We are hiring a DISPATCHER & ROUTER. This position is direct hire with full company benefits including PTO, holiday pay, health insurance and 401K match.
The ideal candidate understands transportation operations, driver scheduling, hours-of-service requirements, fleet availability, and route planning.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Monitor active routes, driver progress, delays, breakdowns, and estimated return times • Assist drivers with delivery issues, customer changes, and route-related questions • Review all deliveries and pickups scheduled for the following day • Build safe and efficient routes based on location, appointment times, route duration, and customer requirements • Assign drivers, helpers, trucks, start times, and loading order • Review employee schedules, PTO, call-outs, and availability before making assignments • Verify driver hours and required resets in Samsara to prevent HOS violations • Confirm that assigned trucks are available, operational, and appropriate for each route • Track trucks that are in the shop, out of service, or due for maintenance • Ensure every scheduled job is assigned to a route • Provide the warehouse with the following day’s loading and departure order • Publish the completed schedule by the required deadline • Prepare a clear handoff for the Morning Dispatcher, including potential staffing, fleet, or compliance concerns
QUALIFICATIONS
Dispatching, transportation, or route-planning experience preferred • Knowledge of DOT and hours-of-service requirements • Experience with Samsara, ELDs, GPS, or similar fleet-management systems is preferred • Strong computer, organizational, and problem-solving skills • Ability to manage multiple drivers, vehicles, and routes • Strong attention to detail and communication skills • Knowledge of straight trucks, tractor-trailers, vans, and liftgate equipment is a plus
SCHEDULE Full-time, on-site position Hours: 12:00 pm to 8:00 pm or 9:00 pm (end time may vary based on operational needs)
SALARY $60,000 - $75,000 depending on experience Compensation will be based on experience and qualifications.
Numbers & Facts
Location
Kearny, NJ
Job Type
Full-time
Salary
$60,000–$75,000 Per Year
Skills
Automotive Repair and Maintenanceunmatched
Communication Skillsunmatched
Detail Orientedunmatched
Fleet Managementunmatched
GPS (Global Positioning System)unmatched
Health Insuranceunmatched
Loading/Unloadingunmatched
Network Routersunmatched
Order Deliveryunmatched
Organizational Skillsunmatched
Performance Reviewsunmatched
Problem Solving Skillsunmatched
Training/Teachingunmatched
Transportation Routingunmatched
Truck Driverunmatched
Vehicle Drivingunmatched
Vehicle Fleetsunmatched
Warehousingunmatched
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