2nd Shift Freight Dispatcher - Indianapolis
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Sodrel Truck Lines is seeking an experienced and dependable 2nd Shift Freight Dispatcher to join our Indianapolis operations team.
This position is responsible for coordinating freight operations, supporting approximately 45 professional drivers, and ensuring loads are moving safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
We are looking for someone with an established background in freight dispatching or trucking operations who can step into a busy transportation environment. The ideal candidate will already understand the fundamentals of dispatching and be comfortable learning our McLeod Transportation Management System and internal processes.
This is primarily a dispatch and operations position, not a freight sales or load-broker position.
Schedule & Compensation
Sodrel is a fourth-generation, family-owned transportation company with more than 100 years of experience in the transportation industry. As we continue to grow our freight operations, we're looking for an experienced dispatcher who can bring their knowledge, dependability, and problem-solving skills to our team.
If you have freight dispatching experience, enjoy working in a fast-paced transportation environment, and are looking for an opportunity with an established company, we encourage you to apply!
This position is responsible for coordinating freight operations, supporting approximately 45 professional drivers, and ensuring loads are moving safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
We are looking for someone with an established background in freight dispatching or trucking operations who can step into a busy transportation environment. The ideal candidate will already understand the fundamentals of dispatching and be comfortable learning our McLeod Transportation Management System and internal processes.
This is primarily a dispatch and operations position, not a freight sales or load-broker position.
Schedule & Compensation
- Second shift, with flexible scheduling options
- Anticipated shifts may include 2:00 PM–10:00 PM, 3:00 PM–11:00 PM, or 4:00 PM–12:00 AM
- Rotating weekend coverage may be required based on operational needs
- Annual salary: $55,000–$60,000, depending on experience
- Dispatch and coordinate approximately 45 drivers and their assigned freight
- Manage established customer freight and scheduled loads
- Assign loads based on driver availability, customer requirements, equipment availability, and Hours of Service
- Monitor pickups, deliveries, driver progress, and load status throughout the shift
- Communicate load assignments, schedule changes, and operational updates to drivers
- Maintain accurate dispatch and load information in McLeod
- Communicate with customers regarding scheduling, load status, delays, and service needs
- Respond to breakdowns, delays, scheduling conflicts, and other operational issues
- Coordinate with drivers, customers, maintenance, and management to resolve issues efficiently
- Assist with load planning and effective utilization of drivers and equipment
- Maintain accurate dispatch records and required documentation
- Provide professional and timely customer service
- Escalate safety, service, or operational concerns to management when appropriate
- Support other transportation and operational duties as needed
Sodrel is a fourth-generation, family-owned transportation company with more than 100 years of experience in the transportation industry. As we continue to grow our freight operations, we're looking for an experienced dispatcher who can bring their knowledge, dependability, and problem-solving skills to our team.
If you have freight dispatching experience, enjoy working in a fast-paced transportation environment, and are looking for an opportunity with an established company, we encourage you to apply!
Requirements
- Previous freight dispatching or closely related trucking transportation operations experience strongly preferred
- Experience coordinating drivers, freight loads, and daily dispatch operations
- McLeod Transportation Management System experience preferred
- Knowledge of freight transportation, dispatch operations, and DOT Hours of Service regulations
- Ability to coordinate a high-volume driver operation
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, especially when working with professional drivers
- Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and organizational skills
- Ability to manage multiple drivers, loads, deadlines, and changing priorities
- Ability to work independently and make timely operational decisions
- Strong attention to detail and follow-through
- Computer proficiency, including email and Microsoft Office
- Dependable attendance and availability to work second-shift hours, with possible rotating weekends
- High school diploma or equivalent required