Freight Dispatcher — Equipment & Load Compatibility

Full-Time | Remote — United States | U.S. Trucking Operations
Know the Equipment. Understand the Freight. Keep the Truck Moving.
We are hiring a Freight Dispatcher — Equipment & Load Compatibility to support U.S. trucking operations.
This position focuses on understanding what different truck and trailer configurations can safely and practically haul, evaluating available freight, identifying equipment and load compatibility issues, and presenting appropriate freight opportunities for authorized review.
Previous professional employment specifically as a Freight Dispatcher is not required. Applicants must, however, have relevant transportation experience and practical familiarity with U.S. freight load boards.
Equipment & Freight Evaluation
Search DAT One, Truckstop, or comparable freight load boards for available freight matching assigned carrier equipment, operating lanes, and driver availability.
Review freight postings for trailer requirements, commodity descriptions, cargo weight, dimensions, loading methods, pickup windows, delivery appointments, and special handling requirements.
Understand the operating differences between Dry Van, Reefer, Flatbed, and Step Deck freight.
Recognize when temperature control, cargo securement, tarping, dimensions, weight, or specialized equipment requires additional review.
Identify potential equipment or freight mismatches before a load is presented for approval.
Verify that available equipment is appropriate for the applicable freight requirements.
Freight Selection & Trip Planning
Calculate loaded miles, deadhead miles, total trip miles, and rate per mile.
Compare available freight according to equipment, lane, mileage, rate, appointments, and operating requirements.
Review trip feasibility using driver location, available Hours of Service, pickup and delivery appointments, routing, and equipment limitations.
Identify excessive deadhead, unrealistic schedules, equipment conflicts, or other operational concerns.
Organize suitable freight opportunities for authorized review and booking.
Negotiate freight rates only when specifically authorized.
Driver & Broker Communication
Communicate professionally with U.S. CDL-A drivers, freight brokers, shippers, receivers, and other transportation personnel.
Contact applicable parties to clarify freight details, equipment requirements, appointments, loading procedures, and operating instructions.
Communicate accurate load information to drivers.
Review rate confirmations against agreed freight and operating details.
Monitor active shipments and communicate applicable changes or exceptions.
Escalate equipment conflicts, broker-verification concerns, safety issues, or service problems when appropriate.
Transportation Documentation
Maintain accurate dispatch and load records.
Review and organize rate confirmations.
Maintain bills of lading, proof-of-delivery records, and applicable shipment documentation.
Document equipment requirements and applicable freight instructions.
Maintain accurate communication and shipment histories.
Identify missing or inconsistent information requiring additional review.
Required Transportation Background
Applicants must have previous professional experience or practical knowledge in an applicable transportation area, such as:
CDL-A truck driving
Carrier operations
Fleet operations or fleet support
Transportation coordination
Freight brokerage support
Logistics operations
Load planning
Dispatch assistance
Comparable U.S. trucking operations
Required Skills
Working knowledge of U.S. trucking and transportation operations.
Familiarity with DAT One, Truckstop, or comparable U.S. freight load boards.
Understanding of Dry Van, Reefer, Flatbed, and Step Deck equipment.
Ability to identify freight and equipment compatibility requirements.
Understanding of cargo weight, dimensions, temperature-control requirements, and applicable securement considerations.
Ability to calculate loaded mileage, deadhead mileage, total trip mileage, and rate per mile.
Understanding of pickup and delivery appointments.
Working knowledge of driver Hours-of-Service considerations.
Fluent professional spoken and written English.
Strong professional telephone and business communication.
Strong attention to detail and accurate recordkeeping.
Computer and spreadsheet proficiency.
Reliable computer and stable high-speed internet connection.
Ability to work independently in a remote environment.
Helpful Additional Experience
Dry Van operations
Reefer operations
Flatbed operations
Step Deck operations
ELD systems
Cargo securement requirements
Transportation-management systems
Broker verification
Active-load tracking
Rate confirmations, BOLs, and POD documentation
Work Arrangement and Schedule
This is a full-time remote position supporting U.S. trucking operations.
Hiring location: Montgomery, Alabama, United States.
Hiring market: Remote — United States.
Qualified applicants may be considered throughout the United States.
Originally posted on Himalayas