Heavy Haul Operations Dispatcher

We are the leading provider of worldwide smart end-to-end supply chain & logistics, enabling the flow of trade across the globe. Our comprehensive range of products and services covers every link of the integrated supply chain – from maritime and inland terminals to marine services and industrial parks as well as technology-driven customer solutions.

About the role

The Dispatcher coordinates the daily movement of freight, equipment, and drivers to ensure safe, efficient, and on-time transportation services. The Dispatcher serves as the primary communication hub between drivers, customers, maintenance providers, and operations leadership while maximizing fleet utilization, maintaining regulatory compliance, and delivering exceptional customer service.

Location: Stockton, CA

Responsibilities

• Dispatch drivers, tractors, and trailers based on customer requirements and equipment availability
• Monitor shipments from pickup through delivery and provide proactive customer updates
• Coordinate permits, routing, and delivery requirements for heavy haul shipments
• Monitor driver Hours of Service (HOS) and Electronic Logging Device (ELD) compliance
• Coordinate preventative maintenance schedules and equipment repairs with maintenance providers
• Track fleet availability and equipment utilization to maximize productivity
• Maintain dispatch records, shipment documentation, and operational reports
• Support yard operations, trailer staging, and equipment movement
• Resolve operational issues, scheduling conflicts, and service disruptions
• Communicate effectively with drivers, customers, vendors, and operations leadership

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Associate's degree in Logistics, Transportation, or Business preferred
• 2–3 years of dispatch, transportation, or logistics experience
• Heavy Haul or specialized transportation experience preferred
• Knowledge of DOT/FMCSA regulations, Hours of Service (HOS), and ELD systems
• Experience with transportation management software (TMS), GPS tracking systems, and Microsoft Office

This position does not offer sponsorship for employment visas. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

Pay

The expected base pay for this role is between $46,000-$57,500. This information reflects the anticipated base salary range for this position based on current national data. Minimums and maximums may vary by location. Individual pay is based on skills, experience, and other relevant factors.

Benefits

As part of our comprehensive benefits package, DP World offers a broad range of Health, Life, Voluntary Lifestyle, and other benefits and perks that enhance your physical, mental, emotional, and financial wellbeing. This position may be eligible for either short-term incentives or sales compensation.

About the company

Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.

With a dedicated, diverse, and professional team of more than 115,000 employees from 160 nationalities, spanning 78 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future. We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses — Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics, and Technology — and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.

We’re reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimizing disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.

DP World is on a mission to transcend boundaries and bridge the gap between all nations and cultures — not just in what we do but also in how we behave. We are dedicated to creating a culture where everyone feels respected, supported, and empowered to reach their full potential. We believe that embracing inclusion and diversity drives innovation and growth and helps us connect people, businesses, and societies.