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CDL A Owner Operators

Lemont, IL · On-site

Container drayage between the Elwood/Joliet rail ramps, area rail yards, and Midwest customers. Mix ... No forced dispatch. * Grow when you're ready: lease-purchase tractors available -- day cabs and ...

General Express

CDL A Owner Operators

Bolingbrook, IL · On-site

Container drayage between the Elwood/Joliet rail ramps, area rail yards, and Midwest customers. Mix ... No forced dispatch. * Grow when you're ready: lease-purchase tractors available -- day cabs and ...

General Express

CDL A Owner Operators

Romeoville, IL · On-site

Container drayage between the Elwood/Joliet rail ramps, area rail yards, and Midwest customers. Mix ... No forced dispatch. * Grow when you're ready: lease-purchase tractors available -- day cabs and ...

General Express

CDL A Owner Operators

Homer Glen, IL · On-site

Container drayage between the Elwood/Joliet rail ramps, area rail yards, and Midwest customers. Mix ... No forced dispatch. * Grow when you're ready: lease-purchase tractors available -- day cabs and ...

General Express

CDL A Owner Operators

Joliet, IL · On-site

Container drayage between the Elwood/Joliet rail ramps, area rail yards, and Midwest customers. Mix ... No forced dispatch. * Grow when you're ready: lease-purchase tractors available -- day cabs and ...

General Express

CDL A Owner Operators

Plainfield, IL · On-site

Container drayage between the Elwood/Joliet rail ramps, area rail yards, and Midwest customers. Mix ... No forced dispatch. * Grow when you're ready: lease-purchase tractors available -- day cabs and ...

General Express

CDL A Owner Operators

Lockport, IL · On-site

Container drayage between the Elwood/Joliet rail ramps, area rail yards, and Midwest customers. Mix ... No forced dispatch. * Grow when you're ready: lease-purchase tractors available -- day cabs and ...

General Express

CDL A Owner Operators

Plainfield, IL · On-site

Container drayage between the Elwood/Joliet rail ramps, area rail yards, and Midwest customers. Mix ... No forced dispatch. * Grow when you're ready: lease-purchase tractors available -- day cabs and ...

General Express

CDL A Owner Operators

New Lenox, IL · On-site

Container drayage between the Elwood/Joliet rail ramps, area rail yards, and Midwest customers. Mix ... No forced dispatch. * Grow when you're ready: lease-purchase tractors available -- day cabs and ...

Dunavant-Enterprises,-Inc.

Driver Recruiter

Savannah, GA · On-site

... dispatch/load management systems. * Conduct interviews to assess fit for drayage-specific work, including familiarity with container yards, chassis pools, and appointment-based pickups. * Explain pay ...

SE Independent

CDL A Owner-Operators

Sarasota, FL

$100K - $150K/yr

Use dispatch applications to manage routes * Communicate effectively with customers and dispatch * Provide professional, customer-focused service Additional Requirements * Minimum of one full year of ...

Dunavant Enterprises, Inc.

Driver Recruiter

Savannah, GA · On-site

... dispatch/load management systems. * Conduct interviews to assess fit for drayage-specific work, including familiarity with container yards, chassis pools, and appointment-based pickups. * Explain pay ...

General Express

CDL A Owner Operators

Oswego, IL · On-site

Container drayage between the Elwood/Joliet rail ramps, area rail yards, and Midwest customers. Mix ... No forced dispatch. * Grow when you're ready: lease-purchase tractors available -- day cabs and ...

Dunavant Enterprises, Inc.

Driver Recruiter

Savannah, GA · On-site

... dispatch/load management systems. * Conduct interviews to assess fit for drayage-specific work, including familiarity with container yards, chassis pools, and appointment-based pickups. * Explain pay ...

Dunavant Enterprises, Inc.

Driver Recruiter

Savannah, GA · On-site

... dispatch/load management systems. * Conduct interviews to assess fit for drayage-specific work, including familiarity with container yards, chassis pools, and appointment-based pickups. * Explain pay ...

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How much do container drayage dispatcher jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for container drayage dispatcher in the United States is $22.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a container drayage dispatcher?

Container drayage dispatchers coordinate the transportation of shipping containers between ports, rail yards, and final destinations by assigning loads to truck drivers. They ensure timely pickups and deliveries, manage schedules, handle paperwork, and communicate with drivers, customers, and shipping terminals. Their role is crucial for maintaining efficient supply chain operations and minimizing shipping delays.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a container drayage dispatcher, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Container Drayage Dispatcher, you need strong organizational skills, knowledge of shipping logistics, and experience in transportation coordination, often supported by a high school diploma or relevant work experience. Familiarity with transportation management systems (TMS), GPS tracking tools, and port communication platforms is typically required. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and the capacity to work under pressure are vital soft skills for this role. These abilities ensure efficient cargo movement, timely deliveries, and effective coordination among drivers, clients, and port authorities.

What are some common challenges faced by container drayage dispatchers and how can they be managed effectively?

Container Drayage Dispatchers often face challenges such as tight delivery schedules, port congestion, and unexpected delays due to weather or traffic. Successfully managing these challenges requires strong organizational skills, proactive communication with drivers and clients, and the ability to quickly adapt to changing circumstances. Utilizing dispatch software and maintaining good relationships with port and warehouse staff can help streamline operations, reduce downtime, and ensure timely deliveries. Staying calm under pressure and problem-solving on the fly are key traits for success in this fast-paced environment.

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CDL A Owner Operators

Lemont, IL • On-site

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Job description

OWNER-OPERATOR — INTERMODAL / DRAYAGE

Elwood / Joliet, IL · Home daily · Year-round dedicated freight

What you'll run: Container drayage between the Elwood/Joliet rail ramps, area rail yards, and Midwest customers. Mix of local rail shuttles and regional lanes (Iowa, Wisconsin, Indiana runs) — most work keeps you within the region and gets you home every night.

Why operators stay here

  • Home daily. The freight is built around the Chicagoland ramps — not over-the-road.
  • Steady, dedicated volume. Established customer freight year-round, not load-board scraps.
  • Percentage-based pay with weekly settlements — transparent line-item statements, fuel surcharge passed through on every loaded mile.
  • Fuel card program with meaningful at-the-pump savings.
  • Our own shop on-site. Priority service for our operators; maintenance handled where you park.
  • Secured on-site parking — leave the truck at the terminal, drive home in your car.
  • Plates, permits, PrePass available through the company — spread across settlements instead of out-of-pocket lump sums.
  • Insurance options available for deduction-based enrollment (bobtail, physical damage, occupational accident).
  • No forced dispatch.
  • Grow when you're ready: lease-purchase tractors available — day cabs and sleepers — and fleet owners are welcome to place multiple trucks.

What you need

  • Class A CDL with 12+ months verifiable tractor-trailer experience (intermodal/drayage a plus, not required)
  • Tractor of your own — or use our lease-purchase program; you don't need to already own one
  • 23+ years old, acceptable MVR and PSP, able to pass DOT drug screen
  • Tank, Hazmat and TWIC not required, helpful for some
  • Professionalism at the gate: our customers know our operators by their conduct

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