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Drayage Dispatcher

Oakland, CA · On-site

$80K - $95K/yr

As a Drayage Dispatcher, you'll be responsible for coordinating the daily movement of import and ... This position may require evening, night, weekend, and holiday work to align with Port of Oakland ...

Drayage Dispatcher

Oakland, CA · On-site

$80K - $95K/yr

As a Drayage Dispatcher, you'll be responsible for coordinating the daily movement of import and ... This position may require evening, night, weekend, and holiday work to align with Port of Oakland ...

The Dispatcher will coordinate and communicate and coordinate and short-haul (drayage) freight ... Weekends as needed.? Benefits: * Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance * Voluntary Life Insurance

Dispatch drivers and schedule pickup and delivery appointments. * Track shipments, monitor ETAs ... Coordinate various freight types, including dry van, flatbed, drayage, hotshot, oversized, and ...

Pick up and deliver containers in accordance with dispatch schedules and customer requirements ... Previous port or drayage experience is preferred. Valid TWIC (Transportation Worker Identification ...

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How much do weekend drayage dispatcher jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for weekend 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 the difference between Weekend Drayage Dispatcher vs Yard Coordinator?

AspectWeekend Drayage DispatcherYard Coordinator
CredentialsDispatching certifications, CDL preferredLogistics or operations experience, sometimes certifications
Work EnvironmentOffice-based, on-call for dispatchingYard or terminal, overseeing equipment and personnel
Industry UsageUsed in trucking and drayage companiesCommon in terminal and warehouse operations

The Weekend Drayage Dispatcher primarily manages freight dispatching during weekends, coordinating drivers and shipments. The Yard Coordinator oversees yard operations, including equipment and personnel management. While both roles require logistics knowledge, the dispatcher focuses on communication and scheduling, whereas the yard coordinator handles physical yard activities. They share similar credentials and work environments but differ in daily responsibilities and focus areas.

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Infographic showing various Weekend Drayage Dispatcher job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 26% Part Time, 4% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 94% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,823 per year, or $22 per hour.

Intermodal Drayage Dispatcher

Lazer Logistics

Kansas City, KS • On-site

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago


Lazer Logistics rating

6.1

Company rating: 6.1 out of 10

Based on 87 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

318th of 365 rated logistics


Job description

Job Description
Summary
The Intermodal Drayage Dispatcher is a member of the Drayage team, responsible for assigning and adjusting drayage loads in real time, coordinating with drivers on the road, and keeping rail and terminal moves on schedule. This role is accountable for on-time pickups and deliveries, accurate customer communication on shipment status and rail billing, and dispatch coverage that extends into after-hours and weekend on-call support. The ideal candidate is decisive under pressure, comfortable making real-time load-movement calls, and flexible to shifts in scheduling
Job Description
Drayage Dispatch & Load Coordination
Assign drayage loads to drivers based on driver availability, location, and customer requirements.
Reassign drivers and reposition drayage loads in real time when a rail or terminal pickup is delayed or unavailable.
Communicate with drivers to provide instructions, resolve issues, and track progress on drayage moves.
Manage emergency situations (e.g., accidents, delays) and provide quick, effective solutions.
Shipment & Customer Administration
Update customers on the status of their drayage shipments, providing accurate ETA's.
Serve as the primary point of contact for customer communication on rail billing, equipment availability, and other intermodal-specific administrative processing.
Maintain accurate records of all dispatched drayage shipments, including delivery times and customer feedback.
Coverage & Compliance
Monitor driver schedules and performance to ensure compliance with hours of service (HOS) regulations.
Maintain office-based dispatch coverage, transitioning to after-hours and weekend on-call phone coverage for driver and customer communication.
Team Collaboration
Promote a business partner and ownership mindset to the team to prioritize customer service excellence, adaptability and resilience to change and continuous improvement.
Other tasks that may be assigned.
Pay Range: - , General Benefits:
Qualifications and Experience
High school diploma or equivalent; associate's degree or higher is a plus.
2+ years of experience in intermodal drayage dispatch or related field.
Knowledge of intermodal transportation systems and routing.
Proficiency in dispatch software and communication tools.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, etc.).
Experience using or willingness to learn approved AI/LLM and automation tools is a plus.
Problem-solving and decision-making skills under pressure.
Must be flexible and adaptable to the ever-changing market and Lazer Logistics objectives and goals.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to collaborate and work well in a fast-paced/dynamic team environment.
Commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion with team and vendors.
Ability to seek and navigate through challenges by maintaining optimism, respect, and dedication to Lazer Logistics' overall purpose and core values.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

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