Specialized Asset Dispatcher (Flatbed & Stepdeck)

Description Job Location: On-site at Adcock Transport, 128 County Line Road, Westerville, OH 43082 Job Hours: Normal business hours (0730-1600) or as needed to fulfill job requirements Assigned Fleet Size: 8 Open-deck units Specialized Sectors : Open-Deck (Flatbed/Step-Deck) Reports To: General Manager

• Transport Target Start Date: ASAP Pay Range - $27.50 - 32.50 Per Hour Role Summary : The Flatbed/Stepdeck Freight Dispatcher is responsible for optimizing fleet utilization, ensuring strict DOT/FMCSA compliance, and driving profitability for specialized open-deck operations. This role acts as the primary operational link between drivers, customers, and management.

Requirements

Core Duties & Responsibilities Load Procurement & Fleet Optimization Source, negotiate, and assign high-margin freight for flatbed and stepdeck equipment. Plan optimal routes based on cost structures (Owner-Operator vs. Company Driver), delivery timelines, and Hours of Service (HOS). Maximize asset utilization while actively minimizing deadhead and out-of-route miles.

Safety, Permitting & Regulatory Compliance Enforce FMCSA regulations, ELD monitoring, HOS rules, and load securement protocols (chains, straps, tarps). Acquire and manage state permits, route surveys, and escorts for Over-Dimensional/Overweight (OD/OW) loads while adhering to bridge laws and curfews. Rigorously vet external partner carriers (MC/DOT authority, insurance, SMS scores) and conduct routine audits of driver logs, accidents, and cargo claims.

Driver & Customer Coordination Act as the direct point of contact for drivers, brokers, and customers, delivering proactive transit updates. Resolve real-time operational disruptions (equipment breakdowns, delays, job site access issues) quickly to minimize financial impact. Manage dispatch documentation and ensure precise data entry within the Transportation Management System (TMS).

Key Candidate Requirements Experience: 5+ years dispatching flatbed and stepdeck equipment. Technical & Regulatory Expertise: Strong proficiency with telematics/ELD tools (e.g., Samsara, Motive) and FMCSA rules. Foundational knowledge of OD/OW freight processes. Familiarity with Department of Defense (DoD) transportation operations and the SDDC TEAMS platform.

Background Clearance: Must be able to successfully pass a standard background check. Core Competencies: Rate negotiation, load securement knowledge, high-stress problem solving, and margin-focused decision-making.