Work In Operations
Keep things moving.
If you like playing a key role, making sure everything is scheduled to leave and arrive on time, and you enjoy solving puzzles, perhaps a career as a Dispatcher is right for you. As a Dispatcher, you'll be responsible for all aspects of the load, from co-ordination to delivery. If you're a quick thinker and work well with others, keep reading!
- What would I do?
- Where would I work?
- How much would I get paid?
- How do I get to be a Dispatcher?
- Where would I go from here?
- How do I get started?
Where would I work?
Dispatchers have lots of job choices. In larger organizations, the dispatch function may be tailored to different company operations, such as local, long-haul or international. Dispatchers may also be hired to manage special load types, like bulk, liquid, temperature-controlled, heavy equipment hauling or petroleum.
You'll likely work a typical 8- to 10-hour industrial work day. However, some carriers operate around the clock, so shift work may be necessary.
