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?

How much would I get paid?

Dispatchers typically earn a salary or are paid an hourly wage. Your annual salary will be influenced by your location and the size of the company you work for.

Statistics show that:

• most workers earn between $35,944 and $48,639 per year
• the national average salary is $42,278 per year

In addition, some companies may offer performance and safety bonuses, as well as comprehensive benefits packages, including health, dental, retirement, meal allowances and more.

Salary data is from the CernoResearch 2007 Trucking Operations, Compensation and Benefits Report. For more information, please contact CernoResearch at www.cernoresearch.com.