Job Details

Dispatcher $24/hr | Full Time | Richmond, CA

Schedule: SundayThursday, 11:00 AM8:00 PM

Pay: $24/hr

We are looking for an experienced and detail-oriented Dispatcher to join our team. This role is essential to ensuring drivers are properly prepared for their routes and that daily operations run smoothly. If you have strong organizational skills, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and excel at communication, this position may be a great fit for you.

Position Overview

The Dispatcher is responsible for coordinating drivers, managing route readiness, maintaining key operational records, and providing ongoing support throughout the workday. This role requires someone who can multitask effectively, respond quickly to issues, and maintain accuracy in all documentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Dispatch drivers and helpers promptly and efficiently
• Maintain daily records for payroll and operational reporting
• Collect and track all materials issued to drivers (gas cards, fobs, keys, radios)
• Manage hand truck inventory and update tracking spreadsheets
• Maintain and update EZ-Pass accounts
• Respond to emails within a timely manner and resolve issues as they arise
• Complete thorough hand-off logs at the end of each shift
• Charge and maintain all company phones
• Monitor GeoTab alerts and address driver-related notifications
• Update routers with delivery windows and resolve routing issues
• Review emails for updates or route changes before dispatch
• Answer phone inquiries promptly
• Monitor MobileCast to ensure proper device usage
• Complete daily activity sheets and Wufoo reports
• Update pickup sheets at 2:00 PM and 4:00 PM with accurate purchasing information
• Send email updates on route delays or other issues
• Update invoice register in AS400
• Follow up on all scheduled pickups to prevent service failures
• Support drivers with directions, roadside assistance, and accident procedures

Required Skills & Experience

• Minimum 2 years of dispatch experience, preferably in transportation or logistics
• Strong computer proficiency, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
• Strong attention to detail and organization
• High school diploma or GED required
• Bilingual Spanish a plus

Why You'll Want to Work Here

• Stable schedule with full-time hours
• Supportive and collaborative operations team
• Opportunity to strengthen skills in logistics, communication, and problem-solving
• Engaging mix of office and hands-on operational work
• Casual dress code

Work Environment

This role blends clerical responsibilities with practical support for daily operations. The workday is fast-paced and requires adaptability, problem-solving, and regular use of technology and dispatch tools. Being proactive, organized, and responsive is essential to success in this position.

Job Type & Location: This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Richmond, CA.

Pay and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $19.00 - $24.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type: This is a fully onsite position in Richmond, CA.

Application Deadline: This position is anticipated to close on Feb 5, 2026.

About Aerotek:

We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meet their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow.

Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.