What are the responsibilities and job description for the Heavy Haul/SuperLoad Dispatcher position at Farren International?
Description
HEAVY HAUL DISPATCHER
Join Farren International's Specialized Transportation Team
Location: Ledgewood, NJ and/or Remote/Hybrid
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Heavy Haul | Specialized Transportation | Logistics
At Farren International, we specialize in transporting oversized, overweight, and mission-critical cargo throughout North America. From power generation equipment and industrial machinery to complex project logistics, our Heavy Haul Division executes some of the most challenging transportation projects in the industry.
We are growing and looking for a motivated, organized, and driven Heavy Haul Dispatcher to join our operations team.
If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy solving problems in real time, and want a career where every day presents a new challenge, we want to hear from you.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
As a Heavy Haul Dispatcher, you will be responsible for coordinating drivers, equipment, permits, escorts, routing, and customer communication to ensure safe and successful project execution.
Responsibilities Include:
- Dispatch and monitor heavy haul shipments throughout North America
- Coordinate trucks, specialized trailers, and driver assignments
- Communicate continuously with drivers during loading, transit, and delivery
- Manage route changes, delays, weather impacts, and customer expectations
- Coordinate permits, escort vehicles, police escorts, and route restrictions
- Monitor equipment utilization and driver availability
- Utilize transportation systems, GPS tracking, and fleet technology platforms
- Work closely with Operations, Project Managers, Warehouse, Maintenance, and customers
- Track load progress through Samsara, MacroPoint, and internal systems
- Provide proactive updates to customers and internal stakeholders
- Ensure every move complies with DOT regulations, permit requirements, and safety standards
- Help solve problems quickly while keeping projects on schedule
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FORPreferred Qualifications:
- Experience in trucking, logistics, dispatching, transportation, or heavy haul operations
- Specifically, Perimeter Trailer experience
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to multitask in a fast-moving operations environment
- Comfortable working with technology, transportation software, and GPS tracking systems
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to remain calm under pressure and make quick decisions
- Understanding of DOT regulations, oversized load requirements, or permit logistics is a plus
- Team-oriented mindset with a strong sense of accountability
Requirements
WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE
The ideal candidate:
- Thinks ahead and anticipates problems before they happen
- Communicates clearly with customers and drivers
- Maintains safety and compliance standards
- Takes ownership of projects from dispatch through delivery
- Excels in a team environment
- Thrives in a fast-paced, high-responsibility role
WHY FARREN?
At Farren International, you'll join a team that values:
- Professional growth and development
- Industry-leading heavy haul projects
- A collaborative work environment
- Modern technology and operational systems
- Long-term career opportunities
- Competitive compensation based on experience
- Health, retirement, and employee benefit programs