What are the responsibilities and job description for the Afternoon Shift Dispatcher and Router position at FMD Distribution?
AFTERNOON DISPATCHER & ROUTER
FMD Distribution LLC is seeking an organized and experienced Afternoon Dispatcher & Router to monitor daily operations and prepare routes for the following business day.
The ideal candidate understands transportation operations, driver scheduling, hours-of-service requirements, fleet availability, and route planning.
SCHEDULE
Full-time, on-site position
Approximate hours: 12:00 p.m.–8:00 or 9:00 p.m.
End time may vary based on operational needs.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Monitor active routes, driver progress, delays, breakdowns, and estimated return times
- Assist drivers with delivery issues, customer changes, and route-related questions
- Review all deliveries and pickups scheduled for the following day
- Build safe and efficient routes based on location, appointment times, route duration, and customer requirements
- Assign drivers, helpers, trucks, start times, and loading order
- Review employee schedules, PTO, call-outs, and availability before making assignments
- Verify driver hours and required resets to prevent HOS violations
- Confirm that assigned trucks are available, operational, and appropriate for each route
- Track trucks that are in the shop, out of service, or due for maintenance
- Ensure every scheduled job is assigned to a route
- Provide the warehouse with the following day’s loading and departure order
- Publish the completed schedule by the required deadline
- Prepare a clear handoff for the Morning Dispatcher, including potential staffing, fleet, or compliance concerns
QUALIFICATIONS
- Dispatching, transportation, or route-planning experience preferred
- Knowledge of DOT and hours-of-service requirements
- Knowledge of Samsara, ELDs, GPS, or similar fleet-management systems is a plus
- Strong computer, organizational, and problem-solving skills
- Ability to manage multiple drivers, vehicles, and routes
- Strong attention to detail and communication skills
- Knowledge of straight trucks, tractor-trailers, vans, and liftgate equipment is a plus
ABOUT FMD DISTRIBUTION LLC
FMD Distribution LLC is an established transportation and logistics company specializing in professional delivery, white-glove service, warehousing, and distribution throughout the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic regions.
Compensation will be based on experience and qualifications.
Pay: From $55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- samsara: 2 years (Preferred)
Language:
- Spanish (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Kearny, NJ 07032 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $55,000