Freight Dispatcher Salary in San Francisco, CA

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How much does a Freight Dispatcher make in San Francisco, CA? The average Freight Dispatcher salary in San Francisco, CA is $60,716 as of March 26, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $52,629 and $70,872. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

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Freight Dispatcher

PJ Trans Inc. - Elgin , IL

Negotiable PJ Trans is seeking an aggressive, forward thinking, and highly motivated Freight Dispatcher to work in a fast-paced environment. If you love a challenge and are looking for a rewarding ...

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Dispatcher

Odyssey Logistics & Technology Corporation - Pearl City , HI

Dispatcher 96-1379 Waihona St, Pearl City, HI 96782, USA Req #2472 Thursday, April 25, 2024 See ... Make freight delivery appointments, as required; * Manifest drivers route sequence; * Work with ...

Latpro - Diversity Jobs - 1 day ago

Ft Riley KS Dispatcher, Motor Vehicle

FITT SCIENTIFIC, LLC - Junction City , KS

The Dispatcher, Motor Vehicle reports to the TMP Supervisor, and Tasks includes the assignment of motor vehicles and drivers for conveyance of freight or passengers, while: * Performing dispatching ...

Lensa - 2 days ago

Transportation Dispatcher

AM Home Delivery - New Brunswick , NJ

As a Transportation Dispatcher you will play a crucial role in our fleet and terminal operations ... freight consolidation, warehousing, and general logistical solutions for distributors and e ...

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Stella-Jones - Cordele , GA

Ensure freight accruals align with quoted bid. * Responsible for dispatching drivers/in-out bound carriers as need to supply on-time, cost effective service and coordinate with customers service ...

LinkedIn - 15 days ago

Jr. Dispatcher

All American Barricades - Fort Lauderdale , FL

The Traffic Dispatcher will coordinate and schedule drivers for pick-up and delivery in a safe ... At least one year of related experience and execution of similar duties in warehouse/freight ...

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What does a Freight Dispatcher do?

Common responsibilities of a Freight Dispatcher

Lead and direct a team of CDL-A over-the-road drivers.

March 17, 2022

Provide responsive Customer Service and resolve customer issues quickly and efficiently.

February 18, 2023

Follow up on pickup and deliveries and communicate to customers and drivers.

February 25, 2023

Develops working relationships with carriers and 3pl parties in order to ensure all freight line are delivered timely.

March 21, 2023

Review load (lane) requirements for each week to determine appropriate coverage schedules to maintain adequate customer service levels.

March 25, 2023

Assist in developing existing business relationships with Prime Transport customers, as well as interfacing with partner carriers and our drivers.

March 31, 2023

Adhere to company policies and procedures.

March 31, 2023

Preparesshipping documentation and manages incoming driver trip reports, backup on accountspayable, payroll, phones, data entry and other duties as required.

April 07, 2023

Monitor productive and on-time pick-up and delivery of freight at customer locations, and other functions.

April 10, 2023

Communicate with brokers to let them know all pertinent information regarding delivery of their load (including driver name, phone number, any issues with delivery).

April 23, 2023

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Average Salary Range for Freight Dispatcher in San Francisco, CA

Average Base Salary

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52629

70872

60716

Average Total Cash Compensation

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53103

72196

61560

What is the average salary for Freight Dispatcher in 2024?

These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Freight Dispatcher in San Francisco, CA. The base salary for Freight Dispatcher ranges from $52,629 to $70,872 with the average base salary of $60,716. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $53,103 to $72,196 with the average total cash compensation of $61,560.

View Average Salary for Freight Dispatcher as table

	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$60,716	$52,629 - $70,872
Bonus	$844	$474 - $1,324
Total Pay	$61,560	$53,103 - $72,196

* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.

* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.

Freight Dispatcher Salary Near San Francisco, CA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA
CITY, STATE Daly City, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $52,629 - $70,872	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA 0%
CITY, STATE Berkeley, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $51,366 - $69,171	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA
CITY, STATE Oakland, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $51,366 - $69,171	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA
CITY, STATE Vallejo, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $47,366 - $63,785	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA
CITY, STATE Hayward, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $51,282 - $69,058	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA
CITY, STATE Concord, CA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $47,782 - $64,344	COMPARE TO San Francisco, CA

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About San Francisco, California

San Francisco is located on the West Coast of the United States at the north end of the San Francisco Peninsula and includes significant stretches of the Pacific Ocean and San Francisco Bay within its boundaries. Several picturesque islands—Alcatraz, Treasure Island and the adjacent Yerba Buena Island, and small portions of Alameda Island, Red Rock Island, and Angel Island—are part of the city. Also included are the uninhabited Farallon Islands, 27 miles (43 km) offshore in the Pacific Ocean. The mainland within the city limits roughly forms a "seven-by-seven-mile square", a common local collo...

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