Freight Dispatcher Salary in Scranton, PA

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How much does a Freight Dispatcher make in Scranton, PA? The average Freight Dispatcher salary in Scranton, PA is $46,064 as of April 24, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $39,928 and $53,767. 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 - Maritime Transportation

Danner's Inc - Pasadena , TX

The Dispatcher / Driver will be responsible for promoting and maintaining customer satisfaction and goodwill by successfully fulfilling job assignments through customer pick up and drop-offs in a ...

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General Freight Dispatcher - Byron Center, MI

Martin Transportation Systems - Byron Center , MI

Martin Transportation Systems, is seeking a qualified General Freight Dispatcher for our Byron Center, MI dispatch operations. The individual selected will dispatch and manage CDL-A drivers on round ...

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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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Local Road Dispatcher

Harbor Logistics - Charleston , SC

The freight road dispatcher is responsible for overseeing the efficient movement of freight vehicles and coordinating deliveries to ensure timely and safe transportation of goods. This role involves ...

ZipRecruiter - 8 days ago

Intermodal Dispatcher - Jacksonville, FL

Tri Star Freight System - Jacksonville , FL

Salary: $20 per hour - up DOE JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The basic function of the Intermodal Dispatcher position for Tri Star Freight System, Inc. ("TSFS") is the planning, scheduling, and dispatching ...

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Hugg & Hall - Jonesboro , AR

Logistics Coordinator, Transportation Coordinator, Fleet Operations, Freight Dispatcher ABOUT US: PROUD TO BE NAMED ONE OF THE BEST PLACES TO WORK IN 2023 BY ARKANSAS BUSINESS , Hugg & Hall Equipment ...

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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 Scranton, PA

Average Base Salary

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39928

53767

46064

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

40287

54773

46704

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 Scranton, PA. The base salary for Freight Dispatcher ranges from $39,928 to $53,767 with the average base salary of $46,064. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $40,287 to $54,773 with the average total cash compensation of $46,704.

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	Average Salary	Average Salary Range
Base Salary	$46,064	$39,928 - $53,767
Bonus	$640	$359 - $1,006
Total Pay	$46,704	$40,287 - $54,773

* 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 Scranton, PA

CITY, STATE	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE	COMPARE TO Scranton, PA
CITY, STATE Stroudsburg, PA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $43,299 - $58,306	COMPARE TO Scranton, PA
CITY, STATE Binghamton, NY	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,679 - $54,778	COMPARE TO Scranton, PA
CITY, STATE Easton, PA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $42,469 - $57,189	COMPARE TO Scranton, PA
CITY, STATE Bethlehem, PA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $42,537 - $57,280	COMPARE TO Scranton, PA
CITY, STATE Allentown, PA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $42,537 - $57,280	COMPARE TO Scranton, PA
CITY, STATE Williamsport, PA	AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $40,221 - $54,162	COMPARE TO Scranton, PA

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About Scranton, Pennsylvania

Scranton is the sixth-largest city in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It is the county seat and largest city of Lackawanna County in Northeastern Pennsylvania's Wyoming Valley and hosts a federal court building for the United States District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania. With a population of 77,291, it is the largest city in the Scranton–Wilkes-Barre–Hazleton, PA Metropolitan Statistical Area, which has a population of about 570,000. The city is conventionally divided into 7 districts: North Scranton, Southside, Westside, East Scranton (Hill Section), Central City, Minooka, ...

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About Scranton, Pennsylvania Scranton is the sixth-largest city in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. It is the county seat and largest city of Lackawanna County in Northeastern Pe....More

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