NC
Northstar Carriers

Senior Dispatcher — Flatbed Specialist

📍 Location
Minneapolis, MN
💼 Type
Full-time
Experience
Senior
💰 Salary
$70k – $88k/yr
HybridFlatbedOversizePermitsSpecializedPosted 12mo ago · March 28, 2025
$70k – $88k
per year

About the Role

Northstar Carriers is a specialized flatbed and oversize carrier with 80 trucks operating throughout the upper Midwest and Mountain West. We need a Senior Dispatcher who knows flatbed inside and out — securing permits, managing oversize moves, and keeping our drivers safe and productive.

Responsibilities

  • Dispatch 20–25 flatbed and oversize drivers across Midwest and Mountain West lanes
  • Coordinate permitting for oversize and overweight loads
  • Manage escort car scheduling for superload movements
  • Negotiate spot and contract rates with brokers and direct shippers
  • Ensure all loads meet securement and safety regulations

Requirements

  • 4+ years of flatbed dispatching experience
  • Working knowledge of oversize permit requirements by state
  • Experience with specialized equipment (step decks, double drops, RGNs)
  • Familiarity with width, height, and weight limit regulations
  • Strong carrier and broker network in the Midwest

Benefits & Perks

  • Hybrid work model
  • Full benefits + 401(k) with 5% match
  • Quarterly bonuses tied to team performance
  • Annual industry conference attendance