Specialized Asset Dispatcher - Flatbed & Stepdeck
About the job
- At least 5 years of experience dispatching flatbed and stepdeck equipment.
- Strong proficiency with telematics and electronic logging device tools such as Samsara and Motive, and knowledge of FMCSA rules.
- Foundational knowledge of over-dimensional and overweight freight processes.
- Familiarity with Department of Defense transportation operations and the SDDC TEAMS platform.
- Must successfully pass a standard background check.
- Knowledge of rate negotiation, load securement, high-stress problem solving, and margin-focused decision-making.
- Source, negotiate, and assign high-margin freight for flatbed and stepdeck equipment.
- Plan optimal routes based on cost structures for owner-operators and company drivers, delivery timelines, and Hours of Service.
- Maximize asset utilization while minimizing deadhead and out-of-route miles.
- Enforce FMCSA regulations, electronic logging device monitoring, Hours of Service rules, and load securement protocols, including chains, straps, and tarps.
- Acquire and manage state permits, route surveys, and escorts for over-dimensional and overweight loads while adhering to bridge laws and curfews.
- Vet external partner carriers based on motor carrier and Department of Transportation authority, insurance, and safety measurement scores; conduct routine audits of driver logs, accidents, and cargo claims.
- Serve as the direct point of contact for drivers, brokers, and customers and provide proactive transit updates.
- Resolve operational disruptions such as equipment breakdowns, delays, and job site access issues to minimize financial impact.
- Manage dispatch documentation and ensure accurate data entry in the Transportation Management System.
About the company
Adcock Brothers buys and sells used vehicles for dealerships, fleet operators and individual customers across the United States. Its automotive businesses combine vehicle sourcing with preparation and delivery, allowing dealers to move trade-ins and off-lease cars through a single service group. Teams inspect and recondition vehicles, arrange transport and represent sellers when inventory is ready to change hands. The company earns money from vehicle sales and from transport, repair and remarketing services that support the movement of dealer and fleet inventory. Founded in 1972 as a wholesale operation, the company is headquartered in Manheim, Pennsylvania.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Manheim, PA
Founded
1972
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Diesel skills stay current: Adcock's Manheim Service Center lists continuous manufacturer training for ASE-certified technicians.
- Transport capacity extends beyond owned trucks: Adcock Transport combines its own car haulers with a nationwide carrier network.
- Freight diversifies transport work: Adcock Transport handles military cargo, heavy machinery and oversized loads.
What critics are saying
- Carrier oversight is hands-on: Adcock's full-time Westerville Freight Coordinator must vet carrier safety ratings and insurance.
- Adcock's full-time Manheim Automotive Mechanic Technician needs physical ability for heavy lifting and work in various weather conditions.
- Schedules follow volume: Adcock Transport's full-time Nashville Rollback Driver needs non-running vehicle experience; weekday hours vary with volume.
What makes Adcock Brothers unique
- Auction access is dedicated: Adcock Remarketing Services operates two lanes at Manheim Auto Auction.
- Ownership spans generations: Adcock Brothers remains a third-generation family-owned business.
- Cosmetic work extends beyond detailing: AAA Recon handles paintless dent repair, wheel refinishing and odor elimination.
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