Truck Dispatch Services — $250/Wk Flat, No Contracts
Expert dispatch services for all equipment types across all 50 states. We find the best paying loads, negotiate top rates, vet every broker, and provide 24/7 support so you can focus on driving.
Dispatching owner-operators since 2021 · 80+ carriers served · A third-party service that works under your MC authority — we don't broker freight · Based in Dover, DE. Meet the dispatch team.
What a truck dispatch service does
O Trucking is a flat-rate truck dispatch service for owner-operators and small carriers in the United States. Instead of charging a percentage of each load like most dispatchers, O Trucking charges a flat weekly rate — $250 per week for semi trucks (dry van, reefer, flatbed, step deck, power only) and $350 per week for box trucks and hotshot — for unlimited loads. The service finds and books high-paying loads, negotiates rates with brokers, vets every broker before booking, and handles the paperwork, with 24/7 support across all 50 states. There are no contracts, no per-load commission, and no setup fees, and new carriers can start with a 3-day free trial.
- Pricing: $250/wk semi · $350/wk box & hotshot (flat)
- Coverage: all 50 states, all major equipment types
- Model: flat weekly fee, never a % of your revenue
- Terms: no contracts · 3-day free trial · 24/7
Flat $250/wk vs percentage
O Trucking's flat weekly dispatch rate per equipment type, and what a typical commission dispatcher would charge on the same average weekly gross.
| Equipment | O Trucking (flat/wk) | Avg weekly gross | Commission cost (~ 6%) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dry Van | $250 | $4,600 | $276/wk |
| Reefer | $250 | $5,400 | $324/wk |
| Flatbed | $250 | $5,100 | $306/wk |
| Step Deck | $250 | $5,200 | $312/wk |
| Power Only | $250 | $4,200 | $252/wk |
| Box Truck | $350 | $4,400 | $352/wk |
| Hotshot | $350 | $3,400 | $272/wk |
| Car Hauler | $250 | $5,200 | $312/wk |
| Sprinter Van | $350 | $3,800 | $304/wk |
| Cargo Van | $350 | $3,600 | $288/wk |
| Straight Truck | $350 | $4,400 | $352/wk |
| Drayage | $250 | $4,800 | $288/wk |
| Heavy Haul | $250 | $6,200 | $372/wk |
| Amazon Relay | $350 | $4,500 | $360/wk |
Semis (dry van, reefer, flatbed, step deck, power only) are $250/week flat; box truck and hotshot are $350/week — unlimited loads, no per-load commission, no contracts.
Flat fee vs percentage: what you actually pay per week
A $250/week flat fee beats an 8% dispatcher once your truck grosses more than $3,125 a week, and a 5% dispatcher above $5,000 a week. The table shows the weekly dispatch cost for a semi at common gross revenue levels.
| Weekly gross | 5% dispatcher | 8% dispatcher | 10% dispatcher | O Trucking flat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| $3,000 | $150 | $240 | $300 | $250 |
| $4,000 | $200 | $320 | $400 | $250 |
| $5,000 | $250 | $400 | $500 | $250 |
| $6,000 | $300 | $480 | $600 | $250 |
| $8,000 | $400 | $640 | $800 | $250 |
Box truck and hotshot are $350/week flat, so the break-even against an 8% dispatcher is $4,375/week gross. On a slow week below the break-even a percentage dispatcher costs less — there is no contract, so you can pause or cancel.
What is included
We've dispatched owner-operators since 2021. As a third-party dispatch service we work under your own MC authority — we never broker your freight or take title to a load. Here is exactly what happens from the day you call to the day you get paid.
- 1
Onboarding & document verification (24–48 hrs)
You send your MC authority letter, a certificate of insurance with at least $1M liability, a W-9, and a signed dispatch agreement. We set you up in the load boards and broker portals and confirm your operating authority is active on FMCSA before booking a single load.
- 2
Daily load sourcing on your lanes
A dispatcher who specializes in your equipment type searches the boards for loads that fit your truck, your home-time, and the lanes you want to run. We look at rate-per-mile against current market data (DAT/Truckstop trends) so we're chasing profitable freight, not just any freight.
- 3
Rate negotiation & broker vetting
Before we book, we check the broker — credit score, days-to-pay, and authority status — so you don't haul for someone who won't pay. Then we negotiate the rate and get the rate confirmation in your name.
- 4
Paperwork & load management
We handle the rate cons, set up the BOL, send you pickup and delivery details, and stay reachable 24/7 if something changes on the road — a detention issue, a reschedule, or a lumper problem. You drive; we manage the back office.
- 5
Invoicing & getting you paid
After delivery we help get the invoice and paperwork to the broker or your factoring company so you get paid quickly. Your dispatch cost stays a flat weekly fee the whole time — never a cut of the load.
Who we dispatch
Dry Van Dispatch Services
Enclosed 53-foot trailers hauling general freight, retail goods, and packaged products. Standard dimensions: 53'L x 8.5'W x 9'H interior, 3,800 cubic feet capacity, holds 26 standard pallets (48x40), max cargo weight 45,000 lbs
Reefer Dispatch Services
Temperature-controlled trailers maintaining -10°F to 60°F for produce, frozen goods, meat, dairy, and pharmaceuticals. Reefer units consume 0.5-1.5 gallons diesel per hour
Flatbed Dispatch Services
Open deck trailers (48-53 feet) for steel, lumber, machinery, and construction materials. Standard capacity: 48,000 lbs, dimensions 8.5' wide x 5' deck height. Requires chains, straps, tarps for securement
Step Deck Dispatch Services
Drop-deck trailers with 42-inch lower deck height for freight up to 10'2" tall. Upper deck 11-13 feet, lower deck 37-40 feet. Max capacity 46,000 lbs. Ideal for tall equipment that exceeds flatbed 8'6" height limit
Power Only Dispatch Services
Tractor-only moves pulling shipper or broker-owned trailers. No trailer investment required. Intermodal trips average 78 miles. Port drayage requires TWIC card ($125, 60-day processing)
Box Truck Dispatch Services
Straight trucks (16-26 feet) for last-mile delivery and expedited loads. 26ft trucks: 10,000-15,000 lb payload, 1,500-2,000 cubic feet. Under 26,001 lbs GVWR = no CDL required
Hotshot Dispatch Services
Heavy-duty pickup trucks (F-350, Ram 3500) with 33-40 ft gooseneck trailers for time-sensitive LTL freight. Non-CDL: under 26,000 lbs combined. CDL: haul up to 80,000 lbs
Car Hauler Dispatch Services
Open and enclosed auto-transport trailers moving 7–10 vehicles per load. Typical decks: 75–80 ft stingers or 48–53 ft towaways. Requires CDL Class A, careful securement, and dealer/auction pickup protocols
Sprinter Van Dispatch Services
Cargo vans and Sprinter-class vans (136–170 in wheelbase) for expedited parcel, medical courier, and Amazon DSP-style routes. No CDL for most GVWRs under 10,001 lbs; high cube options for furniture and fixtures
Cargo Van Dispatch Services
Cargo vans (Ford Transit, Ram ProMaster, Mercedes Sprinter-class) for last-mile, expedited courier, and medical runs. Most stay under 10,001 lbs GVWR — no CDL. High-cube options for fixtures and small pallets
Straight Truck Dispatch Services
Straight trucks / box trucks (16–26 ft) for regional delivery, Amazon Relay, and LTL. 26ft units: ~10,000–15,000 lb payload, 1,500–2,000 cu ft. Under 26,001 lbs GVWR = no CDL on many setups
Drayage Dispatch Services
Port and rail drayage — short-haul container moves between terminals, ramps, and warehouses. Requires TWIC for marine terminals ($125, ~60-day processing), chassis coordination, and appointment discipline
Heavy Haul Dispatch Services
Oversize/overweight and RGN (removable gooseneck) heavy haul for construction equipment, industrial machinery, and project freight. Requires state permits, escorts on many moves, and specialized securement
Amazon Relay Dispatch Services
Amazon Relay contract and spot freight for box trucks and semis — score protection, on-time pickup/delivery discipline, and a healthy mix of Relay plus broker freight so you are never stuck on one platform
Who qualifies
Owner-operators and small fleets — typically 1 to 10 trucks — with active operating authority (MC number) and at least $1M auto liability insurance. New authorities are welcome; we confirm your authority is active with FMCSA before booking the first load.
Semi truck dispatch
Semi truck dispatch covers 53' dry van, reefer, flatbed, step deck and power-only tractors at the $250/week flat rate. Desks are equipment-specialized: a flatbed dispatcher knows tarping and securement requirements, and a reefer desk understands pulp temperatures and continuous-run loads.
Built for owner-operators
Flat Weekly Rate
$250/wk semis, $350/wk box & hotshot. No per-load commission, no surprises.
No Contracts
Cancel anytime. We earn your business every week.
Unlimited Loads
Run as many loads as you can pull — your weekly rate stays the same.
No Forced Dispatch
Every load is offered to you first — you accept or pass before we book.
Your Authority, Your Rate Cons
We work under your MC as your dispatcher — we never broker or mark up your freight.
First Loads in 24–48 Hours
Send MC letter, COI ($1M+), W-9 and the agreement — most carriers book within two days.
Frequently Asked Questions
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