Hotshot Dispatch Services
Hotshot loads provide a powerful way to launch a trucking career because many shipments don’t require a CDL and the entry barrier is low. You can get started quickly with a pickup truck and a flatbed or gooseneck trailer, which is far more affordable than investing in Class 8 semis. Operating and insurance expenses are typically more manageable as well, letting you capture premium rush‑rate opportunities while keeping costs under control. Add in more nights and holidays at home thanks to the prevalence of local and regional trips, and the overall picture becomes even more compelling.
However, it wouldn’t be necessary to consider hotshot dispatch services if everything were truly that simple. Hotshot freight is unpredictable and extremely time‑sensitive by nature, which means you cannot rely on consistent income while still needing to be prepared to move at a moment’s notice. Deadheading can quickly eat into your profits, as true backhauls for hotshot drivers are harder to secure. In addition, the low barrier invites heavy competition—this is where our hotshot dispatch team can make all the difference.
Dedicated support
Personal dispatcher assigned to every client with 24/7 availability to resolve on-road issues
Dispute assistance with shippers/brokers, including advising and communicating on your behalf
Tailored operations
Dispatchers treat each owner-operator as a unique business with specific strengths
Support for long runs or mid-range routes, in Texas or Iowa, with owned or rental hotshot equipment
Load selection based on your preferences and capabilities, with full respect for your right to decline
Proactive planning and problem prevention
Ongoing, industry-specific training for dispatchers to anticipate issues before they arise
Proactive scheduling to minimize downtime and reduce deadhead mileage
Administrative and paperwork management
Full paperwork handling for hotshot loads—from setup packets through billing
Capacity and network access
Nationwide partnerships to keep you consistently loaded and working
Growth and long-term strategy
Growth-focused service; if you plan to transition to semi-trucks, we’ll build a step-by-step plan and guide your big‑rig journey
The partnership with the Resolute Logistics hotshot dispatch service eliminates the need to painfully grow your own client base.
Boasting a totaled fright brokerage experience of 15 years, our team has established good contact with top brokers on the US market.
The experts of our hot shot dispatch service excel in communication, which allows us to negotiate the best-paying loads for drivers and build positive relationships with shippers and brokers. In addition, we grant hotshot operators access to other benefits.
Hotshot dispatchers typically earn $35,000 to $60,000 per year, depending on their experience, the volume of loads they manage, and the market demand. At SN Dispatch, our dispatchers are highly trained professionals who work hard to secure top-paying loads for drivers, ensuring everyone benefits.
Dispatchers often charge between 5% and 10% of the load’s gross rate, while some work on a flat fee basis. SN Dispatch offers competitive, transparent pricing with no hidden fees—so drivers keep more of what they earn.
In most states, no special license is required to become a truck dispatcher. However, industry knowledge, compliance awareness, and strong networking skills are crucial. SN Dispatch has the expertise and resources to manage your loads efficiently and legally.
The market rate for hot shot trucking service generally falls between $1.50 and $2.50 per mile. At SN Dispatch, we track market trends and negotiate with shippers to ensure our drivers consistently get top-tier pay.
Hotshot dispatchers can make anywhere from $35,000 to $60,000 annually, depending on experience and the number of clients served. The dispatchers at SN Dispatch are dedicated professionals committed to maximizing driver earnings.
You can find hotshot loads through online load boards, freight brokers, direct shipper contracts, or networking in trucking communities. Partnering with SN Dispatch saves you time—we handle all the searching, booking, and negotiating to keep you hauling high-paying loads.