Dispatcher

Jobs.performancefoodservice.com

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Sacramento, CA, US Until 10/6/2026 1+ years exp First posted July 29, 2026 Last posted August 7, 2026
Job description

Company Description:



Core-Mark continues to grow as the industry leader in fresh and broadline solutions for the convenience retail industry. With a reputation for empowering customers, employees, and communities, Core-Mark has become the largest, most comprehensive marketer of consumer goods in North America - offering a full range of products, programs, and solutions to convenience operators across the U.S. and Canada.

Job Description:

We Deliver the Goods:
  • Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
  • Growth opportunities performing essential work to support America's food distribution system
  • Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect
Position Details:
  • Thursday - Monday
  • 5:00 PM - 1:30 AM
  • Up to $26.00 per hour depending on experience
Position Summary:

Responsible for coordinating the overall scheduling and dispatching of delivery operations by communicating with truck drivers through computers, phones or two-way radios. Assign drivers to trucks and make sure that they leave and arrive on schedule. Available at all times to answer any questions from drivers, help them avoid traffic jams and keep them aware of inclement weather ahead. Communicates and interacts with customers, vendors and co-workers professionally ensuring questions are answered accurately and in a timely manner. Functions as a team member within the department and organization, as required, and perform any duty assigned to best serve the company.

Position Responsibilities:
  • Dispatchers track drivers' progress along their routes using available technology.
  • Check drivers in and out of terminals and transfer the trip records into a company's files.
  • Communicate with drivers on a daily basis, but must handle any requests and complaints from customers.
  • Calculate miles for all trucks.
  • Determine travel and route times so that delivery costs can be accurately determined.
  • Performs other related duties as assigned.


Benefits:

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Qualifications:

• High School Diploma/GED or Equivalent Experience

• 1-2 years dispatch experience

Preferred qualifications:

• 2-4 years dispatch and commercial driver experience within the food service industry

EEO Statement:

Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the "Company") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the "EEO is the Law" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.
About this role

Summary

Coordinate delivery schedules, communicate with drivers, and ensure timely food distribution.

Job title

Dispatcher

Experience level

1-2 years

Minimum experience

1+ years exp

Industry

food distribution

Location requirements

Sacramento, CA; on-site work required

Salary

Up to $26.00 per hour depending on experience

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

communicationroute calculationtrip record managementcustomer service

Preferred skills

dispatch experiencefood service industry experiencedriver experience

Specializations

dispatchingroute planningdriver communicationschedule coordination
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Sacramento, CA, USA

On-site City