Drayage Load Booking
Local turns, drop & hooks and rail-ramp runs across the Chicago area, matched to your equipment and home-time goals.
Chicago Drayage Experts
Chicago Drayage Dispatch.
Chicago Drayage Dispatch.
We keep your intermodal trucks loaded.
Chicago drayage dispatch only. We dispatch and book on your behalf, under your authority: local turns, drop & hooks and rail-ramp runs for owner-operators and small fleets. No long-term contracts. Per diem & detention support.
Chicago-area drayage only
No long-term contracts
Per diem & detention support
Spectra Trucking is a dispatch service only, not a broker or motor carrier. We act on your behalf under your authority and do not guarantee loads or revenue.
CHIChicago drayage focus
24/7Dispatcher availability
1 hrTypical onboarding response
0Long-term lock-ins
What we do
Chicago drayage, handled end to end
Keep turning boxes. Our dispatchers book the freight and chase the fees that eat into your day.
Per Diem Dispute
Hit with per diem you shouldn't owe? We gather the gate and terminal records and help dispute the charge.
Demurrage Recovery
When containers sit through no fault of yours, we document the delay and work to recover what you're owed.
Rail Yard Check
We check ramp and terminal status, container availability and gate conditions before you roll, so you don't waste a trip.
Detention Negotiation
Stuck waiting at the shipper or the ramp? We negotiate detention pay so your time is paid for.
Chassis & Street Turn Help
Short on a chassis or want to street turn a container? We help sort out availability and cut empty miles.
How it works
Rolling in four simple steps
Getting started takes minutes, not weeks.
1
Tell us your setup
Share your trucks, chassis access, UIIA status and the Chicago ramps you want to run.
2
Sign a simple agreement
Quick onboarding with your authority, insurance, W-9 and UIIA. No long-term contract.
3
Get matched with Chicago loads
Your dispatcher presents the best turns, drop & hooks and runs. You pick the one you want.
4
Run & get paid
We track paperwork, per diem and detention while you keep turning boxes.
Why Spectra
Chicago drayage experts, not generic dispatch
We don't dispatch coast to coast. We work the Chicago intermodal market every day, and it shows in the loads we book.
Chicago-only focus
Local turns, drop & hooks and ramp runs are all we do, not nationwide freight.
Ramp & terminal savvy
We know how Chicago ramps, terminals and gates run, and plan your day around them.
Driver-first
You approve every load. Phone, text or email support around the clock.
Transparent
Clear fees, no hidden deductions and no long-term contract.
Equipment we dispatch
Built for intermodal & container work
Intermodal / ContainersDry VanReefer ContainerTri-axle
Simple pricing
One fair fee. No surprises.
Tell us about your operation and we'll quote a straightforward rate, with no setup fees and no hidden costs.
- No setup or onboarding fees
- No long-term contract
- Paperwork, per diem & detention support
- 24/7 dispatcher support
FAQ
Common questions
What does a drayage dispatcher do?
A drayage dispatcher books container moves between rail ramps, terminals and customers, negotiates rates and detention, and handles paperwork and fee disputes so you can keep driving.
Do I need my own authority?
Yes, we work with owner-operators and fleets that run under their own MC/DOT authority, carry active insurance, and are set up with UIIA to pull intermodal equipment.
Am I locked into a contract?
No. Our agreements are simple and flexible, and you can end the relationship with short notice.
Can I turn down a load?
Absolutely. We present options and you choose. Nothing is booked without your approval.
Do you only work in the Chicago area?
Chicago is our home market and our focus. Most loads are local turns and ramp runs, with regional moves like Milwaukee when they make sense.
How fast can I get started?
Most carriers are onboarded within a day once documents (authority, insurance, W-9, UIIA) are received.
Get started
Ready to keep your boxes moving in Chicago?
Fill out the form and a dispatcher will get back to you shortly with a free, no-obligation quote.
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