Semi-trailer truck on the highway
Semi Trailer Dispatch

Semi Trailer Dispatch Across Every Deck Type.

Dry van, reefer, flatbed, or step deck. One dispatch team across all four semi trailer deck types, matched to whichever you're running.

48–53 ft TrailersFull-size semi trailer freight
4 Deck TypesDry van, reefer, flatbed, step deck
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Inside Semi Trailer Dispatch

One category, four ways to run it.

Semi trailer is the broadest category in freight — it covers dry van, reefer, flatbed, and step deck, which together make up most of what moves on US highways. Nerva Dispatch dispatches all four deck types, matched to the specific trailer you're pulling, with the same rate negotiation and paperwork support across every one.

Semi-trailer truck on a US highway
Full-size trailer freight, dispatched by the deck type you actually run.
Choose a Deck Type

The Four Deck Types We Dispatch

Tell us which one you run — or run more than one — and we'll match freight accordingly.

Why Nerva

What Semi Trailer Carriers Get From Us

The same standard of dispatch, whichever deck type you're running this week.

One Dispatcher, Every Deck Type

Run dry van this week and flatbed the next — the same dispatcher tracks your equipment and preferences across both.

Rate Negotiation

Every load is checked against current market rates for that specific deck type before you're asked to commit.

Deck-Specific Handling

Detention pay for reefer, securement time for flatbed, verified dimensions for step deck — handled the way each type actually requires.

Paperwork Handled

Rate confirmations, BOLs, and invoicing tracked for every load, regardless of trailer type.

Broker Relationships

We work with brokers and shippers across all four deck types, not just one specialty.

Flexible Equipment Matching

If you run multiple trailer types, we match freight to whichever one makes sense for your current lane and schedule.

The Process

From Drop to Next Load

The process stays the same no matter which deck type you're running.

1

Tell Us Your Setup

Let us know which semi trailer type — or types — you run, along with your preferred lanes.

2

Load Search

We source freight matched to your specific deck type and equipment.

3

Rate Negotiation

Every rate is checked and negotiated before you're asked to commit.

4

Confirm & Run

Paperwork sent, load confirmed — we're already lining up what's next.

Who It's For

Who Runs Semi Trailer Freight

Semi trailer freight spans nearly every industry that ships by truck.

Owner-Operators

Carriers running one deck type — or switching between a couple — who want consistent freight either way.

Small Fleets

Fleets with mixed equipment who need one dispatch team coordinating across all of it.

Specialized Haulers

Carriers focused on a specific deck type who want a dispatcher who understands its requirements.

Not sure which deck type page applies to you?

Tell us your equipment and lanes — we'll match you to the right freight.

Frequently Asked Questions

Semi Trailer Dispatch Questions

What counts as "semi trailer" freight?

Any full-size 48–53 ft trailer freight — dry van, reefer, flatbed, and step deck all fall under this category.

Do I need a different dispatcher for each deck type?

No — one dispatcher can handle all four, especially if you run more than one trailer type.

Can I switch between deck types depending on the week?

Yes. Tell your dispatcher what you're set up to run and we'll match freight across whichever fits your schedule.

Which deck type pays the most?

It varies by lane and season — flatbed and step deck typically carry a premium over dry van, and reefer usually sits above dry van too. Your dispatcher can walk you through current rates.

How do you charge for semi trailer dispatch?

The same simple commission structure across all deck types, with no upfront or setup fees.