What are the responsibilities and job description for the Truck Coordinator and Dispatcher - Construction materials position at Alliance Construction?
Job description: Alliance Construction has an excellent opportunity for a Civil Construction Truck Coordinator & Dispatcher. The Coordinator manages all trucking logistics, dispatching drivers (dump trucks, etc.) for timely material delivery (aggregates, supplies), scheduling routes, liaising with site foremen and drivers, maintaining delivery records, resolving transport issues, ensuring safety compliance (DOT), and controlling costs by managing documentation and third-party carriers to keep projects on schedule. Grow our fleet by estimating and acquiring relationships and workload.
Key Responsibilities:
Dispatch & Scheduling: Assigning drivers and trucks, planning daily/weekly routes, and ensuring timely delivery to sites.
Logistics Management: Overseeing material delivery (aggregates, supplies) and managing leased vehicles
Communication: Liaising with drivers, site supervisors, equipment managers, and customers.
Record Keeping: Maintaining accurate daily driver sheets, delivery tickets, and driver hours.
Problem Solving: Resolving issues with delays and unexpected site needs.
Cost Control: Approving paperwork (tickets) and managing third-party carriers/pricing.
Estimating: Searching for new work, Bidding and executing the work to grow the fleet.
Essential Skills:Strong organizational, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Knowledge of GPS, construction logistics, and relevant safety standards.Preferred Experience:
2 years of experience in the related field
Practical written and verbal communication skills
Benefits:
Competitive pay/paid weekly
Health Insurance
Matching 401K
Short-Term Disability & Long-Term Disability
PTO/ Vacation Pay, paid holidays
- Excellent work and home life balance
Hiring Expectations: Apply today, complete a quick phone screening, and get ready for an interview with our team to discuss your goals and experience.
Alliance Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status
Do not miss this fantastic opportunity to grow in your career with a leader in the industry. Apply today or call us at (605) 728-2576! We look forward to hearing from you!