What are the responsibilities and job description for the Transportation Dispatcher position at Idaho Materials & Construction?
Job ID: 518289
Idaho Materials & Construction, is a CRH Company. Our purpose, commitment to the future, and formula for growth is to champion the safety, empowerment, and development of our employees. We strive to be The Preferred Source of quality sand, rock, landscape products, ready-mixed concrete, asphalt, paving and construction services. We succeed as a team by embracing integrity, mutual respect, innovation, service, sustainability, and financial strength.
Summary
This is a skilled position requiring the individuals to manage a variety of functions related to trucking operations. The individual must have a good understanding of construction, paving and material distribution business as they relate to transportation. Dispatch will be responsible for observing safety practices within the team and on the job site and will monitor the daily duties of operations within the department and will advise, correct and document as needed. Position reports to the Transportation Manager.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Prepare & direct drivers daily activitiesSchedule delivery of product to job locations
Take orders from internal and external customers and ship in a timely manner
Must be customer service oriented, both internally and externally
Check and review all orders assigned before they are shipped
Coordinate deliveries with company truck drivers and external trucking companies to ensure timely delivery of materials to customers
Maintain professional demeanor in stressful conditions
Be able and willing to work flexible hours including overtime as job needs arise
Reliable attendance is essential to performance in this role
Responsible for a safe work environment for themselves and co-workers
Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed
Qualifications
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the job.
Requirements/Education/Experience
High school diploma or equivalent or equivalent experience in related functionAt least 1 year of related experience
Must be able to effectively multitask
Computer skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook
Excellent mathematical and communication skills
- Class A CDL
Physical Environment
May require additional lifting of up to 25lbsEndure intermittent climbing, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, pushing and pulling
Walking and standing for long periods of time
The statements included in this job description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job. Other duties may be assigned as required. Requirements for this job are subject to modification by the Company and its designees, and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
What CRH Offers You
- Highly competitive base pay
- Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
- Group retirement savings program
- Health and wellness programs
- An inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion
About CRH
CRH has a long and proud heritage. We are a collection of hundreds of family businesses, regional companies and large enterprises that together form the CRH family. CRH operates in a decentralized, diversified structure that allows you to work in a small company environment while having the career opportunities of a large international organization.
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Idaho Materials & Construction, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
EOE/Vet/Disability
CRH is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.