What are the responsibilities and job description for the Truck Dispatcher - Big Sandy position at Longview Bridge & Road?
Current Position(s)
Truck Dispatcher - Big Sandy
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are normally Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; however, hours can change due to company demands.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Benefits
Medical/Dental
401k
Paid Time Off
Referral Program
An Equal Opportunity Employer
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Truck Dispatcher - Big Sandy
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Dispatch trucking resources for highway construction, bridge construction, and related infrastructure projects to meet project schedules and customer requirements.
- Schedule and track deliveries of aggregates, asphalt, concrete materials, equipment, and construction supplies.
- Communicate regularly with project managers, superintendents, plant managers, customers, and drivers regarding schedules and delivery status.
- Monitor driver availability, hours-of-service compliance, and equipment utilization.
- Maintain accurate dispatch records operational reports.
- Coordinate with maintenance personnel to ensure equipment availability and minimize downtime.
- Ensure compliance with DOT regulations, company policies, and safety standards.
- Support 24/7 dispatch operations.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- Minimum of 1 year of dispatching experience involving commercial motor vehicles.
- Strong knowledge of transportation operations and fleet management practices.
- Experience utilizing dispatch software, GPS tracking systems, and Microsoft Office applications.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and multitasking abilities.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and make sound decisions in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to customer service.
- Previous experience dispatching trucks in highway construction, heavy civil construction, bridge construction, aggregate hauling, ready-mix concrete, or related industries.
- Experience coordinating multiple job sites and large fleets.
- Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer and phone.
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
- Ability to work extended hours during peak construction seasons as needed.
This is a full-time position. Days and hours of work are normally Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; however, hours can change due to company demands.
Work Environment
This job operates in a professional office environment. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Benefits
Medical/Dental
401k
Paid Time Off
Referral Program
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Apply Now!