Dispatcher coordinates drivers and vehicles to convey freight or passengers to assigned destinations in a timely and efficient manner. Maintains contact with drivers to communicate updates, delays, or special instructions and relay delivery status to customers. Being a Dispatcher records driver assignments, delivery time, and other transportation data in a computer database to track metrics. Ensures drivers are compliant with all DOT, state, local, and company regulations. Additionally, Dispatcher requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Dispatcher works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Dispatcher typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Job ID : 496332
HK Contractors, a CRH company, is a member of the CRH West Division; 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.
Position Overview
The Trucking Dispatcher is ultimately responsible for the creation and management of the daily trucking needs of all operational functions and duties.
This will include the creation of a daily schedule and the communication of that schedule between drivers and operations.
Primary function will be to maintain the prepared schedule and help trucks achieve desired cost objectives. Position will report to HK Trucking Manager.
Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)
This will utilize Trak-it tools and software Internal Traffic Control Plans will also be gathered and provided to all drivers as necessary for each job and schedule.
This will include working with Transportation Admin to obtain necessary permits and ensure all transportation schedules are conducted legally.
Trucking Dispatcher will have working and continual knowledge of all DOT laws and regulations along with the new ELD Mandate and HOS regulations.
In accordance with developing schedule, HOS Regulations will be continually monitored and evaluated.
Trucking Dispatcher will be available for driver issues, operations issues and / or needed business at all times of the day.
Continual communication process through cell phone, email, Trak-it and / or any and all other means will be in place.
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 ability required.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.
Education / Experience
High school diploma or General Education Degree GED is preferred.
Work Requirements
Prior related experience in the industry is a plus.
Knowledge / Skill Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual should be able to type and use keyboards accurately and have knowledge of Database software (Command Alkon);
Internet software; Order processing systems; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.
Key Competencies
Uses equipment and materials properly.
Physical Requirements
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit, climb, and use hands to finger, handle, or feel.
The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, crawl, kneel, bend, and reach with hands and arms above their shoulders.
The employee must occasionally lift and / or move from 10 to 100 lbs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
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
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 large international organization.
If you’re up for a rewarding challenge, we invite you to take the first step and apply today! Once you click apply now, you will be brought to our official employment application.
Please complete your online profile and it will be sent to the hiring manager. Our system allows you to view and track your status 24 hours a day.
Thank you for your interest!
HK Contractors, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Last updated : 2024-04-21
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