Dispatcher for Trucking and Materials

Branscome•Williamsburg, VA

About The Position

Major Role and Purpose : Assists with scheduling and dispatching of dump trucks (company and hired). Description of Duties : Provide oversight to ensure all necessary labor, materials, and equipment arrive at each job site in a timely manner. Receive and maintain communications with crews regarding job status, problems, customer satisfaction, payment, etc. Assign drivers to trucks and provide accurate directions to pickup and delivery facilities. Maintain the control board for accuracy. Answer phones in a professional manner. Assists customers in materials purchasing. Track daily activities of trucks and generates operational report. Perform all other duties deemed necessary or assigned by supervisor.

Requirements

High School Diploma
Minimum 3 years’ experience.
Must have general knowledge of highway systems in the region.
Must be able to work well under pressure.
Knowledge of GPS technology and Microsoft Office
Excellent communication and organization skills
Familiar with truck and highway construction activities
Clerical/Organizational skills
GPS Technology skills
Microsoft Office Applications skills

Responsibilities

Assists with scheduling and dispatching of dump trucks (company and hired)
Provide oversight to ensure all necessary labor, materials, and equipment arrive at each job site in a timely manner.
Receive and maintain communications with crews regarding job status, problems, customer satisfaction, payment, etc.
Assign drivers to trucks and provide accurate directions to pickup and delivery facilities.
Maintain the control board for accuracy.
Answer phones in a professional manner.
Assists customers in materials purchasing.
Track daily activities of trucks and generates operational report.
Perform all other duties deemed necessary or assigned by supervisor.