Equipment Dispatcher (Independence Excavating)

DiGeronimo Companies•Sterling, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Independence Excavating is seeking a dynamic Equipment Dispatcher to join their team. This role is responsible for the planning and tracking of equipment resources, compliance, team collaboration, and ensuring safety regulations are followed. Independence Excavating has been a leader in heavy civil construction and demolition projects for over 70 years, combining industry innovations with extensive project experience.

Requirements

Knowledge of DOT/Federal Motor Carrier Rule & Regulations, state regulations regarding height and weight maximums.
Demonstrated ability to multi-task across several projects.
Solid Computer Competency; Working knowledge of Microsoft Office including Outlook, Excel and Word.
Self-motivated with effective leadership skills.

Nice To Haves

Preferred 5+ years of dispatch experience with heavy equipment and other assets
Knowledge of winch operations, hazmat transport and placarding.
Knowledge of hydraulics, electronics, gas and diesel heavy machinery.

Responsibilities

Schedule and dispatch heavy equipment, or other assets, to appropriate locations according to requests and specifications.
Prepare daily work and run schedules.
Responsible for DOT and fleet safety regulatory compliance.
Oversee all communications and relay messages and information to or from leadership and work crews.
Work with leadership in order to address questions, problems, and requests for service or equipment.
Collaborate with heavy shop for necessary repairs in order to restore service and schedules.