Dispatch Executive

We are looking for a reliable, self-motivated professional to provide leadership and supervision in the role of Dispatcher & Logistics Coordinator. In this role you will be responsible for daily scheduling and dispatching of dump trucks and semis hauling construction aggregate and heavy equipment. You will receive requests, transmit messages and track vehicles. You will also help coordinate accurate billing of delivered materials. The ideal candidate must be an excellent communicator, well organized and be able to remain calm and composed, especially in high stress situations. You must be able to multi-task and take the appropriate action with little supervision.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and dispatch trucks carrying aggregate and heavy equipment
• Keep accurate records, logs, schedules utilizing company procedures and software. Use this information to confirm proper billing/accounts receivable
• Coordinate appropriate levels of staffing at "scaling" locations
• Communicate and problem solve with customers and staff
• Use radio, phone or computer to send crews, vehicles or other field units to appropriate locations
• Monitor the route and status of field units to coordinate and prioritize their schedule considering customer’s demands, efficiency and safety
• Provide field units with directions, traffic, obstacles, rout restrictions and other requirements
• Enter data in computer system and maintain logs and records of calls, activities and other information
• Coordinate rented trucks including proper insurance, licensing and payment
• Secure necessary permits and licenses

Skills

• Experience as dispatcher or relevant position preferred
• Experience in construction industry and/or heavy equipment preferred
• Knowledge of permitting and oversized loads preferred
• Knowledge of procedures and guidelines for emergency situations and familiarity with regulations, safety and loss control procedures and practices
• Proficient in English (oral and written)
• Outstanding organizational and multitasking abilities
• Active listener with excellent communication skills
• Basic computer and phone skills
• Sound judgement and critical thinking
• Ability to multitask and handle high volume situations
• High school diploma

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $65,000.00 - $80,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Waunakee, WI 53597: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• Dispatching: 1 year (Preferred)

Language:

• English (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: One location