Transportation Dispatcher/Shipper

Job ID:  508167

Staker Parson Companies, 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 Summary

The role of Shipper/Dispatcher requires the individual to manage a variety of functions related to our Transportation/Logistic operations. The individual must have a strong understanding of construction, paving and the material distribution business as they relate to transportation. Will be responsible for maintaining efficient logistic operations, daily order building and scheduling for the following day. Will also interact daily with our transportation team, forepersons, superintendents, and drivers, fulfilling duties as needed. This a full-time position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
 

• Manage same day orders for various project and operations.
• Prepare, build and schedule daily orders for following day.
• Manage ITCP folder that job forepersons create and share with drivers via email/tablet.
• Must be customer service oriented, both internally and externally
• Check and review all orders assigned before they are shipped.
• Create, share haul costs on all projects or as assigned, with manager.
• Proficient with DVIR reporting application.
• Manage time in a way that prioritizes workflow with both internal and external logistics.
• Identify logistic opportunities.
• Dispatch & coordinate deliveries with company truck drivers and external trucking companies to ensure timely delivery of materials to customers.
• Serve as driver point of contact to help support all LOB’s and drivers to ensure safe and efficient production.
• Maintaining professional demeanor in stressful conditions is a must.
• Be able and willing to work flexible hours.
• Reliable attendance is essential to performance in this role
• Responsible for a safe work environment for themselves drivers, traveling public and co-workers.
• Responsible for coaching drivers on all Motive events that occur.
• Other duties and responsibilities related to the nature of the job may be assigned on a temporary or permanent basis as needed

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 abilities required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties of the job.

 Requirements/Education/Experience
 

• High school diploma or GED, or equivalent experience in related function.
• Construction/Transportation Related Experience preferred.
• Must be able to effectively multitask, have mathematical and communication skills.
• Computer skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Thorough understanding of FMCSA regulations, i.e. hours of service, logbooks, and pre & post trip inspections.

Physical Environment

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.

• May require additional lifting of up to 50lbs
• Endure intermittent climbing, bending, stooping, twisting, reaching, pushing and pulling
• Driving, walking and standing for long periods of time  

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

• Highly competitive base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental and disability benefits programs
• Group retirement savings program
• Health and wellness programs
• A diverse and inclusive culture that values opportunity for growth, development, and internal promotion

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!

Staker Parson Companies, a CRH Company, is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

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