Relief Plant Dispatcher - Omaha, NE (Internal Applicants Only)

Job ID: 525998

Ready Mixed Concrete Co., A CRH Company, has been the premiere concrete supplier in the Omaha-Council Bluffs metro area since 1929.

With state-of-the-art production and delivery, Ready Mixed supplies all types of projects from highly technical commercial construction and high-volume paving to residential projects.



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Position Overview

The Plant Dispatcher is responsible for operating trucks to transport dirt, aggregate, asphalt and other materials and/or equipment to various locations.

When providing dispatch coverage, this position will manage the driver's schedule and routes while maintaining positive relationships with our internal and external customers, production teams and service personnel.

This position is a relief position that will cover for the full time position when needed.

Key Responsibilities (Essential Duties and Functions)


* Receives calls from customers and guides the customer through the ordering process.


* Work with dispatch center to coordinate trucks at plant site, schedule, print tickets and scheduling.


* Establishes delivery times according to factors such as truck capacities, distances to delivery site, and fleet availability.


* Maintains active communication with dispatch center and communicates issues of plant breakdowns and startups with all personnel.


* Enters the order into the computer.


* Places orders at the appropriate locations determined by jobsite location and plant availability.


* Advises customer on mix to use for specific application (i.e.

footing, walls, flat work, etc.).


* Monitors equipment locations and utilization to coordinate service and schedules.


* Handles all calls and other forms of communication in a courteous, professional and helpful manner.


* Other duties as assigned

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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disability to perform the essential functions.

Education/Experience


* High school diploma or general education degree (GED) preferred.


* One to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Work Requirements


* Must be 21 years in age or older.


* Must pass pre-employment drug screen, criminal background check and motor vehicle record check.


* Must have and maintain a valid Class A or B Commercial Driver's License with Tanker Endorsement and maintain motor vehicle record (MVR) that meets company standards.


* Must have and maintain a valid DOT Medical Certificate.


* Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Employee Handbook and Safety Manuals.


* Regular, on-time and consistent at...