Dispatcher & Logistics Coordinator – Crane and Heavy Duty Truck

Position Summary

Central Contractors Service, located in Alsip, is seeking a Crane and Heavy Duty Truck Dispatcher & Logistics Coordinator to provide supervision and guidance to direct the activities of crane operators and tractor trailer drivers. This is a full-time, exempt position with comprehensive benefits package in a casual office environment.

Essential Functions

• Provide guidance and supervision to direct the activities of crane operators, tractor-trailer drivers and support personnel.
• Supervises subordinate employees by orienting, training, assigning, scheduling, coaching, counseling, and disciplining employees; communicating job expectations; planning, monitoring, and appraising job contributions; adhering to policies and procedures.
• They keep records, logs, and schedules of the calls they make and/or receive, the vehicles they monitor and control, and the actions they take.
• They ensure on time delivery of cranes and support equipment to job sites.
• Maintaining correct files for Safety compliance, DOT/FMCSA regulations and Insurance requirements.
• Secure permits, escorts, and flagmen. 
• Ensure company drivers maintain compliance with DOT/FMCSA regulations and company safety policies.
• Address problems and requests by transmitting information or providing solutions.
• Monitor the route and status of field units to coordinate and prioritize their schedule.
• Coordinate with Sales staff to ensure the proper equipment is delivered in an orderly manner.
• Submit billing and payroll information to other departments.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

Skills and Experience Requirements

• Experienced in trucking and dispatch functions.
• Knowledge of the permitting process for oversize loads.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Able to work in a fast paced environment and meet deadlines.
• Must be able to work 40 hours a week and overtime as needed.
• Able to sit for longs periods of time.
• Able to use phone, computer and other office equipment.