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CONCRETE DISPATCHER | |||
Company: | Knife River - Western Oregon Division | Department: | Ready Mix |
Location: | Portland, OR | Hiring Manager: | Robert J Pitts Jr |
Closing Date: | 07/15/2024 at 11:59pm CDT | Job Type: | Full-Time |
Entry Level: | $25.11/$25.11 - $30.81/$30.81 /hour | ||
Job Summary: | |||
Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are the key to our success, and we are committed to giving them the tools, training and time to do their jobs productively and go home safely each day. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. Join our growing team today! Responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following: * Reviewing concrete orders for accuracy, including driving directions and mapping, correct products, delivery times, truck spacing and quantities * Become familiar with our products and services * Become familiar with the abilities of a ready mix truck * Develop a strong working relationship with fellow team members, driver teams, customers and KRC contracting groups * Assure all safety policies and procedures are followed to prevent any and all unsafe actions, processes and behaviors observed * Filing and entering information from concrete tickets into the Command Concrete program as needed * Fill in when other dispatchers are on vacation * Other duties as needed | |||
Minimum Qualifications: | |||
* Current and valid driver license * Excellent communication and customer service skills * Previous dispatching experience and knowledge of the Portland/Metro area is preferred * Knowledge of DOT regulations and previous construction experience is helpful * Ability to operate and learn new computer programs * Ability to effectively manage time and multi task * Ability to manage stressful situations * Ability to work safely in a busy construction environment * Willingness to work odd hours and Saturdays if necessary * Must work as a member of a location team * Ability to accurately log important information on a daily basis * Ability to write routine reports and correspondence * Ability to speak effectively before contractors or employees of organization * Ready Mix experience a preference | |||
Benefits | |||
Full-time employees are eligible for the following benefits: -Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance -Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts -401K with Company Match -Profit Sharing -8 Paid Holidays -Paid Time Off -Life Insurance -Employee Assistance Program -Safety Incentives -Years of Service Recognition | |||
How To Apply: | |||
To be considered for this position, candidates must complete and submit an employment application at jobs.mdu.com by the posting deadline noted above. If unable to complete an application online you may print and send completed application to any Knife River NW address or stop in one of our locations to complete an application. Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law. If you are an individual with a qualified disability as defined by federal, state, or local law and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application for any reason, please contact your state employment agency or you may call 541-693-5960 to speak with a human resources representative. Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check. | |||
Veterans: Put Your Skills to Work with Us! | |||
At Knife River, we are committed to helping our military transition to civilian life. We are constantly looking to add veterans to our workforce and want to make the transition as smooth as possible. There are many jobs within the military that are transferable to our Dispatcher position: Navy: Advanced Equipment Operator Equipment Operator Army: Equipment Operator Air Force: Pavements and Construction Equipment Helper Pavements and Construction Equipment Apprentice |
Full Time
Heavy Civil Construction
$43k-55k (estimate)
06/24/2024
08/23/2024
SANDY, OR
25 - 50
DAN J TURIN
<$5M
Heavy Civil Construction