Dispatcher

Summary

Dispatcher Position Gary Merlino Construction Co., Inc is a privately held locally owned and operated general contractor specializing in heavy civil construction. Over the years GMCC has become one of the largest and most diversified contractors in the Puget Sound Region, self-performing approximately 85% - 90% of all projects awarded. GMCC's status as a leader in the Puget Sound construction industry gives our team an opportunity to work on a variety of unique projects in the area. You will be a member of a team that provides accelerated career growth through exposure to all civil disciplines. Stoneway Concrete, a division of Merlino Construction is seeking a Dispatcher for our facility in Seattle. Location: 9216 8th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98108 Position Type: Full time Position Hours: Hours will varyPosition Summary Order taker is priority work plus light dispatchingCommunicate information and interact with drivers verbally via radioDevelop a working knowledge of concrete and its various applicationsLearn and remember mix designs and product codesAnswer phone calls and input orders accuratelyRead, understand and use demand graphs to schedule drivers and future workClearly and accurately relay jobsite directions and order information to drivers and QC techniciansKeep records and report driver injuries and accidents to appropriate partiesWork with sales and technical services to provide excellent customer service and meet customer needsWork in coordination with batch plant operator and shop to keep entire operation of mixer truck deliveries running smoothlyRequirements/Qualifications Prior experience with logistics, concrete construction and or truckingReliable means of transportation to arrive at work on timeComputer and data entry skillsStrong basic math skillsAbility to multi-task and stay on task in a fast paced and distracting environmentAbility to establish and maintain professional working relationships with co-workers and customersAbility to stay calm during high stress situationsAbility to prioritize and problem solve quickly in real time situationsPreferred: Experience with high call volume up to 100 calls per dayReady Mix Dispatch ExperienceConcrete and or construction experienceStrong retention of Mix design codes, product codes and customer names.Stoneway Concrete Offers a Superior Benefits Package Which Includes: 401K RetirementMedical, Dental, & VisionDefined Pension PlanProfit SharingPaid VacationsEmployee Assistance ProgramLife Insurance / AD&DLong Term Disability BenefitFlexible Spending AccountDiscount Gym MembershipsIf you would like to work for a company that values honesty, loyalty and customer service while providing employees an opportunity to fulfill career goals, please submit your resume and cover letter to: resume@gmccinc.comWe are a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We do not illegally discriminate in our employment decisions based on age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, veteran status or pregnancy, or any other basis prohibited by local or federal law. We are also an Affirmative Action Employer and are committed to the inclusion of all qualified individuals in our employment selection process.

Job Description

Dispatcher Position Gary Merlino Construction Co., Inc is a privately held locally owned and operated general contractor specializing in heavy civil construction. Over the years GMCC has become one of the largest and most diversified contractors in the Puget Sound Region, self-performing approximately 85% - 90% of all projects awarded. GMCC's status as a leader in the Puget Sound construction industry gives our team an opportunity to work on a variety of unique projects in the area. You will be a member of a team that provides accelerated career growth through exposure to all civil disciplines. Stoneway Concrete, a division of Merlino Construction is seeking a Dispatcher for our facility in Seattle. Location: 9216 8th Ave S, Seattle, WA 98108 Position Type: Full time Position Hours: Hours will varyPosition Summary Order taker is priority work plus light dispatchingCommunicate information and interact with drivers verbally via radioDevelop a working knowledge of concrete and its various applicationsLearn and remember mix designs and product codesAnswer phone calls and input orders accuratelyRead, understand and use demand graphs to schedule drivers and future workClearly and accurately relay jobsite directions and order information to drivers and QC techniciansKeep records and report driver injuries and accidents to appropriate partiesWork with sales and technical services to provide excellent customer service and meet customer needsWork in coordination with batch plant operator and shop to keep entire operation of mixer truck deliveries running smoothlyRequirements/Qualifications Prior experience with logistics, concrete construction and or truckingReliable means of transportation to arrive at work on timeComputer and data entry skillsStrong basic math skillsAbility to multi-task and stay on task in a fast paced and distracting environmentAbility to establish and maintain professional working relationships with co-workers and customersAbility to stay calm during high stress situationsAbility to prioritize and problem solve quickly in real time situationsPreferred: Experience with high call volume up to 100 calls per dayReady Mix Dispatch ExperienceConcrete and or construction experienceStrong retention of Mix design codes, product codes and customer names.Stoneway Concrete Offers a Superior Benefits Package Which Includes: 401K RetirementMedical, Dental, & VisionDefined Pension PlanProfit SharingPaid VacationsEmployee Assistance ProgramLife Insurance / AD&DLong Term Disability BenefitFlexible Spending AccountDiscount Gym MembershipsIf you would like to work for a company that values honesty, loyalty and customer service while providing employees an opportunity to fulfill career goals, please submit your resume and cover letter to: resume@gmccinc.comWe are a federal contractor and an Equal Opportunity Employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. We do not illegally discriminate in our employment decisions based on age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, veteran status or pregnancy, or any other basis prohibited by local or federal law. We are also an Affirmative Action Employer and are committed to the inclusion of all qualified individuals in our employment selection process.