About this Seasonal Dispatch role at Park Paving Ltd.
Park Paving Ltd. has been locally owned and operated for over 50 years as one of the largest road construction contractors in Edmonton, and we are looking for a SEASONAL DISPATCHER to join our TRANSPORTATION DIVISION for the upcoming construction season.
This is a full-time seasonal position based out of Sherwood Park, Alberta. The position operates on a 6-day work week, Monday to Saturday, with shifts typically ranging from 8 to 10 hours per day. This role offers a competitive wage with benefits.
The primary duties for this position will include, but are not limited to:
- Dispatch company trucks and subcontracted trucks to various job sites, pits, plants, and customer locations.
- Coordinate daily trucking requirements with supervisors, foremen, drivers, customers, and other internal divisions.
- Track truck locations, load counts, material movements, delivery times, and job progress throughout the day.
- Communicate schedule changes, delays, breakdowns, and site-specific instructions to drivers and field staff.
- Prepare and maintain accurate dispatch records, trucking tickets, time records, load information, and other required documentation.
- Assist with organizing trucking resources to meet production needs and project schedules.
- Monitor driver availability, truck utilization, and daily trucking requirements.
- Support the Transportation Division with general administrative tasks as required.
- Ensure all dispatching activities are completed in a safe, efficient, and professional manner.
- Maintain a positive and respectful working relationship with drivers, supervisors, customers, and coworkers.
Requirements
- Previous dispatching experience is considered an asset.
- Experience in trucking, construction, aggregates, asphalt, concrete, or related industries is considered an asset.
- Strong communication, organization, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with changing priorities.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
- Comfortable using phones, computers, email, spreadsheets, and dispatch-related systems.
- Ability to work long hours during the construction season.
- Must be reliable, punctual, and able to work Monday to Saturday.
- Familiarity with construction equipment & road permits an asset.
- Valid Class 5 Driver’s License is considered an asset.
Benefits
- Competitive Wages/Salaries
- Health & Dental Benefits
- Vision Benefits
- Life Insurance
- RRSP Matching
- Opportunities for advancement
Pay Scale: $23.00 - $26.50 per hour based on experience
Successful candidates will thrive in a highly productive and high-pressure environment. They will also possess a strong drive to contribute to the team’s success by working with drivers, supervisors, foremen, and other employees to support the daily operations of the Transportation Division.
Successful candidates will also be able to maintain a culture of safety and accountability while working with their direct supervisors and other employees, all while maintaining a positive and respectful work environment.
Successful candidates must have a driving record free of major infractions, and must pass a medical/fitness exam, as conditions of employment.
ANY MISREPRESENTATION OF YOUR QUALIFICATIONS DURING THE APPLICATION PROCESS WILL RESULT IN THE IMMEDIATE DISQUALIFICATION OF YOUR CANDIDACY.
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