Aggregate Dispatch; Seasonal Job Sauk Rapids area,Minnesota USA,Transportation

Position: AGGREGATE DISPATCH (SEASONAL)

Good Pay! Good Benefits! Good People! Knife River is a PEOPLE-first company. Our team members are 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. Please consider joining our growing team today!

At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it's our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the Country. Our goal is to build strong teams that, in turn, build strong communities. We are also a publicly traded company on the NYSE with the ticker symbol KNF and part of the S&P Mid Cap 400 index.

ROLE

OVERVIEW

Our season kicks off in April and runs through November, with the possibility of extending into December. As a seasonal team member, you'll enjoy winters off to travel, hunt, fish, or pursue the activities you love—while still keeping your benefits all year long.

Responsible for coordinating the dispatch of trucks and personnel to deliver aggregate materials. Ensures timely delivery, efficient use of resources, accurate timekeeping recording and high levels of customer service.

Typical schedule during production season is Monday - Friday 7:00 AM - 5:00 PM with Saturday as needed.

DUTIES AND/OR RESPONSIBILITIES

Assigning appropriate trucks and drivers for material deliveries based on job-site needs

Receive and verify customer orders including Aggregate material/Products, delivery time, and site instructions

Track and record driver's hours, breaks, and timecard submissions

Review and reconcile timecards for accuracy and completeness

Coordinate with Payroll staff to resolve timekeeping discrepancies

Communicate with plant operators, drivers, and customers to ensure smooth operations

Monitor delivery schedules and adjust dispatch plans to meet changing demands

Ensure compliance with safety and environmental regulations

Troubleshoot delivery issues and resolve customer complaints professionally

Perform other duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITITES

Strong verbal and written communication skills

Ability to read maps and give accurate driving directions

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and dispatch/timekeeping software

Problem-solving and decision-making under pressure

Knowledge of construction materials and terminology

Strong Attention to detail in timecard review and payroll coordination

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Driver License preferred.

General education, grammar and arithmetic, GED or high school diploma or equivalent.

General Computer Skills. Must include Outlook, Microsoft Word, and Excel.

One year of telephone service or order taking in a business environment.

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

Post-secondary education in logistics, construction management, or business

Experience with dispatch and payroll/timekeeping software (e.g., Track It, Kronos, Viewpoint, Excel. HCSS.)

Familiarity with DOT regulations and OSHA safety standards

Knowledge of Aggregate products

COMPENSATION

$23.00 - $30.00/hour and up depending on experience

BENEFITS

Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance

Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts

401(k) with Company Match

Profit Sharing

Paid Time Off

8 Paid Holidays

Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance

Short-term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

Years of Service Recognition

Voluntary Life Insurance for Employees, Spouses, and Dependents

Critical Illness Plan

Accident Coverage Plan

Hospital Indemnity

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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 laws.

Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background checks.

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