Field Operations Coordinator

Field Operations CoordinatorThe Field Operations Coordinator is responsible for coordinating the daily activities of assigned field crews to ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and on schedule. This position serves as the primary link between assigned field crews, management, and customers. The ideal candidate is highly organized, communicates well, can handle frequent schedule changes, and is comfortable making decisions in a fast-paced field-service environment.The Field Operations Coordinator exemplifies our five core values (Safety, Others, Integrity, Initiative, and Passion). Schedules and dispatches assigned field crews to assigned jobs each day. Develops daily and weekly work schedules based on job priorities, crew availability, equipment, location, and customer requirements. Communicates daily assignments, locations, job requirements, and schedule changes to crew leaders. Tracks crew locations and job progress throughout the workday. Adjusts schedules when jobs are completed early or delayed due to weather, equipment issues, customer requests, or other circumstances. Coordinates with management to determine work priorities and manpower needs. Maintains communication with customers regarding scheduling, job status, delays, and completion when required. Ensures crews have the necessary information, equipment, materials, and instructions before being dispatched. Maintains accurate records of completed work, scheduled work, crew assignments, and outstanding jobs. Assists with tracking employee attendance, call-outs, PTO, and available labor for scheduling purposes. Coordinates equipment and vehicle assignments when necessary. Helps identify scheduling conflicts, productivity issues, or labor shortages before they affect operations. Communicates urgent field issues to the appropriate manager. Assists with preparing upcoming work so crews can remain productive and minimize downtime. Performs other duties as assigned.High school diploma or equivalent. Strong organizational and time-management skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Ability to manage multiple crews, jobs, and priorities simultaneously. Ability to remain calm and make good decisions when schedules change unexpectedly. Comfortable using computers, email, spreadsheets, mapping programs, and scheduling. Previous experience in dispatching, scheduling, field operations, vegetation management, utilities, landscaping, transportation, or a similar industry is preferred. Knowledge of field operations and crew productivity is a plus. Must be able to work at a desk for extended periods of time.Opterra Solutions, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, marital status, disability status, genetics, political affiliation, protected veteran status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.