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 MidCap 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr