Trucking Lead at Centennial Materials Company in Carson City, Nevada

Trucking Operations Coordinator

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General Summary Under general supervision this position is responsible for coordinating trucking operations for aggregate material deliveries, ensuring efficiency, safety and compliance with all the applicable regulations. This role manages drivers, schedules, equipment utilization, and coordinates with dispatch and plant operations to meet customer and company objectives.

Essential Job Accountabilities

• Supervise and coordinate trucking activities and assist with dispatching needs as required.
• Monitor truck availability and maintenance needs, coordinating with mechanics and drivers.
• Ensure adherence to California and Nevada DOT and CARB regulations, including hours-of-service, weight limits, and vehicle inspections.
• Maintain accurate records for driver logs, permits, and compliance documentation.
• Conduct regular safety meetings and enforce company safety policies.
• Lead, train, and support drivers and mechanics to maintain high performance and safety standards.
• Address driver concerns promptly and professionally in coordination with the Dispatch Manager.
• Work closely with dispatch and plant personnel to align trucking schedules with production and delivery timelines.
• Adjust schedules to accommodate changes in demand, weather, or equipment availability.
• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly reports on trucking operations, including mileage, fuel usage, and delivery performance.
• Manage fuel ordering and management for all sites.
• Track and report any incidents, delays, or compliance issues.

Education and licenses

• High School Diploma - some college preferred.
• Class A CDL with double and triple endorsements required; must have a valid driver's license.

Work Experience

• Minimum 3-5 years in trucking operations, preferably in aggregates or construction materials.

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

• Strong understanding of DOT regulations (CA & NV), fleet management, and safety standards.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and organizational skills; ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.
• Attention to detail required.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Ability to work in various computer software programs (excel,word,project, Heavy Job, The Dispatcher)

Physical Demands The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Subject to outside working conditions. At times will be working around large construction equipment, must be safety conscience. Additional Requirements/Skills

• Ability to abide by Granite's Code of Conduct on a daily basis.
• A team player.

Our Benefits at a Glance: Building tomorrow starts with you, and Granite knows that you can excel only if we support you in and out of the workplace. That is why we offer a broad benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, as well as special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more. Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents. Employees can also opt into a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA). As part of our investment in your future outside of the workplace, Granite provides a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately. Benefits may vary for positions located outside of the continental United States. Base Salary Range: $54,700.00 - $82,050.00Pay may vary based upon relevant experience, skills, location, and education among other factors.

About Granite Construction Incorporated Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.