Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Asphalt Dispatcher is the primary link between our production facilities, our delivery fleet, and our customers. This role is responsible for the strategic coordination of asphalt deliveries to various job sites, ensuring maximum fleet utilization and strictly adhering to on time delivery metrics. Under the direction of the Dispatch Manager, you will manage high-volume phone traffic, input complex orders into the central system, and provide real-time troubleshooting for drivers and field personnel. The goal is to deliver total customer satisfaction while maintaining the highest safety and ethical standards.
KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Monitor the GPS 'board' to track trucks during loading, transit, and return phases.
Adjust delivery rates and move trucks between plants as needed to ensure the highest cubic yards/tons per driver hour.
Proactively assist drivers with navigation to job sites and provide emergency support if mechanical issues or accidents occur.
Compute driver load schedules for the following day and manage business booking up to 90 days in advance.
Enter customer orders into the central dispatch system with 100% accuracy.
Type and verify delivery tickets to ensure correct mix designs, quantities, and delivery instructions are transmitted to the plant and driver.
Learn to check verbal orders against system entries to verify data integrity and prevent billing errors.
Manage high volume phone calls daily, handling new orders, cancellations, and modifications with a professional and positive demeanor.
Answer customer inquiries regarding asphalt products, progress on current pours/paving jobs, and potential delays.
Act as a liaison between Customer Representatives and field crews to resolve disputes or address specific mix design needs.
Maintain constant contact with plant operators and maintenance crews to stay informed of plant outages or mechanical problems.
Monitor production levels and inform the shop or maintenance team of any equipment failures that could impact the delivery schedule.
Perform basic accounting tasks and generate daily productivity reports using Microsoft Office Suite.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education
High school diploma, GED, or relevant experience
Work Experience
1-3 years of experience in the Construction, Asphalt andamp; Paving, or Logistics industry.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Technical proficiency
OSHA compliance and regulation
EPA
Time management
Detailed oriented
Problem solving
Critical thinking
Collaboration
Effective communication (written and spoken)
Industry knowledge
Adaptability
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Physical Requirements
Ability to sit for extended shifts.
High visual acuity for reading detailed reports and multiple computer monitors simultaneously.
Capacity to manage a high volume of inbound calls and radio traffic without loss of accuracy.
High demand for reading detailed reports, tracking software, and entering data into central order systems.
Able to work overtime and weekends as needed.
Travel
On-site, office based.
Working Conditions
High-stress and fast-paced. Dispatchers must resolve 'conflicting demands' such as equipment breakdowns, driver delays, and urgent customer requests simultaneously.
Disclaimers
In addition to the primary responsibilities outlined, the successful candidate may be expected to take on other tasks and assignments as required, including but not limited to duties outside the typical scope of the role to support overall team operations and organizational needs. Flexibility and adaptability to evolving job demands are essential.
The hiring rate for this position starts at $28.70+ exclusive of benefits or bonuses (discretionary and non-discretionary). The offered base compensation will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, business need, market conditions, proficiencies, skills, education, and experience. Additionally, at Martin Marietta we place a high value on internal pay equity and will consider the compensation for those in similarly situated roles and direct team members. The hiring range for this role represents the base compensation we expect to pay for the position at time of hire and does not represent the total possible base pay of the position.
In addition to our base compensation, we also offer a competitive benefits package for full-time employees, including medical, dental and vision coverage; prescription drug coverage; health savings accounts; flexible spending accounts; life, AD&D and disability insurance; 401(k) with a company match and an employer-funded defined benefit pension plan. Other benefits include paid time off, paid holidays, education/tuition assistance, an employee discount program, adoption assistance, wellness programs and more.
Part time employees are eligible to participate in the 401k plan and receive a company match. In addition, they are eligible to start accruing service for the pension plan.
A member of the S&P 500 Index, Martin Marietta is an American-based company and a leading supplier of heavy building materials - including aggregates, cement, ready-mixed concrete and asphalt. Through a network of operations spanning 28 states, Canada and the Bahamas, dedicated Martin Marietta teams supply the foundational resources upon which our communities thrive. Martin Marietta's Magnesia Specialties business produces high-purity magnesia and dolomitic lime products used worldwide in environmental, industrial, agricultural and specialty applications.
At Martin Marietta, we strive to work with the best and the brightest - those who have the potential to become our company's future leaders. Each of our roughly 9,500 people shares a common purpose regardless of their professional role or work environment. Together, we utilize our diverse skills and experiences to drive our company and its extraordinary culture forward. Our aim is to build on our foundation of success and help values-driven and hardworking people realize their full potential. When you decide to invest your career in Martin Marietta, you'll know what it's like to be respected, challenged and rewarded.
In return, we offer a highly competitive benefits package, including:Medical
Prescription Drug
Dental
Vision
Health Care Reimbursement Account
Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
Wellness Programs
Employee Assistance Plan
Paid Holidays and Vacation
401(k) with Company matching
Pension
Salary Continuation - Short-Term Disability
Long-Term Disability Options
Employee Life Insurance
Spouse & Dependent Life Insurance
Business Travel Accident Insurance
Direct Deposit Payroll
Educational/Tuition Assistance Plan
College Scholarship Program - for dependent children
Matching Gift Program
New Auto Purchase Discount Plans
At Martin Marietta, we are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and teammates. We celebrate diversity and commit that qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.Please Apply at: https://www.aplitrak.com/?adid=YmJnZW5lcmljLjk5NjIwLjg3NjBAbWFydGlubWFyY29tcC5hcGxpdHJhay5jb20{rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"}
