FLEET DISPATCHER at Henkels & McCoy in Pomona, California

Job Description:

Henkels & McCoy, Inc. (H&M) is one of the largest privately held international utility contracting firms, with offices in 80 cities and celebrating over 90 years of operating with a reputation as one of the most reliable and innovative firms in engineering and construction, is currently seeding a Dispatcher for it's Fleet Department. Reporting to the Fleet Supervisor, the Dispatcher will be responsible for efficiently and accurately coordinating company-owned and outside rental construction equipment deliveries to project locations.

Responsibilities:

• Receives calls for equipment needs and provides the equipment requested
• Tracks equipment moves between locations
• Arranges transportation for equipment
• Maintains equipment tracking and transfer records; electronic record keeping
• Maintains equipment assignment and yard location records; for area and yard
• Procures rental equipment when no company-owned equipment is available
• Ensures equipment is properly numbered
• Confirms proper Purchase Order is procured for short term rental agreements
• Communicates to Area Managers when equipment is coming and going from their area
• Replaces rental equipment with company-owned equipment as it becomes available
• Generates transfer sheets for each piece of equipment moved
• Follows processes developed in-house for equipment procurement, release, and transfer
• Dispatches team of drivers, who report to him/her on a daily basis
• Works with vendors in procuring the proper equipment in a timely manner.
• Negotiates freight costs with vendors for equipment moves
• Retrieves most cost-efficient quotes for equipment moves
• Works with Shop Foreman on equipment being delivered and completion deadlines
• Conducts daily inventory of what is in the yard

• High school diploma / GED equivalent
• Experienced with Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint, Outlook)
• Proficient in English, spoken/written
• Previous experience with dispatching construction equipment preferred

• Familiarity and understanding of DOT vehicle load height and weight restrictions, permit loads, acquiring permits, etc.
• Knowledge of construction and/or heavy construction equipment related to Gas, Pipeline, and Civil work
• Logistics experience
• Knowledge of California Air Resources Board (CARB) regulations
• Must be able to multitask and prioritize
• A positive attitude and professional conduct are required
• Production of quality work while working independently and motivated is essential.