Dispatcher - Long Beach

Company: Traffic Management Inc.
Location: Long Beach
Posted on: August 4, 2022

Job Description:

Job Description Job Summary To ensure the proper scheduling and dispatch of all Traffic Controllers and equipment. Essential Duties Coordinate, schedule and dispatch Traffic Controllers as well as appropriate company vehicles or equipment to job sites Work closely with project management team. Help with take offs when needed Assist branch assistants with tracking equipment on rental ins/outs After-hours calls during the week On-call as scheduled which will include some weekends Assist other offices with coordinating personal and field support as well as dispatching Develop and/or maintain tracking method for documenting dispatch efforts as it pertains to Traffic Controller response records Work with branch assistants on fleet & facility inspections as well as warehouse inventories. Assist Area Manager with safety meetings. Maintain and foster good working relationships between field crew and Project Managers Be able to work with Traffic Control plans and understand the field resources required for the job Maintain availability and/or coordinate on-call efforts after hours Monitor employee time off and be able to find coverage to ensure proper job implementation Report to Area Manager employee problems and/or concerns that may impact field operations Required Knowledge: Constructions knowledge is required. MUTCD knowledge is preferred. Basic math skills Ability to read traffic control plans Proficient in MS Office applications, google maps, TM Soft (Proprietary Software) Skills and Abilities: Ability to work well with others in a team environment Problem solving Organizational skills and strong multi-tasking ability Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Ability to learn new skills on the job quickly Maintain a positive work environment Must be able to handle a high-volume call environment Equipment Operated: Vehicles (Trucks/Cars) of various sizes Flat bed trucks Trailer mounted warning signs Cones, delineators, drums, barricades, signs and various other traffic control devices Trailer Physical Requirements & Work Environment Requires standing & sitting for prolonged periods of time Requires lifting up 50lb Requires using hands to handle, control or lift objects Requires being outside and exposed to environmental conditions Requires being in construction environment Requires repetitive movement Exposure to work near moving mechanical parts, heavy equipment and moving vehicular traffic Exposure to reasonable noise levels Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less Education and Experience: Minimum High school degree (or equivalent) Valid California Driver---s License and good driver---s record (must be insurable through company policy)

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