Scale House Dispatcher

Dexter Construction, part of The Municipal Group of Companies, based in Bedford Nova Scotia, is a large, diversified organization engaged in all major aspects of the heavy civil construction, mining, and environmental services within the Atlantic Provinces. We are currently seeking the expertise of a Dispatcher to join our team from our Scale House located at the Rocky Lake Quarry, Bedford, NS.

**Job Summary**:
**Primary Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Take orders for gravel and asphalt.
- Dispatch and weigh trucks.
- Organize trucks for tonne mile/hourly jobs as required.
- Answer questions on job costs and quantities.
- Arrange for prompt delivery of product.
- Give advice on material needs and quotes to homeowners and small contractors.
- Perform other duties as assigned

**Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, Education and Experience**:

- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- A working knowledge of MS Office software, MS Word, Excel, and willingness to learn new programs
- Strong initiative and a positive ‘can do’ attitude
- Very enthusiastic and punctual
- A proven attention to detail and problem solving
- A strong commitment to quality
- The ability to learn quickly and be adaptable to change
- The ability to work well under pressure of deadlines
- Ability to work Saturdays as necessary
- Ability to perform a variety of manual tasks requiring the use of independent judgment and action
- Willingness to work in a team environment
- Comply with all safety policies and procedures
- Working safely is a condition of employment
- Must have a valid NS Drivers license

A comprehensive pension and benefits package is offered with this position along with opportunities for advancement and training and development.

We would like to thank all those who apply; however only those selected for an interview will be notified.

**Benefits**:

- Company events
- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Life insurance
- Store discount
- Vision care

Schedule:

- 12 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed

Ability to commute/relocate:

- Bedford, NS: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

**Experience**:

- dispatching: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person