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Customer Service Rep / Dispatch
Sauk Rapids, MN
Job Description
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| Company: | Knife River - Central Minnesota Division | Department: | concrete |
| Location: | Sauk Rapids, MN | Hiring Manager: | Janelle L Adelman |
| Closing Date: | 06/05/2024 at 11:59pm CDT | Job Type: | Full-Time - Seasonal |
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Good Pay! Good Benefits! Good People! At Knife River, we take care of our team because we know it's our people who make us successful. We are one of the 10 largest construction materials producers/contractors in the country, and we are growing! Our team is made up of hard working people who work safely and deliver high-quality results to our customers - and we are looking for more! This position is responsible to receive and document complete and accurate order information from customers in order to maximize service while minimizing non-productive time of equipment and personnel. To assure on time and efficient use of concrete resources by dispatching trucks in a timely manner to ensure the targeted service level and cost. |
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1.General education, grammar and arithmetic, GED or high school diploma or equivalent. 2.One year of telephone service or order taking in a business environment. 3.Concrete and Aggregate product training and dispatch experience preferred 4.Ability to work 50+ hours per week during construction season including occasional Saturday morning |
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Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status or any other protected category under applicable state/federal law. If unable to apply online, mail completed application to:4787 Shadow Wood Drive NE, Sauk Rapids, MN 56379. Subject to pre-employment drug testing and background check. |
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1.Answers phone to take/alter customer's order and complete all required information. Ensure the customer understands all relevant company policies such as "will calls", additional products over amount ordered, towing charges, and our driver's responsibilities. 2.Obtains all pertinent information from customer including but not limited to: customer code, name and relevant credit information; project or quote number and job name; delivery address and instructions to the jobsite; required numbers such as PO, customer job number; concrete mix, slump and admixes; pouring method and number of unloading sites; use of the concrete; desired job start time; delivery rate in spacing, quantity per hour or number of trucks; travel time to and from the jobsite; any restrictions in load size; special truck types required or not desired whether the order is a "go" or "will call". If "will call", agree on a time of day to release and agree what will happen if the call is not received. 3.Verify the order back to the customer to ascertain the accuracy of the information. Inform the customer of warnings concerning product hazards, load limits, vehicle weights and limitations. 4.Verify method of payment for each order - does the customer have a charge account or do we need to process a credit card or check payment. 5.Inform dispatch personnel of special instructions and give adequate notice to ensure proper materials are available 6.Ability to prioritize responsibilities and navigate between several tasks throughout the day. 7.Complete understanding of dispatch system, process, and maintenance (quotes, product line items, pricing, mix designs, etc.) 8.Ability to read maps and follow directions 9.Superior customer service skills, understanding of concrete properties and mix designs, knowledge of applicable government and industry regulations 10.Ability to maintain confidentiality of information, prioritize multiple tasks, strong organizational and conflict resolution skills 11.Ability to operate office machines and intermediate level computer skills (Work, Excel, Windows & Outlook) 12.Communicate effectively (verbal, listening, written) and work with difficult people under high stress situations. Self-motivated, team-player with good interpersonal skills; ability to maintain positive customer relations and act courteous/respectful of others. 13.Troubleshoot and problem solve situations/problems (material quality, equipment operation/repair, etc.). Monitor and discuss production problems with co-workers and managers/supervisors 14.Ensure OSHA, EPA, DNR, safety and environmental regulation compliance. 15.Performs other duties as assigned. |
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Knife River is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected Veteran status.
Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Temporary, Full Time
Required Education
High School or Equivalent
Required Experience
Open
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