Assistant Dispatcher: Equipment & Crew Coordinator (Training)

Maxim Crane Works, LP; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage (1

Paid time off & holidays

401(k) with company match

Life insurance & AD&D

Wellness & disability plans

Employee discounts

Job summary

Maxim Crane Works, LP is seeking an Assistant Dispatcher in Metairie, LA to gain hands-on experience across the Dispatcher role. You will help coordinate labor and crane/equipment deployments, maintain schedules, and support compliance with regulatory requirements.

The position includes responsibilities such as preparing daily dispatch reports, processing new hires, and maintaining training records, with opportunities to step into Dispatcher duties as needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• 3+ years' experience as equipment operator, driver, or administrative support.
• Transportation/heavy equipment experience preferred.
• Proficient in MS Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Assist Dispatcher in coordinating, scheduling, and assigning labor and equipment.
• Prepare daily dispatch reports and schedules.
• Process new hires and maintain training database and badging.
• Ensure DOT and other regulations compliance.
• Coordinate with unions and communicate with operators/drivers.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Multitasking

Under pressure decision making

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate/Technical degree preferred

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Maxim Crane Works, LP is seeking an Assistant Dispatcher in Metairie, LA to gain hands-on experience across the Dispatcher role. You will help coordinate labor and crane/equipment deployments, maintain schedules, and support compliance with regulatory requirements.

The position includes responsibilities such as preparing daily dispatch reports, processing new hires, and maintaining training records, with opportunities to step into Dispatcher duties as needed.