Dispatcher Assistant & Operations Coordinator

Maxim Crane Works LP; Metairie (LA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

401(k) with company match

Life insurance and AD&D

Wellness programs

Employee discounts

Job summary

Maxim Crane Works LP in Metairie, LA seeks an Assistant Dispatcher to gain hands-on experience across dispatch duties while supporting the Dispatcher to ensure timely equipment delivery to customers.

The role involves coordinating, scheduling, and assisting with labor and equipment, maintaining training records, and communicating with operators, drivers and unions as needed. Prior admin/support or trucking exposure is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; associate/technical degree preferred.
• 3+ years' experience as an equipment operator, driver, or administrative support.
• Proficient in MS Office; strong attention to detail and ability to multitask.

Responsibilities

• Assist Dispatcher by coordinating, scheduling and assigning labor and equipment.
• Prepare daily activity reports and maintain training and badging records.
• Monitor weather and regulatory compliance; communicate with operators and drivers.
• Support billing and ensure accurate job tickets and rates are submitted on time.
• Step in for Lead Dispatcher as needed and maintain safe, compliant operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

MS Office

Multitasking

Reading/comprehension

Education

High School diploma or GED

Associate or Technical degree

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

Job description

Maxim Crane Works LP in Metairie, LA seeks an Assistant Dispatcher to gain hands-on experience across dispatch duties while supporting the Dispatcher to ensure timely equipment delivery to customers.

The role involves coordinating, scheduling, and assisting with labor and equipment, maintaining training records, and communicating with operators, drivers and unions as needed. Prior admin/support or trucking exposure is preferred.