Dispatch Intern

Job Overview

Shields Asphalt Paving, Inc. is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Dispatch Intern to assist our dispatch and operations team. This position is a great opportunity for a student or entry-level candidate interested in construction operations, logistics, or fleet management to gain hands-on experience in a fast-paced environment.

The Dispatch Intern will support daily trucking operations, help maintain records, and assist with coordination between drivers, plants, and project teams.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preparing daily trucking schedules using company-owned and broker trucks
• Support dispatching of triaxles through communication with drivers and brokers
• Monitor trucking activity using dispatch and GPS software
• Help identify inefficiencies and report observations to dispatch staff
• Assist in coordinating trucking needs with project managers and superintendents
• Help maintain driver and equipment records, including licensing, registrations, insurance cards, and maintenance logs
• Support compliance documentation related to DOT and safety regulations
• Assist with dispatch reports and data entry
• Communicate with asphalt and stone plants regarding product availability
• Assist with timecard entry and payroll support tasks
• Support fuel tracking and reporting
• Assist with organizing training records and safety documentation
• Perform general administrative and operational support tasks as assigned

Requirements

• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Basic computer skills, including Excel and email
• Reliable transportation and willingness to work in an office environment

Preferred Qualifications

• Interest in construction, logistics, or fleet operations
• Currently enrolled in or recently graduated from a program in business, construction management, logistics, or a related field (not required)

What You'll Gain

• Hands-on experience in dispatching and construction operations
• Exposure to GPS tracking, logistics software, and fleet management processes
• Opportunity to learn about DOT compliance and trucking operations
• Potential opportunity for future full-time employment based on performance

If you're interested in learning how trucking and logistics support major construction projects, we encourage you to apply and join our team.