Dispatcher

granite· 00002 Granite Construction Company
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📍 Sacramento, CaliforniaFull time💰 USD 48K–72K
Full time00002 Granite Construction Company

About this role

Building a career at Granite may be the most valuable thing you could do...

Find your dream job today, and be part of something great. Our most powerful partnership is the one we have with our employees. Our people are our most valued asset and the foundation of Granite’s century-old success. We’re building more than infrastructure; we are building your future.

General Summary

Under supervision, this position is responsible for assisting with coordinating labor, equipment, materials, trucking and rentals for all construction projects for assigned location to ensure project appropriate resources are allocated.

Essential Job Accountabilities

  • Assist in coordinating project resource needs with the Construction Manager, Superintendents, Safety, and Equipment departments to ensure project schedule goals are met. 

  • Communicate detailed information such as time and specific locations to dispatch resources to jobs in the field to ensure appropriate resources are allocated.

  • Arrange and work with the Equipment department and other area dispatchers to ensure the best opportunity for Granite equipment utilization; schedule equipment repairs as needed. 

  • Utilize computerized dispatch and distribute on a daily basis to communicate resource and scheduling with team.

  • Communicate dispatch to Superintendents so that they can monitor daily work (QC, Shop, PM, Payroll).

  • Work with various vendors to ensure Granite receives the best possible pricing for rentals or other materials needed that are not already set in job setups; utilize the FIS system in order to streamline the processes, including setting up rental equipment and export to Field systems.

  • Understand and know contract requirements when it comes to ordering job resources (DBE, listed companies or special Tier compliant equipment).

  • Update the underground service alert (USA) to ensure it is current.

  • Code dispatch office invoices to ensure accuracy and timeliness.

  • Depending on location track rentals and equipment moves.

Education

  • High School Diploma

Work Experience

  • 0 - 2 years dispatch experience

Knowledge, skills, and abilities

  • Excellent organizational and communication skills.

  • Ability to prioritize multiple tasks.

  • Attention to detail required.

  • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

  • Ability to work in various computer software programs (excel, word, project, Heavy Job, The Dispatcher)

  • Knowledge of Construction Jobs, equipment and needs 


Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk and hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to operate a computer keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and ability to adjust focus. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Subject to outside working conditions. At times will be working around large construction equipment, must be safety conscience.

Additional Requirements/Skills

  • Ability to abide by Granite’s Code of Conduct on a daily basis.

  • A team player.

Our Benefits at a Glance:

Building tomorrow starts with you, and Granite knows that you can excel only if we support you in and out of the workplace.  That is why we offer a broad benefits package that includes paid holidays, sick leave, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, flexible spending plans, as well as special programs for musculoskeletal health, mental wellness, and more.

 

Salaried employees may choose from two PPO medical plans through Anthem BlueCross, including our most popular plan, for which 100% of the premium is paid by Granite for eligible employees and dependents.  Employees can also opt into a Health Savings Account (HSA) or a Flexible Spending Account (FSA).

 

As part of our investment in your future outside of the workplace, Granite provides a 100% match on the first 6% of eligible compensation that salaried employees defer into their 401(k) plans, which vests immediately.

 

Benefits may vary for positions located outside of the continental United States.

Base Salary Range: 

$48,094.00 - $72,141.00

Pay may vary based upon relevant experience, skills, location, and education among other factors. 

About Granite Construction Incorporated

Granite Construction Incorporated is a member of the S&P 400 Index and is the parent company of Granite Construction Company, one of the nation's largest heavy civil contractors and construction materials producers. Granite is a Drug-Free Workplace and Equal Opportunity Employer.  Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and other applicable laws.

For additional information on applicant/employee rights please click here.

Notice to Staffing Agencies

Granite Construction, Inc. and its subsidiaries ("Granite") will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Granite, including unsolicited resumes sent to a Granite mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Granite employees, or to Granite's resume database will be considered Granite property. Granite will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. Granite will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. Agencies must obtain advance written approval from Granite's recruiting function to submit resumes, and then only in conjunction with a valid fully-executed contract for service and in response to a specific job opening. Granite will not pay a fee to any Agency that does not have such agreement in place. Agency agreements will only be valid if in writing and signed by Granite's Human Resources Representative or his/ her designee. No other Granite employee is authorized to bind Granite to any agreement regarding the placement of candidates by Agencies.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the Dispatcher role at granite?
The listed salary for this Dispatcher position at granite is USD 48K–72K. This is an Full time role.
Where is the Dispatcher position at granite located?
This Dispatcher role at granite is based in Sacramento, California. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Dispatcher role at granite full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Full time position. It is posted as a Dispatcher role in the 00002 Granite Construction Company department at granite.
Which team or department does the Dispatcher at granite belong to?
This Dispatcher position is part of the 00002 Granite Construction Company department at granite. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
How do I apply for the Dispatcher position at granite?
Click the "Apply Now" button on this page. You will be redirected to granite's official application portal hosted on workday where you can submit your application directly.
When was the Dispatcher job at granite posted?
This Dispatcher position at granite was posted on Aug 12, 2026. Apply as soon as possible — early applications are often reviewed first.
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