About this role
About Americrane Rentals
Americrane Rentals is a leading provider of crane rental, heavy haul, and rigging services, serving industrial and commercial clients throughout Texas. We pride ourselves on our commitment to safety, reliability, and customer satisfaction — delivering precision and professionalism on every project.
Position Summary
Americrane is seeking an experienced and highly organized Dispatcher to coordinate daily crane operations, equipment scheduling, and driver/operator assignments. The Dispatcher serves as a critical link between customers, crane operators, drivers, and management to ensure safe, efficient, and timely delivery service. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and previous dispatch experience within the transportation, construction, heavy equipment, or crane rental industry.
Key Responsibilities
- Schedule and dispatch crane operators, drivers, and equipment to customer job sites.
- Coordinate daily crane rental activities and optimize equipment utilization.
- Communicate with customers regarding scheduling, service requests, job updates, and delivery times.
- Monitor operator and driver schedules to ensure efficient resource allocation.
- Maintain accurate dispatch logs, records, and job documentation.
- Work closely with sales, operations, and field personnel to support project requirements.
- Respond quickly to schedule changes, emergencies, and customer needs.
- Ensure compliance with company safety policies, DOT regulations, and industry standards.
- Track equipment locations and availability.
- Review work orders, permits, and job requirements prior to dispatch.
- Manage after-hours communication and support as needed.
- Assist with billing documentation, job tickets, and operational reporting.
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED required.
- Minimum 3-5 years of dispatch experience required.
- Previous dispatch experience in crane rental, construction, transportation, trucking, logistics, or heavy equipment industries preferred.
- Strong knowledge of dispatching procedures, scheduling, and route planning.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word) and dispatch management software.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
- Exceptional organizational and customer service abilities.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience working in the crane rental or heavy equipment industry.
- Knowledge of DOT regulations and transportation compliance requirements.
- Familiarity with crane operations, permits, and job site logistics.
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to sit for extended periods while working on a computer and phone.
- Ability to occasionally lift up to 25 pounds.
- Must be able to work in a fast-paced office environment.
Why Join Americrane?
- Competitive pay based on experience.
- Benefits package (Medical (100% covered for Team Partner), Dental, Vision, 401(k), PTO)
- Opportunity to work with an established crane rental company.
- Supportive team environment.
- Career growth and advancement opportunities.