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Add a Material Haul Shift (Web)

Create and activate a material haul shift to track trucks moving material from one site to another using the Add/Edit Shifts page.

Introduction

Material haul shifts are used when material is transported between job locations — for example, from a jobsite to a plant. These shifts are ideal for cycle-based hauling work that doesn’t fall under paving or milling. If there’s a defined Source and Destination, FleetWatcher can track the movement, load counts, and KPIs using this flexible shift type.

Navigation

To access this feature:

Go to: MMS > Shifts > Add/Edit Shifts

Step-by-step Instructions

1. Info

  1. Enter a Job Name that describes the work

  2. Confirm or select the Company (defaults to parent company)

2. Where

  1. Select the Source Geo-zone (e.g., Jobsite, Plant, Quarry)
    – This is required

  2. Select the Destination Geo-zone (optional but recommended for tracking)

  3. Select the Project linked to this job
    – Required for scale ticket matching and performance tracking

Need help creating projects or geo-zones? See: Shift Prerequisites

3. Who

  1. Select employees working on the shift (optional but recommended)

  2. These names will appear on the shift card and receive First Load alerts

4. When

  1. Choose a Single Day or Date Range

  2. Set the Start and End Times for Day and/or Night period

  3. Check the box for Use Day Period or Use Night Period to display the shift on Scheduled Shifts

5. What

  1. Confirm the Shift Cycle Type is set to MMS Shift
    ​     – This is the default for material haul jobs
    – Use this shift type for any haul job with a defined Source and Destination, including aggregate hauls, dump site transfers, or jobsite-to-plant loops that aren't tied to paving or milling

Activate the Shift

Once all required fields are entered, scroll to the bottom and choose one:

  • Activate Shift – Activates the first shift immediately

  • Save and Activate Later – Save details to schedule later

  • Activate Shift and Order Dispatch – Activates and begins dispatching

Need help scheduling multiple days? See: Shift Activation and Scheduling

Optional: Advanced Settings

These are not required to activate a shift but can enhance tracking and automation:

  • Enable DOT Ticket Submission

  • Use Virtual Shift Tickets (VST)

  • Set KPI Targets

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