Dispatcher, Sr. jobs in the United States

Dispatcher, Sr. coordinates drivers and vehicles to convey freight or passengers to assigned destinations in a timely and efficient manner. Maintains contact with drivers to communicate updates, delays, or special instructions and relay delivery status to customers. Being a Dispatcher, Sr. records driver assignments, delivery time, and other transportation data in a computer database to track metrics. Ensures drivers are compliant with all DOT, state, local, and company regulations. Additionally, Dispatcher, Sr. requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Dispatcher, Sr. works independently within established procedures associated with the specific job function. Has gained proficiency in multiple competencies relevant to the job. To be a Dispatcher, Sr. typically requires 3-5 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Sr Dispatcher
  • First Student | First Transit
  • Saginaw, MI FULL_TIME
  • First for a reason
    First Student is the largest school transportation provider in North America with more than a century of experience providing safe and reliable transportation. We work with 1,250 school districts in 39 states and 8 Canadian provinces carrying approximately five million students in 21,000 schools daily.

    Now Hiring a Senior Dispatcher

    At First Student, our Dispatchers are a constant reflection of our company’s commitment to safety and customer service. The Dispatcher is responsible for dispatching all buses, ensuring on-time performance of routes, and counseling drivers and monitors on front line.

    At First Student, we are proud to offer:

    • $16.50/HR
    • Tremendous Career Advancement Opportunities due to a strong presence across North America
    • Positive and rewarding work environment

    Dispatcher Responsibilities:

    • Oversees all routes and scheduling of buses
    • Counsels and coaches drivers and monitors
    • Handles heavy phone and radio traffic
    • Takes all scheduling and driver complaints, report to Operations Supervisor/Contract Manager
    • Serves as primary communication liaison with major contracted customer
    • May handle charter reservations, billing, or driver payroll
    • Provides solutions to drop-off and pick-up problems
    • Handle back-up driver duties or perform miscellaneous clerical duties as needed
    • Completes assignment of special projects
    • Assists with supervision of day-to-day operations

    Dispatcher Experience and Skills Required:

    • 5-7 years experience
    • High school diploma or equivalent
    • Basic knowledge of radio dispatch equipment
    • Excellent communication and customer service skills
    • Ability to deliver under time constraints and deadlines
    • Problem solving and analytical abilities. 
    • Previous terminal operations, dispatch, or driver experience
    • Computer literate
    • Subject to DOT drug testing and physical. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

    First Student’s commitment to putting our customers first, dedication to safety, and an ambition to deliver dependable transportation makes for a working environment you’ll love. As a huge company with 120,000 staff and over 2.5 billion customers worldwide, you’ll also enjoy security, a brilliant future, and excellent training.

    Apply today to join our team!

    All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia’s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf.

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Sr. Dispatcher
  • PERFORMANCE TEAM
  • San Bernardino, CA OTHER
  • Job Details Job Location: 517 San Bernardino CA - San Bernardino, CA Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: Undisclosed Who We AreAbout the company: As a company, we promote a culture of honesty and i...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Sr Dispatcher
  • First Student
  • Saginaw, MI FULL_TIME
  • First for a reasonFirst Student is the largest school transportation provider in North America with more than a century of experience providing safe and reliable transportation. We work with 1,250 sch...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Sr Dispatcher
  • ABM US
  • Sugar, TX FULL_TIME
  • Position Summary Details Reporting to the Service Manager and the Operations Manager, the dispatcher is responsible for dispatching of HVAC Technicians to customer locations. This position will also g...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Local Trucking Dispatcher- Elizabethton TN
  • Tidewater- Dispatcher TN
  • Elizabethton, TN FULL_TIME
  • TRUCKING DISPATCHER- Kingsport, TN Tidewater Transit Co,. Inc. has an immediate opening for a full-time dispatcher at our Kingsport, TN terminal. Responsibilities: - Responsible for efficient and cost...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Local Trucking Dispatcher- Wallace NC
  • Tidewater- Dispatcher NC
  • Wallace, NC FULL_TIME
  • TRUCKING DISPATCHER- Rocky Point, NC Tidewater Transit Co,. Inc. has an immediate opening for a full-time dispatcher at our Rocky Point, NC terminal. Responsibilities: - Responsible for efficient and ...
  • 21 Days Ago

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Dispatch Coordinator
  • Ruan
  • Hyattsville, MD
  • Job Description On-Site Dispatch Coordinator in Landover, MD Pay: $23.32 - $34.18/hour Coordinate the timely movement of...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Logistics Coordinator/Dispatcher
  • Quality Services Moving
  • Lorton, VA
  • Job Description Job Description Quality Services Moving is a veteran-owned relocation company headquartered in Lorton, V...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dispatcher (Overnight)
  • PrideStaff
  • Ashburn, VA
  • Job Description Job Description Our client, a National Courier Company, is seeking a Dispatcher for their Ashburn, VA lo...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dispatch Coordinator
  • SERVPRO of Gaithersburg/Germantown
  • Frederick, MD
  • Job Description Job Description Benefits: 401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Training & development Vision insuran...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Logistics Analyst/Dispatcher
  • Republic Services
  • Fairfax, VA
  • Republic Services is a leader in Environmental Services, partnering with customers to create a more sustainable world. W...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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EMERGENCY RESPONSE DISPATCHER
  • Commander, Navy Installations (CNIC)
  • Washington, DC
  • Job Description Job Description Duties You will assign emergency units to respond based on the nature of the call. You w...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dispatcher ($75k + DOE)
  • Horizon America Staffing
  • Frederick, MD
  • Job Description Job Description Horizon America Staffing is a privately owned, certified minority business enterprise. W...
  • 3/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dispatcher - $18.50/hr.
  • MV Transportation
  • Hyattsville, MD
  • Overview: MV Transportation Operations Control Center is seeking Dispatchers to direct the day-to-day route operations a...
  • 6/29/2023 12:00:00 AM

Income Estimation for Dispatcher, Sr. jobs
$46,343 to $66,519