Dispatcher

ALVAND TRANSPORTATION CORP

Dispatcher

Sun Valley, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    Flexible schedule

    401(k)

    Competitive salary

    Health insurance

    Benefits/Perks Competitive Compensation

    Paid Time Off (PTO) Health Insurance

    Job Summary

    We are seeking a professional and skilled Dispatcher to join our team. In this role, you will schedule and dispatch drivers to the appropriate locations and times while keeping constant communication with our clients, drivers and management. You will receive emergency and non-emergency calls and make quick decisions to ensure the proper action is taken. The ideal candidate is highly organized with the ability to multi-task and work well under pressure. (Class B Driver's license preferred, Bus Operator Trainees are encouraged to apply)

    Responsibilities

    Monitor and communicate routes, location, and driver status with management and clients using online Samsara GPS program.

    Answers phones, provides general information and determines specific service needs; uses computerized scheduling system and manual system to make transit schedules.

    Continuous communication with management regarding check-in drivers, discuss daily route assignments and answer questions.

    Communicate with clients and and vendors to ensure driver gaps, late pickups, late departures, and other incidents are relayed to all parties.

    Assists the Supervisor with preparation of work assignments for transportation drivers; makes adjustments, alerts drivers to any changes; researches addresses and verifies destination information.

    Assists with daily issues that may arise and provides resolution.

    Communicates with drivers using radio & phones to discuss and schedule customer service requests and traffic & scheduling problems.

    Performs administrative and clerical functions as needed

    Qualifications

    High school diploma/GED

    Previous experience as a Dispatcher or in a similar position

    Excellent typing and data entry skills

    Strong verbal and written communication skills

    Highly organized with the ability to multitask and prioritize projects

    Ability to work well under pressure