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Dispatcher - PM Shift
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What they do
A Dispatcher answers emergency calls and relays information from callers to the appropriate police, fire or ambulance staff. Speaks calmly with callers to get the information needed for emergency personnel. Keeps detailed records of calls and responses.
$53,202 / year median in California
+8% projected growth
Job Description
Job Summary Dispatcher Temp To Hire Great opportunity as a dispatcher who appreciates an alternative work schedule which works less days per week and more hours per day. Shift is 5:00 PM - 5:00AM with a rotating shift. 2 days on - 2 days off, 5 day on 5 days off. Working Mon & Tues every week, and Fri-Sun every other week. This 12 hour shift pays OT after 8 hrs/day! Compiles and transmits dispatching information and instructions between the central office, terminals, company terminals and trucks. Job Duties and Responsibilities Matching of drivers, products, and deliveries to best suit the needs of both the company and the customer. Change schedules, equipment and drivers to best accomplish an ever changing product demand schedule. Responsible for all deliveries on schedule for any given shift, making changes as needed when challenges arise. Exercise the authority to meet emergency situations involving substantial amounts of equipment, people, and resources. Record all information needed to enable drivers to make safe deliveries of products ordered through the automated dispatch system. Record information in the appropriate locations to ensure proper booking. Dispatch loads with constraints of D.O.T. regulations for drivers time. Promptly notify customers of any exceptions with a delivery in order to minimize future difficulties. Requirements Dispatch experience preferred Data entry skills Excellent math skills Organized and reliable, team player, positive Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook, Instant Messenger and basic office equipment. Knowledge of inventory software/programs Job Description Dispatcher Temp To Hire Great opportunity as a dispatcher who appreciates an alternative work schedule which works less days per week and more hours per day. Shift is 5:00 PM - 5:00AM with a rotating shift. 2 days on - 2 days off, 5 day on 5 days off. Working Mon & Tues every week, and Fri-Sun every other week. This 12 hour shift pays OT after 8 hrs/day! Compiles and transmits dispatching information and instructions between the central office, terminals, company terminals and trucks. Job Duties and Responsibilities Matching of drivers, products, and deliveries to best suit the needs of both the company and the customer. Change schedules, equipment and drivers to best accomplish an ever changing product demand schedule. Responsible for all deliveries on schedule for any given shift, making changes as needed when challenges arise. Exercise the authority to meet emergency situations involving substantial amounts of equipment, people, and resources. Record all information needed to enable drivers to make safe deliveries of products ordered through the automated dispatch system. Record information in the appropriate locations to ensure proper booking. Dispatch loads with constraints of D.O.T. regulations for drivers time. Promptly notify customers of any exceptions with a delivery in order to minimize future difficulties. Requirements Dispatch experience preferred Data entry skills Excellent math skills Organized and reliable, team player, positive Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook, Instant Messenger and basic office equipment. Knowledge of inventory software/programs