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$20.00

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Position range in St. Joseph, MO-KS Metropolitan Statistical Area $21.21 - $30.58 Per hour Dispatcher

First Student, Inc.

Occupation:

Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance

Location:

Saint Joseph, MO - 64505

Job Type:

Full Time (30 Hours or More)

Posted:

09/04/2026

Positions available: 1

Source:

First Student, Inc. | ZipRecruiter

Web Site:

firststudentinc.com

Job #: JR16526

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Transportation Dispatcher Pay Rate:

$20.00/hour 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. Why Join First Student?

• Competitive Pay!
  
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  
• 401(k) with company contribution
  
• Paid time off and paid holidays
  
• Company-paid life insurance
  
• Stable employment with a well-established organization
  
• Opportunities for growth and internal advancement
  
• Employee discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, electronics, and more through PerkSpot Major 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 Minimum Experience or Skills Required
• 3-5 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
  
• 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.

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