Manager Service Planning and Dispatch Operations

We are a leading home services provider, and we are seeking a responsible, reliable and highly skilled Service and Dispatch expert to supervise, lead and motivate a top-notch service team. This position will be responsible for scheduling and planning work for an entire region that encompasses multiple districts. Job Responsibilities
As the Regional Service Planning and Dispatch Manager, you will directly manage Service and Dispatch staff members. This includes but is not limited to include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
Your specific duties in this role will include: Stay abreast of industry technological developments and convey this knowledge to team members
Coordinate team member activities to ensure individual and team goals are consistently achieved; ensure team members are working up to the highest standards in all aspects of their positions; conduct regular meetings with team members to review company policy and procedures, performance, quality and safety statistics
Interface effectively with other departments
Monitor, through various reports, the skills and work performance of each assigned Service Technician
Enforce procedures concerning use and recording of results of testing equipment and/or appropriate manufacturer and Company instructions; enforce use of personal protective equipment (PPE); monitor safety performance of employees and take corrective action as appropriate
Ensure employees provide superior customer service; conducts ride-a-longs with Service Technicians; conduct post-service call audits on a routine basis; review third party surveys with technicians
Provide customer service support, as necessary; respond to customer inquiries and problems in a timely manner; resolve excessive consumption problems
Attend Zone/District safety meetings, promote a safe work environment
Promote and support the Company brand Job Requirements
As a Manager, you must be knowledgeable and professional. You must possess the ability to function equally well in both a team environment and as a leader. You must also be highly detail-oriented and focused with a flexible and adaptable nature. It is also important that you display excellent verbal and written communication, interpersonal, and active listening skills as well as the ability to interact effectively with both customers and coworkers.
Specific qualifications for the role include: Minimum of five (5) years management experience and/or assignments that demonstrate leadership ability.
Four (4) year college degree preferred.
Must possess strong technical skills as well as proven customer service skills.
Must have a valid driver's license and meet the company's motor vehicle policy.
Ability & willingness to work a flexible schedule as necessary to meet customer requirements.
Must be able to effectively manage in a unionized workforce.
Understanding and executing of operational concepts including planning, scheduling, and logistics.
Strong analytical and forecasting skills
Knowledge of how to prepare and manage a budget in order to facilitate operational success.
Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communications skills.
Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Word and Excel. Benefits
Your hard work and professional dedication will be rewarded with a competitive compensation and benefits package, including: Medical coverage
Dental coverage
401(k)
Plus more! Salary range for this position is $105,000.00 - $110,000.00 per year. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and are committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace