Dispatcher $17.00 p/h to start

Dispatcher $17.00 p/h to start

Personnel Plus, Inc., is NOW HIRING a Transit Dispatcher in Meridian, ID

• $17.00 p/h to start
• Full-time, temp-to-hire
• Meridian, Idaho work location
• 6 am – 3 pm or 10 am – 7 pm * Shifts swap every two months

Duties:

• Schedules and dispatches vehicles for service
• Provides customer support by responding to questions and concerns regarding customer trips including no-shows, cancellations, and missed trips
• Manages emergency situations for vehicle operators
• Manages daily service by reviewing route performance and proactively responding to
• situations that impact customer service
• Takes client calls and communicates issues with drivers and leadership as appropriate
• Monitors radio, telephones, and on-road provision of service for quality
• Monitors and completes driver sign-in and sign-out daily
• May assign trips to drivers to ensure adequate disbursement of trips between all assigned routes
• Monitors daily system performance
• Participates in analysis and review of operating performance
• Notes closed and/or late starting of routes and communicates same to Customer Service Manager
• Documents comments, complaints, and suggestions for route improvement
• Enters data into software systems for compliance and informational reporting
• Answers routine questions and responds to complaints; conveys information regarding routes and schedules
• Prepares daily work assignments and direction in the completion of assignments
• Directs driver’s activities via dispatch platform or radio-mobile smart device, (i.e. route, schedule changes, passenger pick-up or drop-off, breakdowns, emergencies, etc.)
• Dispatches appropriate personnel to vehicle accident scenes or location of vehicle mechanical difficulties
• Assists with driving non-CDL vehicles when needed for coverage
• Represents the agency to the public in a professional manner
• Generates and maintains comprehensive reports per federal and state requirements
• Participates in mandatory team meetings and provides dispatch-related updates and reports when necessary
• Handles vault drops and tracks inventory assigned to drivers
• Manages assigned equipment (radios, handheld validators, fuel cards, etc.)
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements:

• A valid Idaho Drivers’ License
• Be drug-free and able to pass a background check
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Proficient in the operation of a two-way radio control system
• Knowledge of Ada and Canyon County landmarks and roads
• Ability to read a map via printed or electronic media
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to make scheduling and route decisions quickly and accurately
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to follow through
• Positive attitude and teamwork ability especially in stressful or urgent situations
• Basic computer skills including Microsoft Office
• Ability to type 35 words per minute and basic math skills
• Ability to speak, write, and understand English
• Must be willing and able to work all service hours (6 am – 7 pm)
• Specific shifts and work hours may vary
• Must be able to drive non-CDL transit vehicles
• Frequently involves sitting, using hands to handle or feel, reaching with hands and arms, talking and hearing
• Must be able to sit in front of a computer for long periods of time
• Involves light physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities of primarily administrative nature
• Attend mandatory meetings on Saturday as needed
• Two (2) years of dispatcher experience in a transit-related field is strongly preferred

Why work for Personnel Plus, Inc.

• As the area's largest Staffing Service, we value adding you as a member of our great team
• Your application will be considered for many urgent openings
• Apply Today - work today
• Flex pay - choose Direct Deposit, pay card, or paper check
• Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance
• Referral Hiring Incentives
• We never charge a fee

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