Dispatcher jobs in California

Dispatcher coordinates drivers and vehicles to convey freight or passengers to assigned destinations in a timely and efficient manner. Maintains contact with drivers to communicate updates, delays, or special instructions and relay delivery status to customers. Being a Dispatcher records driver assignments, delivery time, and other transportation data in a computer database to track metrics. Ensures drivers are compliant with all DOT, state, local, and company regulations. Additionally, Dispatcher requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Dispatcher works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Dispatcher typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Dispatcher
  • First Student
  • Fresno, CA FULL_TIME
  • Now Hiring a Dispatcher

    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.

    At First Student, we are proud to offer:

    • $23.85/HR Starting Wage
    • Tremendous Career Advancement Opportunities due to a strong presence across North America
    • Positive and rewarding work environment

    Dispatcher 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

    Dispatcher Experience and 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.

    First Student’s commitment to putting our customers first, dedication to safety, and an ambition to deliver dependable transportation makes for a working environment you’ll love. As a huge company with 120,000 staff and over 2.5 billion customers worldwide, you’ll also enjoy security, a brilliant future, and excellent training.

    Apply today to join our team!

    We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce therefore all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. For candidates applying to positions in San Francisco or Los Angeles California, First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance or Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance. First is an equal opportunity employer and by doing so we will sustain and promote an inclusive culture that supports future growth for all.

  • 18 Days Ago

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Dispatcher
  • First Student
  • Van Nuys, CA FULL_TIME
  • Now Hiring a Dispatcher 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,...
  • 18 Days Ago

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Dispatcher
  • PipeDreams
  • Paso Robles, CA FULL_TIME
  • DispatcherDepartment: OfficeEmployment Type: Full TimeLocation: Paso Robles Heating & Air - Paso Robles, CACompensation: $22.00 - $28.00 / hourDescriptionAs a Dispatch Coordinator, you’ll play a key r...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Dispatcher
  • US1158 FreshPoint Central California, Inc.
  • California, CA FULL_TIME
  • Company: US1158 FreshPoint Central California, Inc. Sales Territory: Zip Code: 95382 Travel Percentage: Compensation Range: $13.13 - $19.66 The compensation range provided is in compliance with state ...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Dispatcher
  • White Cap
  • San Diego, CA FULL_TIME
  • A position at White Cap isn’t your ordinary job. You’ll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities. The White Cap family is commit...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Dispatcher
  • AMR
  • Compton, CA FULL_TIME
  • More Information about this Job Job Title: DispatcherReports To: Communications SupervisorDepartment: CommunicationsFLSA Status: Non-Exempt POSITION SUMMARY:The Dispatcher I functions primarily as a c...
  • 19 Days Ago

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Dispatcher
  • Manpower
  • Stockton, CA
  • Dispatcher Admin (Night Shift) Stockton, CA $21 an hour Responsible for the daily/weekly maintaining of pallet tracking ...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Transportation Dispatcher
  • EMR USA Metal Recycling
  • Dallas, TX
  • Transportation Dispatcher Dallas, TX, USA Req #879 Wednesday, March 27, 2024 About Us: EMR is one of the world’s leading...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dispatcher
  • CoachUSA
  • Hanover, MD
  • Dispatcher/Operations Full-Time Location: Hanover, MD Compensation: $16.00-$18.00 hourly Apply now! Looking for a new an...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dispatcher - Security Dispatch - Evenings / Weekends
  • Sanford Health
  • Fargo, ND
  • Create Your Career With Us! Sanford Health is one of the largest and fastest-growing not-for-profit health systems in th...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Transportation Dispatcher
  • City of Clarksville, TN
  • Clarksville, TN
  • Salary: $20.10 Hourly Location : TRANSIT - 430 Boillin Lane Clarksville Job Type: Part-time Job Number: 001424 Departmen...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Transportation Dispatcher
  • Floor & Decor
  • Bloomingdale, GA
  • ** Transportation Dispatcher** * Bloomingdale, Georgia, 31312 PURPOSE This position is responsible for the effective dai...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dispatcher
  • MV Transportation
  • South Dennis, MA
  • Overview: If you reside in California, please see our California Applicant Privacy Policy for more information about our...
  • 3/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Dispatcher
  • MV Transportation
  • Naples, FL
  • Overview: If you reside in California, please see our California Applicant Privacy Policy for more information about our...
  • 3/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

California is a state in the Pacific Region of the United States. With 39.6 million residents, California is the most populous U.S. state and the third-largest by area. The state capital is Sacramento. The Greater Los Angeles Area and the San Francisco Bay Area are the nation's second and fifth most populous urban regions, with 18.7 million and 9.7 million residents respectively. Los Angeles is California's most populous city, and the country's second most populous, after New York City. California also has the nation's most populous county, Los Angeles County, and its largest county by area, S...
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Income Estimation for Dispatcher jobs
$46,051 to $62,683

Dispatcher in Riverside, CA
To become a police dispatcher, start by earning a high school diploma or a GED certificate since most police departments require this for dispatcher positions.
January 12, 2020
Dispatcher in Mobile, AL
Joint Aviation Authorities (JAR) OPS 1 did mandate the use of an operational control system with flight dispatchers/joint responsibility/flight watch.
November 03, 2019
Dispatcher in Sioux City, IA
California POST does not have a waiver process for dispatchers.
November 16, 2019