Dispatcher jobs in Maine

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
  • Casella Waste Systems, Inc.
  • Hermon, ME FULL_TIME
  • Position Summary

    The Dispatcher communicates with drivers to assist with problem resolution while on route for residential, commercial, and roll-off services, coordinates the utilization of drivers, trucks, and containers to create capacity, maximize productivity and ensure prompt, courteous and efficient service for all customers.  

     

    Potential to earn $65K depending on experience! 

    Key Responsibilities

    • Dispatches drivers to calls as they are received, using information on customer needs, drivers’ locations and loads, and daily factors to balance cost and customer satisfaction.  
    • Ensures maximum productivity by achieving or exceeding Company-established goals by successfully routing vehicles.  
    • Assigns routes and service to appropriate drivers throughout the day and for the next day; manages and determines route actions and assuring route completion.  
    • Handles incoming calls and emails from customer service and sales department and manages requests for all pick-up or delivery on any container movement within the area.  
    • Initiates communication to customers while drivers are on-site/location, resolves pick-up and other issues delaying the service.  
    • Updates and informs Customer Care of any service delays in order to keep customers notified.  
    • Prepares, updates and dispenses daily route schedules. Gathers and maintains route sheet documentation for pick-ups (scheduled, missed, extra pick ups), route completions and driver locations. 
    • Reports driver performance issues or concerns to appropriate management for resolution.  
    • Participates in training and other learning opportunities to expand knowledge of the company, products, sales and services and performs any other duties needed to help drive our vision, fulfill our mission, and/or abide by our core values. 

    Education, Experience & Qualifications

    The successful candidate will have a high school diploma or GED, be legally eligible to work in the US, and have a demonstrated ability to work as part of a team in a collaborative environment. It is preferred that the candidate has some previous dispatch experience. 

     

    High attention to detail, excellent multi-tasking skills, excellent listening, communication and problem solving skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment and the ability to prioritize are required. 

    Attributes

    Confident, team-oriented individual who is attentive to detail, and results-oriented with the ability to see the larger picture while focusing on providing excellent customer service.  

    Benefits

    Medical, Dental, Vision, Life & Disability Insurance, Maternity & Parental Leave, Flexible Spending Accounts, Discounted Stock Program, 401K, Employee Awards, Employee Assistance Plan, Wellness Incentive, Tuition Assistance, Career Pathways, and More.

  • 19 Days Ago

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Dispatcher
  • Veolia Environnement SA
  • Hollogne, ME OTHER
  • Description de l'entrepriseVEOLIA, expert en traitement des déchets et Sources ALMA, leader en volume des eaux embouteillées en Belgique et en France concrétisent leur engagement pour le recyclage ave...
  • 23 Days Ago

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DISPATCHER
  • Cove Communities
  • Casco, ME FULL_TIME
  • Point Sebago Resort - Casco Maine Primary Duties & Responsibilities To be an Ambassador for Cove Communities and Point Sebago at all times by choosing your attitude each day and committing to a cultur...
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Dispatcher
  • Dog House
  • Brunswick, ME FULL_TIME
  • Are you a positive, incredibly organized person that loves helping people? We may have your dream job! We are seeking a full-time dispatcher who is motivated, energetic and can accurately solve custom...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Dispatcher
  • Copart
  • Windham, ME FULL_TIME
  • The dispatcher is responsible for the timely and accurate dispatch of sub-haulers for vehicle pick-up and delivery while providing excellent service to customers. Outbound calls to pick-up locations. ...
  • 12 Days Ago

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Dispatcher
  • Waldo Community Action Partners
  • Belfast, ME FULL_TIME
  • Waldo Community Action Partners (WCAP) is seeking Dispatchers! Openings are available in Belfast. WCAP is a charitable, educational, 501(c)(3) private non-profit organization. It is designed to utiliz...
  • 17 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
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  • 3/21/2024 12:00:00 AM

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  • MV Transportation
  • Naples, FL
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  • 3/13/2024 12:00:00 AM

To the south and east is the Atlantic Ocean and to the north and northeast is New Brunswick, a province of Canada. The Canadian province of Quebec is to the northwest. Maine is both the northernmost state in New England and the largest, accounting for almost half of the region's entire land area. Maine is the only state in the continental US to border only one other American state (New Hampshire to the South and West). Maine is the easternmost state in the United States in both its extreme points and its geographic center. The town of Lubec is the easternmost organized settlement in the United...
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Income Estimation for Dispatcher jobs
$40,248 to $54,784

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