School Bus Dispatcher
ABC Transit Inc. is seeking an experienced Dispatcher. The successful applicant will complete all tasks in the job description below. Competitive salary based on experience, plus benefits. Send resume and any other supportive documentation for consideration.
ABC TRANSIT INC. DISPATCHER JOB DESCRIPTION
An ABC Transit Inc. Dispatcher is a salary, exempt employee who, under the supervision of the Terminal Manager, is responsible for processing requests for student transportation needs. This position communicates with drivers, school district personnel and parents for daily routes, trips and extra-curricular activities of students for our clients. This position is accountable for clear, timely communication, scheduling of drivers to routes, dispatching drivers for all transportation needs, and coordination of routes for all school district events.
SPECIFIC DUTIES:
- Understand company and school district technology to input transportation requests and schedule the vehicles
- Report problems with vehicles to appropriate mechanic
- Assign bus drivers to driving assignments and track bus driver and maintenance mechanic attendance records
- Field bus driver calls for information/assistance while driving routes and trips during the workday
- Maintain and file records and assist in completing state reports for school district clients
- Share bus route information to parents, students, and staff upon request
- Oversee the instruction of drivers in operating procedures or schedule changes
- Schedule vehicles, input miles and hours for all home-to-school and extra-curricular field trips, vehicle trips, maintain schedules for drivers, contact and schedule sub drivers
- Perform other related duties as assigned by Terminal Manager or other top company leadership
QUALIFICATIONS:
- PA Commercial Drivers License with Passenger and School Bus Endorsements
- Current report of Driver Physical Examination
- 2 or more years experience in school bus operations
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS:
- Ability to plan
- Effective communication skills
- Ability to organize and motivate drivers
- Ability to thrive in a constantly changing chaotic environment and consistently meet tight timelines
- Must be proficient with computer and appropriate software
- Knowledge of Federal and State regulations.
- Conduct oneself professionally and in a manner to reflect positively on ABC Transit Inc.
- Must be highly motivated and demonstrate capable leadership skills.
Job Type: Full-time
Job Duties:
- Maintain contact with drivers throughout their shifts and address any routing issues they might have
- Monitor road conditions, construction zones, and accidents in order to revise routes as needed
Pay Frequency:
- Bi weekly or Twice monthly
Work Remotely
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Dispatch: 2 years (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- CDL Class B with Pennsylvania S and P endorsement (Preferred)
Work Location: In person