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 for our location in Wright City. **At First Student, we are proud to offer:** * $19-20/hr starting hourly rate * Monday through Friday full-time day shift schedule * 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 Students 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,