Dispatcher

MTM, Inc; Florida; On-site; USD 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Life Insurance Plans

Dental and Vision Plans

401(k) with a company match

Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay

Maternity/Paternity Leave

Casual Dress Environment

Tuition Reimbursement

MTM Perks Discount Program

Leadership Mentoring Opportunities

Job summary

MTM Transit in Sumter County, FL is seeking a Dispatch/Operations Associate to assist with phone information and dispatching of rides, organize trips, and guide drivers to destinations.

The role requires a high school diploma, 2+ years in transportation routing, and familiarity with scheduling systems; US work authorization is needed. Competitive hourly pay and benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• 2+ years in transportation routing, dispatching, and scheduling preferred.
• 1 year experience with transit scheduling system preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with all phone call information and dispatching of rides.
• Organize and route trips based on schedule and location to ensure optimal performance.
• Provide assistance to drivers for directions to destinations.
• Assist drivers and transportation providers with problems or issues relating to scheduling.
• Establish and maintain effective communication with transportation providers.
• Report and record all incidents to the applicable manager.
• Document and report provider no shows or on-time-performance issues.
• Inform transportation providers of their next-days trips and any new trips that occur.
• Monitor radio, telephones and on-road provision of service for quality.
• Record time of departure, destination, and expected time of return.
• Provide feedback on drivers’ performance.

Skills

Dispatching

Routing

Scheduling

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Scheduling Software

MS Office

Job description

Location

Sumter County, FL

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 10am - 6pm.

Pay Rate

$16.00 per hour

What you’ll do

• Assist with all phone call information and dispatching of rides
• Organize and route trips based on schedule and location to ensure optimal performance
• Provide assistance to drivers for directions to destinations
• Assist drivers and transportation providers with problems or issues relating to scheduling
• Establish and maintain effective communication with transportation providers
• Report and record all incidents to the applicable manager
• Document and report provider no shows or on-time-performance issues
• Inform transportation providers of their next-days trips and any new trips that occur
• Monitor radio, telephones and on-road provision of service for quality
• Record time of departure, destination, and expected time of return
• Provide feedback on drivers’ performance

What you’ll need

• High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
• 2+ years in transportation routing, dispatching, and scheduling expertise preferred
• 1 year experience working with the applicable transit scheduling system preferred
• Possess valid authorization to work in the United States
• Regular attendance is required

Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Good organizational skills with attention to timeliness and details
• Must be able to demonstrate effective use of scheduling software, two-way radio communication and data analysis skills
• Skills in the use of computers, including Microsoft Word, Excel and other Microsoft applications
• Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality
• Regular attendance is required
• Even better if you have... Knowledge of GPS and GIS systems preferred

Benefits

• Health and Life Insurance Plans
• Dental and Vision Plans
• 401(k) with a company match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Casual Dress Environment
• Tuition Reimbursement
• MTM Perks Discount Program
• Leadership Mentoring Opportunities

Salary

$16.00 /hr

Equal Opportunity Employer

MTM is an equal opportunity employer. MTM considers qualified candidates with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, State, and Federal law. If you are in need of accommodations, please contact MTM’s People & Culture.

About Us

#MTMTransit

As communities are challenged with increasing access while containing costs, MTM Transit strives to achieve these goals while focusing on what matters most: the passenger. Helping the disabled, elderly, and other transportation disadvantaged populations with their transit needs is the core of our operations. In 2009, MTM Health’s leadership team created MTM Transit to offer an unparalleled hands-on management approach for transportation needs. MTM Transit offers viable solutions that help public transit agencies connect the pieces of a community’s transportation options in an effort to increase fixed route utilization, reduce costs, and remove community barriers. We remain committed to providing quality transit services to individuals who, without reliable transportation, may be unable to take advantage of employment opportunities, get to the doctor, and access other community resources. Over the past 16 years, MTM Transit has grown responsibly by focusing on the passenger experience and providing unparalleled hands-on management.

Your Potential. Our Mission. At MTM Transit, you’re not just part of a team—you’re at the heart of a movement to remove community barriers nationwide. We’re all about breaking the mold with bold ideas, open conversations, and a relentless focus on what matters most: you. Here, collaboration sparks breakthroughs, learning fuels growth, and every voice shapes our future. Together, we thrive, push our limits, and work as team to help you reach your full potential.