Dispatcher I

National-Grid; Northboro (IA); On-site; USD 49,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

National Grid is seeking a Dispatcher to develop and optimize workload schedules, ensuring timely work completion and compliance with performance measures. You will evaluate order disbursement for same-day and emergency orders and adjust schedules to improve outcomes.

You will manage field resources, monitor daily metrics, and coordinate with customers as needed. A high school diploma and at least 3 years in dispatching or related roles are required.

Qualifications

• Requires High School Diploma and at least 3 years experience in a dispatching environment, electric or gas operations, customer service or equivalent.
• Strong leadership, organizational, collaboration and planning skills.
• Working knowledge of dispatching tools and software including Microsoft Word and Excel.

Responsibilities

• Dispatch priority (emergency) and non-priority work to field resources and ensure timely response.
• Manage field resources and workload to maximize efficiency and minimize field costs.
• Monitor daily performance against key metrics and take action to meet targets.
• Set up, schedule, and dispatch non-emergency work to ensure timely completion of work orders.
• Train Dispatcher Assistant as needed and liaise with customers when required.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Planning

Communication

Problem solving

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Dispatching software

Job description

The role of the Dispatcher is to develop, review and ensure compliance with workload schedules that ensure optimal productivity, timely completion of work and compliance with service performance and quality measures. Evaluate order disbursement for same day and emergency orders and make changes to enhance performance. Evaluate end of day uncompleted work and make necessary changes in schedules. Has wide view of resource capability versus workload to assist in meeting customer commitments. Take proactive approach to workload management.

Key Accountabilities

• All duties of Dispatcher and Dispatch Assistant
• Dispatching of priority (emergency) and non-priority (non-emergency) work to field resources and ensure timely response by field crews.
• Effective management of field resources and workload to maximize efficiency of field resources, minimize field costs and ensure timely execution of work orders within appropriate time frames
• Monitor daily performance against key metrics (i.e. emergency response, appointment kept etc.) and to take action (re-assign work, notify supervision, etc.) to ensure that key metrics are met
• Work set-up, scheduling, and dispatching of non-emergency work to maximize efficiency of field resources and ensure timely execution of work orders within appropriate time frames
• Training of Dispatcher Assistant as needed
• Contact customers as needed to ensure efficient management of work
• This position is not considered a starting job for the purposes of forced reduction
• Must successfully pass an aptitude test for entrance

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and a minimum of 3 years experience in a dispatching environment, electric or gas operations, customer service or equivalent knowledge/experience.
• Must have strong leadership, organizational, collaboration and planning skills.
• Must have a working knowledge of dispatching tools i.e. customer systems, scheduling or workforce management software and other ancillary software for operational use.
• Must have good working knowledge of current software packages. Microsoft Word and Excel are mandatory. Other database and presentation software is a plus.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and possess ability to work both as a team and as a creative problem solver.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly analyze situations, multi-task and make prompt decisions.
• Ability to effectively interface and communicate with people at all levels and across organizational boundaries.
• Must successfully complete pre-entry assessment test.

Hourly Pay Rate - $43.45

Location - Northboro

National Grid will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. You must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

Please be advised that due to the nature of this position, incumbents are subject to federal Drug & Alcohol safety regulations governing US Department of Transportation ("DOT") covered positions, including the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and Pipeline Hazardous Material Safety Administration (PHMSA). As such, the Company’s testing programs and policies regarding the use of federally prohibited drugs or alcohol, for recreational or medical purposes, will remain in effect for these safety-sensitive, DOT covered positions.

Many of the terms and conditions of employment for this position are defined by a collective bargaining agreement that the Company has with a local union. Newly hired employees are bound by the terms of the collective bargaining agreement as well as other agreements between the Company and the local union.

National Grid utilizes an assessment that evaluates the job qualifications/characteristics using AI or statistically based scoring. For more information, please view NYC Local Law 144 .

National Grid is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment regardless of protected class. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. National Grid maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Our employment practices are designed to ensure that all individuals are treated fairly and with respect throughout the hiring process and during employment. National Grid complies with all applicable federal, state, and local anti-discrimination laws. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination and harassment, and we encourage a culture of respect for all.

Safety, Health, Environment and Resilience

On the ground, keeping energy flowing

National Grid operates in both the UK and US, with a broad portfolio of energy businesses dedicated to providing safe, reliable, and sustainable power.

From electricity and gas transmission to advancing clean energy and modernising grids, our work covers every aspect of the energy system.

Our energy flows through absolutely everything we do

Life here at National Grid is more than just our purpose or our values, it’s everything we put into everything we do. It’s our commitment to diversity and inclusion; how we help our employees learn and grow; and how we partner with and support the communities where we live and work. It’s all this, and so much more.

We leverage our collective strengths to do meaningful BIG work so that we can be at the heart of a fair and affordable energy future.

Your salary is reviewed each year against the market for your role, skills, knowledge and experience.

Incentive

Annual performance plan or bonus (depending on your role) rewards your contribution to our success each year.

Retirement

Generous pension plan with company contributions up to 12%.

Private medical insurance for self and family.