Lead Dispatcher

Transdev North America, Inc.; Concord (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation up to 35 days/year

Sick leave 40 hours/year

Medical, dental & vision

401k retirement benefits

Company holidays

Job summary

Transdev North America, Inc. at County Connection (CCTA) in Concord is seeking a Lead Dispatcher to oversee the Dispatch team, ensure routes are filled, and provide Operators with timely instructions and safety-oriented support.

The role emphasizes customer service, strong communication, and weekend/evening supervision, with a union payscale ranging from $24.13 to $30.55 per hour and a starting wage of $24.13, progressing over three years.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of transit supervisory experience preferred.
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills.
• Must be able to work shifts or flexible schedules as needed.
• Subject to DOT drug testing and physical if applicable. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason.

Responsibilities

• Oversee road service and trip performance measures, i.e. route start time, on-time performance, incidents.
• Respond to customer questions and concerns about no shows, cancellations, and missed trips.
• Manage vehicle operator emergency situations & escalated calls.
• Supervise staff on weekends and evenings.
• Manage department reports and other communication tools.
• Support the Dispatch Supervisor in training new employees.
• Other duties as required.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Transdev at County Connection (CCTA) - Concord is hiring a Lead Dispatcher.

Our Lead Dispatcher ensures the Dispatch team fills all the routes and provides Operators with timely instructions and responses. We are seeking customer service-oriented professionals who are dedicated to safety.

CBA Position

Position Subject to Collective Bargaining Agreement:

• $24.13 - $30.55 (Union Collective Bargaining Agreement Payscale)
• Starting pay $24.13 with progression to $30.55 over 3 years.

Benefits Include

• Vacation : up to 35days per year- based on years of service and hours worked
• Paid Sick Leave: 40 hours per year; medical, dental & vision after 90 calendar days of employment for full-time employees, life insurance, 401k retirement benefits, and company holidays.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee road service and trip performance measures, i.e. route start time, on-time performance, incidents
• Respond to customer questions and concerns about no shows, cancellations, and missed trips.
• Manage vehicle operator emergency situations & escalated calls.
• Supervise staff on weekends and evenings.
• Manage department reports and other communication tools.
• Support the Dispatch Supervisor in training new employees.
• Other duties as required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Minimum of 2-3 years of transit supervisory experience preferred.
• Excellent communication & interpersonal skills.
• Mustbeabletoworkshiftsorflexibleworkschedulesasneeded.
• SubjecttoaDOTdrugtestingandphysicalifapplicable.DOTRegulation49CFRPart40doesnot authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact [e-mail]

Drug-free Workplace

Transdev maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants must:

• BeeligibletoworkintheUnitedStateswithoutrequiringsponsorshipnoworinthefuture(ifbasedinthe U.S.)
• Successfullypassapre-employmentdrugscreen.

About Transdev

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev - the mobility company - empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at http://www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status.

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If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.