Motor Vehicle Dispatcher

Akima; Falls Church (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Competitive pay

Growth opportunities

Excellent retirement options

Job summary

A federal systems support contractor is seeking a Motor Vehicle Dispatcher in Falls Church, Virginia. The role involves scheduling and dispatching vehicles, monitoring systems for security, and maintaining records. Qualified candidates must have a high school diploma or GED, at least 2 years of dispatch experience, and strong organizational and communication skills. This position requires a valid driver's license and a Secret clearance.join our team committed to innovation and a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years as a dispatcher.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Knowledge of dispatch codes and phonetic alphabet.
• Ability to work in stressful conditions.
• Secret or higher clearance is required.

Responsibilities

• Schedule and dispatch various vehicles for operations.
• Monitor alarm systems for security.
• Maintain logs of mileage and fuel usage.
• Assist vehicle operators during breakdowns.
• Issue keys and record time of departure.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

High school diploma or GED equivalent

Job description

ASE Seeks a Motor Vehicle Dispatcher to support the PFPA LSS program. The Motor Vehicle Dispatcher serves as a liaison between the Motor Vehicle Operators and PFPA FALD Fleet Management office(s) to monitor incidents related to PFPA motor vehicle operations, e.g., accidents, breakdowns, etc.; informs appropriate supervisory staff of known or possible issues and provides follow‑up communications. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!

Responsibilities

• A motor vehicle dispatcher is responsible for scheduling and dispatching various vehicles such as passenger, cargo, and bus.
• They monitor alarm systems to detect illegal entry and ensure the serviceability of communication equipment.
• They calculate penalty fees and maintain complete vehicle logs using fleet management information systems.
• Motor vehicle dispatchers also maintain records of mileage, fuel usage, and costs.
• They process documents, enter police‑related data, and manage operator vehicle inspections.
• Additionally, they assist vehicle operators during breakdowns and resolve customer complaints.
• They type commands on computer keyboards to update files and maintain logs.
• The assignment of vehicles is determined by factors such as length and purpose of trip, freight or passenger requirements, and preference of user.
• Additional responsibilities include the issuance of keys, record sheets, and driver credentials.
• The Dispatcher records time of departure, destination, cargo, expected time of return and investigates overdue vehicles.
• The Dispatcher may confer with customers to expedite or locate missing, misrouted, delayed or damaged merchandise, maintain record of mileage, fuel used, repairs made, and other expenses.
• The Dispatcher may establish service or delivery routes, supervise loading and unloading, issue equipment to drivers (such as hand trucks, dollies, and blankets), direct activities of drivers, assign helpers to drivers, work at vehicle distribution centers, and assign vehicles to customer agencies.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience as a dispatcher.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.
• Knowledge of dispatch codes and phonetic alphabet.
• Able to work for extended hours under stressful conditions.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Outstanding communication skills.
• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Secret or higher clearance is required.

Job ID: 2026-22254

Work Type: On‑Site

Company Description: Akima Systems Engineering (ASE), an Akima company, is not just another federal systems support contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska. At ASE, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States. For our shareholders, ASE provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years. For our government customers, ASE delivers solutions in maritime IT, systems engineering, and integration across the Department of Defense and stands ready to help improve operational performance at a reasonable and sustainable cost. As an ASE employee, you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.

Job ID: 22254-en-us