Dispatcher jobs in Texas
Dispatcher coordinates drivers and vehicles to convey freight or passengers to assigned destinations in a timely and efficient manner. Maintains contact with drivers to communicate updates, delays, or special instructions and relay delivery status to customers. Being a Dispatcher records driver assignments, delivery time, and other transportation data in a computer database to track metrics. Ensures drivers are compliant with all DOT, state, local, and company regulations. Additionally, Dispatcher requires a high school diploma or equivalent. Typically reports to a supervisor. The Dispatcher works under moderate supervision. Gaining or has attained full proficiency in a specific area of discipline. To be a Dispatcher typically requires 1-3 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Recently Added Dispatcher jobs
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- Maruti Transportation Group
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San Antonio, TX
FULL_TIME
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Experience/Skills:Map reading abilities, excellent communication skills, and stable job history required. Should possess basic computer skills in order to operate a comprehensive computerized scheduling program with reporting components. Must be able to coordinate and provide instructions to others. Must possess an understanding of and sensitivity to the special service needs of persons with disabilities, elderly persons, and people who are economically disadvantaged. Must be able to supervise and work with effectively with peers.Summary of Essential Job Duties:
- Operate a two-way radio system and monitor Automated Vehicle Locator system.
- Receive and respond to telephonic inquiries for information from the general public
- Communicate regularly with road supervisors on transportation activities and promptly report any unusual occurrences or major policy deviations.
- Know the procedures and act as coordinator when weather or vehicle emergencies occur; and when drivers experience vehicle problems while driving.
- Cooperate with representatives of police, fire, and other city and county departments in response to special road and/or emergency conditions that might affect normal operation of bus service.
- Maintain a log of any problems related to pickups, routing, road-calls, agency emergencies, accidents, complaints, etc. and their outcome.
- Maintain the dispatch log.
- Record customer complaints that are provided by telephone and report them to the operations manager.
- Schedules drivers in accordance with daily trip volumes
- Reconcile daily driver manifests and enter appropriate data into the MT reporting system.
- Follow all safety procedures and requirements. Advise Operations Manager of any safety related issues.
- Perform other special projects or operations related duties as assigned.
- 2 Days Ago
Dispatcher
- Comal Independent School District
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New, TX
FULL_TIME
- Primary PurposeCoordinates the daily operations (driver, routing, and vehicle activities) necessary to assure safe, on-time service. Must be able to work a flexible schedule. Maintains the highest lev...
- 2 Days Ago
DISPATCHER
- General Parts Distribution LLC (760)
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Houston, TX
FULL_TIME
- Job Description Primary Responsibilities · Build and maintain strategic customer relationships · Achieve productivity and service objectives · Dispatch drivers ensuring delivery standards are achieved...
- 2 Days Ago
Dispatcher
- Point Dedicated Services
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Laredo, TX
FULL_TIME
- Trucking company in Laredo, TX is looking to add experienced Dispatchers to our team!! Seeking a team player who wants to move up in an organization! The ideal candidates will be self- motivated leade...
- 2 Days Ago
Dispatcher
- Nextech
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Denton, TX
FULL_TIME
- Overview Overview: We are proud to be America’s Largest Independent Self-Performing HVAC/R Service Provider. Over the past 30 years, our continued focus on Quality, Value, and Integrity has enabled us...
- 3 Days Ago
Dispatcher
- IMC Companies LLC
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Houston, TX
FULL_TIME
- Must have Import/Export container experiencePosition Overview: Plans the daily/weekly work schedule of drivers to maximize freight coverage in a timely and cost-efficient manner. Communicate and distr...
- 3 Days Ago
Dispatcher jobs at Popular Companies
Dispatcher
- Johnson Controls International
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Hamilton, Waikato
- Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, ou...
- 6/12/2024 12:00:00 AM
TRANSPORTATION DISPATCHER
- Puyallup School District
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Puyallup, WA
- Position Type:TransportationDate Posted:5/29/2024Location:TransportationDate Available:UPON HIREClosing Date:OPEN UNTIL ...
- 6/11/2024 12:00:00 AM
Transportation Dispatcher
- The Judge Group
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Zebulon, NC
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- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Transportation Dispatcher
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Orange City, FL
- T.G. Lee Dairy has an immediate job opening for a well-rounded dispatcher for our Orange City and Orlando Transporation ...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Transportation Dispatcher
- Marley Transportation
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Laurel, MD
- Job Description Job Description Dispatchers are responsible for coordinating travel operations while providing superior ...
- 6/10/2024 12:00:00 AM
Transportation Dispatcher
- Accurate Transport
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Sutton, MA
- Job Description Job Description Job description Efficiently schedule and dispatch vehicles; address dispatch-related dev...
- 6/7/2024 12:00:00 AM
Dispatcher
- MV Transportation
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Port Saint Lucie, FL
- Overview: If you reside in California, please see our California Applicant Privacy Policy for more information about our...
- 3/13/2024 12:00:00 AM
Dispatcher
- MV Transportation
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Oxnard, CA
- Overview: If you reside in California, please see our California Applicant Privacy Policy for more information about our...
- 2/15/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Texas
Texas (/ˈtɛksəs/, locally /ˈtɛksɪz/; Spanish: Texas or Tejas Spanish pronunciation: [ˈtexas] (listen)) is the second largest state in the United States by both area and population. Geographically located in the South Central region of the country, Texas shares borders with the U.S. states of Louisiana to the east, Arkansas to the northeast, Oklahoma to the north, New Mexico to the west, and the Mexican states of Chihuahua, Coahuila, Nuevo León, and Tamaulipas to the southwest, while the Gulf of Mexico is to the southeast.
Houston is the most populous city in Texas and the fourth largest in the...
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Income Estimation for Dispatcher jobs
$41,203 to $56,086
Most Popular Cities in Texas for Dispatcher Jobs
What does a Dispatcher do?
Dispatcher in Riverside, CA
To become a police dispatcher, start by earning a high school diploma or a GED certificate since most police departments require this for dispatcher positions.
January 12, 2020
Dispatcher in Mobile, AL
Joint Aviation Authorities (JAR) OPS 1 did mandate the use of an operational control system with flight dispatchers/joint responsibility/flight watch.
November 03, 2019
Dispatcher in Sioux City, IA
California POST does not have a waiver process for dispatchers.
November 16, 2019