External Dispatcher (National Express)

External Dispatcher (National Express) Location Bakersfield, CA :

WeDriveU is posting this position on behalf of National Express Transit Corp.

National Express LLC is the North America subsidiary of Mobico Group, PLC, a global mobility leader operating on four continents. National Express Transit is a rapidly growing provider of fixed route, paratransit and demand responsive solutions for transit authorities, municipalities and other clients across the United States. National Express Transit operations transport more than 22 million passengers annually with more than 2,800 vehicles. All of our divisions share a strong commitment to provide the highest level of transportation safety, quality transportation, outstanding customer service and positive employee relations.

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The Dispatcher will report to the Operations Manager and is responsible for problem-solving and can provide high-end customer service experience through our nationwide operations. Transportation experience is not mandatory but the desire to be successful is! As a Dispatcher you will be answering a high volume of incoming calls, communicating with drivers, responding to email inquiries as well as problem solving throughout the day.

Responsibilities:

• Directs and monitors daily assignments; schedules drivers and assigns vehicles to ensure daily coverage of all routes.
• Ensures direct and indirect daily activities of drivers are assigned and accomplished on-time.
• Communicates all relevant details of driving assignments to drivers to ensure proper execution.
• Assist drivers with routing directions and directs them to perform special services when required.
• Recommends appropriate disciplinary action, up to and including suspensions and/or discharge, for staff violations of company policies.
• Responds to emergency calls, facilitates emergency response network, coordinates mechanical service repair, and assigns replacement buses and drivers when there is a problem on a route.
• Notifies stakeholders and location personnel of all changes in route assignments, emergency situations, accidents, breakdowns or any other event that will disrupt service.
• Maintains route documentation and records (relevant contract requirements, customer information, route changes, relevant maps, vehicle details, bus assignments, driver details) for the purpose of providing accurate and reliable information to customers and complies with district and state requirements.
• Coordinates vehicle service and mechanical repairs with Maintenance Supervisor to assure uninterrupted service delivery.
• Maintains high compliance to dispatch standard operating procedures.
• Handles customer concerns and requests for information in an expeditious and professional manner.
• Escalates unresolved issues to management as appropriate.

Skills Required and Physical Demands:

• Organize and prioritize time to balance conflicting demands related to customer care and dispatching.
• Communicate effectively with colleagues and customers in a fast-paced and/or stressful environment (interpersonal & telephone skills).
• Read and interpret documents and instructions from customers and other team members
• Perform work activities requiring cooperation and instruction
• Function in a fast-paced environment, under substantial pressure
• Work within the appropriate level of independence
• Problem solves
• Operate two-way and emergency radio systems
• Use office machines (fax, scanner, copier, zip drive, telephone system)
• Efficiency in using Microsoft Office Program and computerized routing software.
• Work independently
• Read road and street maps
• Keep organized and accurate records relating to overall dispatch and routing responsibilities

Benefits: We offer medical, dental, vision, basic life insurance coverage, holiday pay, and PTO accrual. Additionally, employees are able to enroll in a retirement savings plan.

Education and Qualifications:

Hard requirements:

• High school diploma or GED

Preferred requirements:

• 2 years of experience in a dispatch, call center, customer service, hospitality, or similar field.
• Bachelor's degree

EEOC

National Express is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

National Express Transit

The company is part of National Express North America, a business unit of National Express Group, a global mobility leader serving nearly 800 million bus and rail passenger journeys on four continents. With more than 4,000 employees across 37 regional customer service centers operating a fleet of 2,600 vehicles, including alternative fuel and zero emission, National Express Shuttle and Transit is uniquely positioned with unparalleled expertise, scalability and global best practices to address strong demand from public and private sector customers and evolve their mobility programs into the future. Explore our solutions and career opportunities at and