Dispatcher Jobs

A Dispatcher in the maintenance and installation industry plays a vital role in coordinating maintenance and installation tasks. They are responsible for receiving service requests, scheduling technicians for jobs, and ensuring that technicians are informed about their assignments. Additionally, they might also handle inventory management, monitor progress of tasks, and manage customer concerns. They interact with clients, installation and maintenance technicians, and other industry professionals on a regular basis, making strong communication and organizational skills a must.

Critical skills for a Dispatcher include problem-solving, multitasking, proficiency with dispatching software and tools, and customer service. Some certifications that can boost a dispatcher's credibility are the Certified Telecommunicator (CT) from National Academies of Emergency Dispatch (NAED) and the Emergency Medical Dispatcher (EMD) certification for those dealing with emergency maintenance situations. Prior experience in roles like Customer Service Representative, Administrative Assistant, or Maintenance Technician can provide valuable industry knowledge and skillset for a Dispatcher role.

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Title Service Coordinator About the Organization: Concern Housing is a non-profit agency committed to helping individuals and families to live in the community with dignity and enhanced...

Service Coordinator Power Systems Field Service

  • Londonderry, NH
  • 3 hours ago
  • Londonderry, NH
  • 3 hours ago

Overview Milton CAT is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Service Coordinator to support our Power Systems Field Service team, focusing on industrial engines and generators. In this pivotal...

Service Coordinator

  • Gainesville, FL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Gainesville, FL
  • 8 hours ago

Premier property management company has a full time contract to hire opening for a service coordinator to support their maintenance/facilities department. Position will answer inbound service...

Dispatcher/Admin Assistant

  • Libertyville, IL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Libertyville, IL
  • 8 hours ago

Position Summary : The Dispatcher/Admin Assistant plays a vital role in ensuring smooth operations and excellent customer service....

Senior Maintenance Scheduler

  • Delphos, OH
  • 12 hours ago
  • Delphos, OH
  • 12 hours ago

Summary : Responsible for developing the plant maintenance schedule. The maintenance schedule will contain all planned work that is scheduled for the coming week/month. Understand the requirement...

Utilities Service Dispatcher

  • High Point, NC
  • 12 hours ago
  • High Point, NC
  • 12 hours ago

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Previous dispatching experience. Experience with Cayenta....

Field Service Coordinator

  • Bogota, NJ
  • 12 hours ago
  • Bogota, NJ
  • 12 hours ago

Every day, we get opportunities to make a positive impact - on our colleagues, partners, customers and society. Together, we're pioneering the solutions of the future and unlocking the full...

2nd Shift Senior Service Coordinator

  • Fenton, MO
  • 1 day ago
  • Fenton, MO
  • 1 day ago

This role will primarily focus on supporting one major national account and managing high-volume service calls and dispatching emergency calls as needed....

Service Coordinator- Service/Repair (Honolulu)

  • Honolulu, HI
  • 1 day ago
  • Honolulu, HI
  • 1 day ago

Acts as liaison between the branch operations and regional dispatch; maintains shared calendars for dispatch with field attendance and work scheduling....

Sales and Service Coordinator

  • Grand Island, NE
  • 1 day ago
  • Grand Island, NE
  • 1 day ago

Prior experience dispatching is desirable. Experience or training the use of computers and related systems in an administrative office environment. Prior experience with an AS400 system desirable....

Dispatcher

  • North Haven, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • North Haven, CT
  • 1 day ago

As a Dispatcher, you will manage Drivers to ensure prompt receipt and delivery of equipment from/to customers. This role is responsible for overseeing the application of appropriate DOT standards....

Public Safety Communications Officer (911 Dispatcher)

  • Schertz, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Schertz, TX
  • 1 day ago

maintains emergency communication records; operates and maintains various types of communications equipment; access to state and federal law enforcement databases; coordinates and performs a variety of dispatch...

Field Service Coordinator

  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 1 day ago
  • Colorado Springs, CO
  • 1 day ago

Answer incoming calls from customers; provide basic technical advice, advise customers of estimated repairs, costs and expected dispatch of technician....

Service Dispatcher

  • Newport News, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Newport News, VA
  • 1 day ago

Service Coordinators perform scheduling, dispatching, and purchasing for customers and Service Technicians....

Customer Service Dispatcher

  • Marietta, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Marietta, GA
  • 2 days ago

The dispatcher plays a crucial role in ensuring efficient scheduling and dispatching of service technicians to various job sites....

Dispatcher Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Grand Central Dispatch (GCD) Free Course
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Field Service Dispatcher Console for Dispatchers
Learn to manage appointments, schedules, service resources, and maps with the Field Service Dispatcher Console. Earn points on Salesforce Trailhead. This module includes the following lessons:...
Dispatcher Training
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Salary for Dispatcher Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMaintenanceAndInstallation research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Dispatcher positions.



Highest Education Level

Dispatchers offer the following education background
High School or GED
32.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
25.0%
Associate's Degree
18.0%
Bachelor's Degree
16.6%
Master's Degree
3.8%
Some College
2.0%
Some High School
0.9%
Doctorate Degree
0.8%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Dispatchers
1-2 years
34.4%
Less than 1 year
24.2%
None
20.3%
2-4 years
13.4%
4-6 years
7.7%


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