Dispatcher Jobs in California

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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Dispatcher I

  • El Cajon, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • El Cajon, CA
  • 2 days ago

Assist new technicians in employment policies and procedures as they relate to dispatch. Assist other dispatchers by handling phone/radio overflow when necessary....

Dispatcher - Cypress, CA

  • Cypress, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Cypress, CA
  • 3 days ago

Dispatcher - Cypress, CA Raymond Handling Concepts $21.00 - $23.00 life insurance, 401(k) United States, California, Cypress 5560 Katella Avenue (Show on map) Jun 10, 2025 Back Dispatcher #RHS-16728...

Service Coordinator 2

  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA
  • 3 days ago
  • Rancho Cucamonga, CA
  • 3 days ago

Handles all incoming customer calls including service dispatching, tracking and scheduling of calls, call status tracking and call changes, entering new sites, collections, modifying existing sites...

Service Dispatcher

  • Hanford, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • Hanford, CA
  • 7 days ago

Job Overview: We are seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Service Department Dispatcher to join our dynamic team....

Dispatcher/Records (IVC-Substitute)

  • Irvine, CA
  • 8 days ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 8 days ago

Principles and procedures of public safety dispatching including operation of computer aided dispatch software applications....

HVAC Dispatcher / Office Assistant

  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • Santa Rosa, CA
  • 15 days ago

HVAC Dispatcher / Office Assistant (santa rosa) American Heating & Air compensation: $21+ employment type: experience level: entry level job title: HVAC Dispatcher / Office Assistant Join Our Team -...

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Police Dispatcher

  • San Jose, CA
  • 17 days ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 17 days ago

Operate and monitor access control and alarm monitoring, security surveillance and key locks via access control and/or video management software. 17. Monitor electronic surveillance cameras....

Resident Service Coordinator - Harbor Park

  • Vallejo, CA
  • 19 days ago
  • Vallejo, CA
  • 19 days ago

ABOUT GREYSTAR Greystar is a leading, fully integrated global real estate company offering expertise in property management, investment management, development, and construction services in...

Now Hiring FAST for a Service Dispatcher 1st Shift 825727

  • Cypress, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • Cypress, CA
  • 21 days ago

Description Helpmates Staffing is seeking a skilled and organized Dispatcher to support a leading equipment service provider in Cypress, CA....

Dispatcher/Records

  • Mission Viejo, CA
  • 22 days ago
  • Mission Viejo, CA
  • 22 days ago

Dispatch appropriate personnel as needed....

Dispatcher

  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Newport Beach, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Skills: Experience dispatching and an understanding of mechanics and compressor operations. Must possess a strong work ethic and must be extremely detail oriented....

Maintenance Scheduler

  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Develop and maintain standard workflow process and provide a (1) month look-ahead Preventive Maintenance (PM) schedule to the team weekly....

Police Dispatcher Trainee/Police Dispatcher

  • Chula Vista, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chula Vista, CA
  • 30+ days ago

This recruitment aims to establish eligibility lists for: (1) Police Dispatcher Trainee and (2) Police Dispatcher....

Public Safety Dispatcher - Lateral

  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 60+ days ago
  • San Luis Obispo, CA
  • 60+ days ago

The City of San Luis Obispo has an exciting opportunity for Lateral Dispatchers!...

Dispatcher

  • Campbell, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Campbell, CA
  • 90+ days ago

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Service Titan Experience Preferred Minimum of 3 years prior industry experience in dispatch and coordination preferred....

Demographic Data for California

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Dispatcher Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Freight Dispatcher Course
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Salary for Dispatcher Jobs in California

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 in California 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
16.7%
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 in California
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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