Dispatcher Jobs in Virginia

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

  • Manassas, VA
  • 28 days ago
  • Manassas, VA
  • 28 days ago

Furr is seeking a skilled and organized Dispatcher to play a pivotal role in ensuring our field technicians are dispatched efficiently and effectively....

Field Service Coordinator

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 30+ days ago

Hepaco, a Clean Harbors company, in Norfolk, VA is seeking a Field Service Coordinator-- responsible for the direction of employees and resources to perform duties associated with field service...

Maintenance Scheduler

  • Mount Sidney, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Mount Sidney, VA
  • 3 days ago

#WeAreONEOK - Fortune 500 company. 100+ years in business. Leading midstream service provider. Safety first. Sustainable operations. Environmentally responsible. Employee focused. JOB SUMMARY Job...

Maintenance Dispatcher

  • Radford, VA
  • 5 days ago
  • Radford, VA
  • 5 days ago

Position Title: Maintenance Dispatcher Position Description: The Maintenance Dispatch team serves as the centralized communication hub for all maintenance-related issues and needs....

SES Dispatcher - 7pm-7am Shift

  • Springfield, VA
  • 6 days ago
  • Springfield, VA
  • 6 days ago

Our Security and Emergency Services department is currently seeking an experienced Emergency Dispatcher to manage multiple Security & EMS systems from a central location....

Title: Maintenance Dispatcher - Club Wyndham Patriots Place Resort

  • Williamsburg, VA
  • 12 days ago
  • Williamsburg, VA
  • 12 days ago

Radio Dispatch skills required....

Maintenance Dispatcher - Club Wyndham Patriots Place Resort

  • Williamsburg, VA
  • 13 days ago
  • Williamsburg, VA
  • 13 days ago

Radio Dispatch skills required....

Service Coordinator

  • Dulles, VA
  • 16 days ago
  • Dulles, VA
  • 16 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY The Service Coordinator is responsible for ensuring accurate and timely billing and invoicing, monitoring customer accounts and handling customer inquiries and resolving billing...

Facilities Management Assistant Manager/Service Coordinator

  • Falls Church, VA
  • 18 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA
  • 18 days ago

Celebrated as the #2 Top Workplace in the D.C. region for 2024 by The Washington Post, Goodwin Living is more than a team - it's a global family of individuals who represent more than 65...

Service Coordinator

  • Leesburg, VA
  • 19 days ago
  • Leesburg, VA
  • 19 days ago

Overview Are you looking for a career in a fast paced, growing business with lots of opportunity for advancement? If so, then Encore Fire Protection may be the place for you. Encore is redefining...

Communications Dispatcher

  • Doswell, VA
  • 25 days ago
  • Doswell, VA
  • 25 days ago

Overview: $14.00 / Hour A Communications Dispatcher is a vital role in managing park operations....

Service Coordinator - Richmond, VA

  • Richmond, VA
  • 25 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 25 days ago

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

QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or GED equivalent Valid Drivers License 2+ years of related experience in customer service or dispatching 2+ years of related experience with data entry, scheduling...

Service Coordinator (Full Time)

  • Williamsburg, VA
  • 26 days ago
  • Williamsburg, VA
  • 26 days ago

Notifies residents about preventive maintenance and repairs if they will be impacted....

Police Dispatcher

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 28 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 28 days ago

Posting Details Working Title Police Dispatcher Position Number 00995A Department POLICE Location Norfolk, VA Type of Position Classified Type of Job Full Time EEO Category F Administrative Support...

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Salary for Dispatcher Jobs in Virginia

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 Virginia offer the following education background
High School or GED
32.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
25.1%
Associate's Degree
17.9%
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 in Virginia
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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