Dispatchers (Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance)

Top 3 dispatcher Jobs

Dispatcher - WillScot - Obetz,OH
At WillScot (NASDAQ WSC), our 4000+ people are at the heart of everything we do. In addition to providing industry-leading pay and benefits, we provide opportunities for development and upward mobility, while investing in the communities we serve.
Dispatcher - IMC Companies-National Accounts LLC - Columbus,OH
Position Overview: Plans the daily/weekly work schedule of drivers to maximize freight coverage in a timely and cost-efficient manner. Communicate and distribute appointment dates/time to Ohio drivers; owner operators and/or fleet. Communicate and...
Distribution Dispatcher - Manifest Solutions - Gahanna,OH
Manifest Solutions is currently seeking a Distribution Dispatcher for an onsite position in Gahanna, OH. Track crew locations and ongoing work on the distribution system. Dispatch service personnel to respond to outage and...

What Dispatchers Do

Schedule and dispatch workers, work crews, equipment, or service vehicles for conveyance of materials, freight, or passengers, or for normal installation, service, or emergency repairs rendered outside the place of business. Duties may include using radio, telephone, or computer to transmit assignments and compiling statistics and reports on work progress.

Dispatcher Salaries

2020 employment: 192,100
May 2021 median annual wage: $44,050

Job Outlook for Dispatchers

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

Number of new jobs: 8,300
Growth rate: 4 percent (Slower than average)

How to Become a Dispatcher

Education and training:

Typical entry-level education: High school diploma or equivalent
Work experience in a related occupation: None
Typical on-the-job training: Moderate-term on-the-job training

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