Dispatchers (Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance)

Top 3 dispatcher Jobs

Warehouse Yard Coordinator / Dispatcher - Lasership - Lockbourne,OH
Location Details: 1260 Collings Dr., Lockbourne, OH 43137Pay: $18.00 - $23.00 per hour, depending on experienceShift: Wednesday - Saturday from 7:00 PM to 3:30 AM. Hours subject to change based on the needs of the business.
Dispatcher (HVAC) - ARS Rescue Rooter - Columbus,OH
Ensure service technicians are dispatched efficiently and customer needs are met promptly. Manage call flow from our service platform, coordinate scheduling, and guide field teams throughout the day. Strong communication and local area knowledge are...
Store Dispatcher I - NAPA Auto Parts - Columbus,OH
Napa Auto Parts - [Dispatcher Coordinator] As a Dispatcher at Napa Auto Parts, you'll: Schedule deliveries and dispatch delivery drivers on a timely basis; Ensure that that the right parts are delivered to the right customer order; Map out...

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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