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Dispatcher Supervisor

Transdev • Chicago, IL 60684 • Posted 30+ days ago

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In-person • Full-time • $25.00/hr • Junior Manager

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The Dispatcher Supervisor at Transdev in Chicago, IL, is responsible for overseeing road service and trip performance measures, dispatching and maintaining service, responding to customer questions and complaints, supervising dispatchers, and managing vehicle operator emergency situations. This role requires a high school diploma or GED equivalent, supervisor experience, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and problem-solving and analytical abilities. A technical degree is preferred, along with experience in the transportation industry.

Responsibilities

  • Oversee road service and trip performance measures, including route start time, on-time performance, incidents, accidents, radio etiquette, etc.
  • Dispatch and maintain service
  • Respond to customer questions, concerns, and complaints
  • Supervise, counsel, coach, and train dispatchers
  • Monitor and evaluate operations activities, ensuring drivers perform assigned duties correctly and safely
  • Manage vehicle operator emergency situations and escalated calls
  • Back up scheduler/dispatcher as needed
  • Oversee scheduling process
  • Manage department reports and other communication tools

Qualifications

Required

  • High school diploma or GED equivalent
  • Supervisor experience
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Problem solving and analytical abilities

Preferred

  • Technical degree
  • Trapeze experience
  • 1-2 years experience in the transportation industry

About Transdev

Transdev Group is a leading global public transportation company offering bus, tram, train, paratransit, shuttle, and taxi services, as well as transport management solutions. The company operates in over 20 countries and focuses on innovation, sustainability, and efficiency in providing transportation solutions to millions of passengers daily.

Full Job Description

About Transdev: Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev - the mobility company - empowers the freedom to move everyday thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video athttps://youtu.be/ilO5cv0G4mQ

We are Now Hiring a Dispatch Supervisor in Chicago, IL!

Transdev is proud to offer:

+ $25.00 /hour

+ Attractive benefits package, including 401(k) with company contribution, medical, dental and vision.

+ Paid time off & vacation.

Responsibilities:

+ This position works from our Melrose Park Location at 2040 Indian Boundary Dr. Melrose Park, IL

+ Responsible for overseeing road service and trip performance measures, i.e. route start time, on-time performance, incidents, accidents, radio etiquette etc.

+ Responsible for dispatching and maintaining service

+ Respond to customer questions, concerns, and complaints.

+ Supervises, counsels, coaches, and trains dispatchers.

+ Monitors and evaluates operations activities. Ensures that drivers are performing assigned duties correctly and safely and meeting all job requirements.

+ Manage vehicle operator emergency situations & escalated calls.

+ Covers shifts as needed-Back up scheduler/dispatcher as needed.

+ Oversee scheduling process.

+ Manage department reports and other communication tools.

Requirements:

+ High school diploma or GED equivalent; Technical degree preferred

+ Supervisor experience

+ Excellent communication & interpersonal skills

+ Problem solving and analytical abilities

+ Trapeze experience preferred

+ 1-2 years Experience in the transportation industry

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Drug-free workplace

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; able to pass a drug screen.

California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.

Job Category: Operations Management & Supervisory

Job Type: Full Time

Req ID: 2230

Pay Group: UC8

Cost Center: 55443

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions upon request.

Transdev is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and welcomes all qualified applicants. Applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic data, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion or other legally protected status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Drug-free workplace

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

California applicants: Please Click Here for CA Employee Privacy Policy.

About Transdev

Cities, counties, airports, companies, and universities across the U.S. contract with Transdev to operate their transportation systems, maintain their vehicle and fleets, and deliver on mobility solutions. Transdev U.S. employs a team of 32,000 across 400 locations while maintaining more than 17,000 vehicles.

Part of a global company, Transdev is a leader in mobility with operations in 19 countries, proudly operated by 110,000 team members from around the world. As an operator and global integrator of mobility, we are driven by our purpose. Transdev - the mobility company - empowers the freedom to move every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at http://www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video.