Dispatcher

Job Description

Job Description

First for a reason :

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

Dispatcher - Augusta School Department (Augusta, ME)

At First Student , our Dispatchers are the heartbeat of our operations - ensuring that our commitment to safety, reliability, and outstanding customer service is delivered every day. The Dispatcher oversees daily route operations, monitors driver performance, and ensures our buses run safely and on schedule.

Why join First as a Dispatcher?

$26.00 - $27.50 per hour based on experience

Split shift : 5 : 30 a.m. - 4 : 30 p.m. (extended break mid-day)

Monday-Friday schedule aligned with school operations

Tremendous career advancement opportunities across North America

Positive, team-oriented work environment

Dispatcher Responsibilities :

Coordinate and monitor all daily bus routes and schedules

Communicate with drivers, monitors, and management to ensure on-time performance

Handle phone and radio traffic professionally and efficiently

Document and report scheduling issues or route changes to Operations Leadership

Provide front-line support and guidance to drivers and staff

Dispatcher Qualifications :

Previous experience in dispatching, transportation, or logistics preferred

Excellent communication and organizational skills

Ability to remain calm and effective under pressure

Basic computer skills and familiarity with scheduling systems

High school diploma or equivalent

First Student Employee Benefits :

Medical, Dental, and Vision plans

401(k) savings plan with company match

Paid holidays and vacation time

Annual allowances for boots and prescription safety glasses (where applicable)

ASE certification reimbursement and training materials (for applicable positions)

Career advancement opportunities across North America

Discounts on cell phone plans, cars, and more through the PerkSpot employee program

Join First Student today and be part of a company that's First for a reason!

At First Student, our commitment to safety, dependability, and customer care creates an environment where you can thrive. With more than 120,000 employees across North America, we offer stability, growth, and exceptional training.

Apply today to join our team!

We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce; therefore, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace.

In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https : / / www.phila.gov / media / 20210423160847 / Fair -Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf.