Utility Dispatcher I

Salary : $40,043.58 - $64,069.73 Annually
Location : Clearwater, FL
Job Type: Full-time
Job Number: 2026-00220
Department: Gas System
Division: GAS DISPATCH
Opening Date: 06/04/2026
Closing Date: 7/6/2026 11:59 PM Eastern


THE CITY OF CLEARWATER IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future visa sponsorship. City of Clearwater will not sponsor employment visas (e.g., H-1B, or any other work authorization status).

Position Description

ENTRY SALARY: $40,043.58 ANNUALLY
THIS POSITION HAS A VARYING SCHEDULE AND WILL BE REQUIRED TO WORK NIGHTS, OVER NIGHTS, WEEKENDS, AND HOLIDAYS WHEN NECESSARY.

Under direct supervision, the Utility Dispatcher I is responsible for various dispatching and clerical work in receiving and transmitting radio and telephone messages and information for utility delivery and service.

Duties and Responsibilities
Essential Functions: -- Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Understands, operates, and uses the base unit of a two-way radio communications network to deliver messages, perform dispatching services, and communicate information for the department.
• Operates a PBX telephone switchboard, transferring routine calls to appropriate persons; engages professionally and effectively via the telephone, identifies issues or concerns, and determines the appropriate dispatch or transfer.
• Determines the nature of complaint and other vital information, communicates with various callers to identify problems; dispatches the appropriate crews and maintains radio contact with equipment dispatched.

• Transmits and delivers service orders and messages; receives and routes routine check-in calls from servicemen and other personnel; prepares and inputs daily time logs for records in OWAM.
• Maintains, edits, and updates a log of all calls and messages received and transmitted; tracks, monitors, and reviews equipment dispatched; maintains and drafts various records, forms, and reports, and performs routine clerical duties.
• Ensures all radio and telephone messages are received, interpreted, and dispatched to provide uninterrupted service and professional care.
• Performs clerical work for general operations of the department; prints service orders for the next day, organizes work orders for distribution to techs, and records when technicians are dispatched.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications
Licenses , Certifications , and Equipment :
A valid State driver's license is required.
Does this position require a Commercial Driver's License? No
This position is required to operate the below equipment, machines, tools, and other work aides:
Fax, copier, phone, radio, computer, and other equipment as assigned.
Education and Experience:
High School Diploma or G.E.D. Certificate AND one (1) year experience in telephone or radio dispatching; OR an equivalent combination of education, training, and experience may be considered.
Supplemental Information
Knowledge of -

• Geography of the City including location of streets, buildings, schools, subdivisions and other landmarks

• Emergency dispatch protocols
• Radio and telephone transmission including routing
• Department policies and protocols

Skill in -

• Handling emergency situations promptly and calmly
• Keeping records and maintaining files
• Maintaining compliance with all protocols, policies, and standards
• Understanding and complying with oral and written instructions
• Using tact and independent judgement within established guidelines

FULL TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:
Health and Wellness initiatives • 100% employee health care coverage • Option for dependent health care • Life Insurance • Optional Dental, Vision, AFLAC • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Retirement -General Employee Pension Plan • Voluntary Tax-deferred 457 Plan • Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans • Competitive Salaries • Tuition assistance • Training and development opportunities • Travel compensation • Military leave • Bereavement leave • Discount coupons • Service and employee recognition awards
PART TIME EMPLOYEES ONLY RECEIVE:
Paid holiday, vacation, sick leave plans • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) • Competitive hourly rates • Flexible schedules • Training and development opportunities • Discount coupons • Service and employee recognition awards

SEASONAL, VARIABLE, TEMPORARY, EMERGENCY EMPLOYEES RECEIVE NO BENEFITS.
01


What level of Driver's License do you currently possess?

• CDL A
• CDL B
• Regular (E)
• ID Only
• Out of State
• None of the above

02


What is your highest level of education?

• Masters Degree or higher
• Bachelors Degree
• Associates Degree
• High School Diploma or GED Certificate
• Completion of 10th grade
• Less than 10th grade education

03


How many years of experience do you have in telephone or radio dispatching?

• No experience
• Less than one year of experience
• 1 - 2 years experience
• More than 2 years of experience

04


Are you legally authorized to work in the United States?

• Yes
• No

05


Will you now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B visa status)?"

• Yes
• No

Required Question