Transportation Dispatcher- Urgently Hiring!

Now Hiring: Transportation Dispatcher

Location: Baton Rouge, LA

Pay Rate: $21.45 per hour

At First Student, our Dispatchers are a constant reflection of our company's commitment to safety and customer service. The Dispatcher is responsible for dispatching all buses, ensuring on‑time performance of routes, and counseling drivers and monitors on front line.

Why Join First Student

$21.45 per hour

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company contribution

Paid time off and paid holidays

Company‑paid life insurance

Stable employment with a well‑established organization

Opportunities for growth and internal advancement

Employee discounts on cell phone plans, vehicles, electronics, and more through PerkSpot

Dispatcher Responsibilities

Oversees all routes and scheduling of buses

Counsels and coaches drivers and monitors

Handles heavy phone and radio traffic

Takes all scheduling and driver complaints, report to Operations Supervisor/Contract Manager

Serves as primary communication liaison with major contracted customer

May handle charter reservations, billing, or driver payroll

Provides solutions to drop‑off and pick‑up problems

Handle back‑up driver duties or perform miscellaneous clerical duties as needed

Completes assignment of special projects

Assists with supervision of day‑to‑day operations

Dispatcher Experience and Skills Required

3-5 years experience

High school diploma or equivalent

Basic knowledge of radio dispatch equipment

Excellent communication and customer service skills

Ability to deliver under time constraints and deadlines

Previous terminal operations, dispatch, or driver experience

Computer literate

Subject to DOT drug testing and physical. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

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