Transdev

Lead Dispatcher - Quincy, MANew

Medford, MA, US

In-personFull time roleSenior Level

About 18 hours ago

About the Job

Transdev in Quincy, MA is hiring a Lead Dispatcher. Our Lead Dispatcher ensures the Dispatch team fills all the routes and provides Operators with timely instructions and responses. We are seeking customer service-oriented professionals who are dedicated to safety.

Transdev is proud to offer:

Competitive compensation package of minimum $23 – Maximum $27

Benefits include:

Vacation: minimum of two (2) weeks
Sick days: 5 days
Holidays: 12 days; 8 standard and 4 floating
Other standard benefits: 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental and vision, life insurance, short-term disability, voluntary long-term disability.

Benefits may vary depending on location policy. The above represents the standard Corporate Policy.

Key Responsibilities:

Oversee road service and trip performance measures, i.e. route start time, on-time performance, incidents
Respond to customer questions and concerns about no shows, cancellations, and missed trips.
Manage vehicle operator emergency situations & escalated calls.
Supervise staff on weekends and evenings.
Manage department reports and other communication tools.
Support the Dispatch Supervisor in training new employees.
Strong computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office and with paratransit
scheduling software (and preferably ADEPT) and the ability to learn new software
Excellent leadership and organizational skills
Ability to supervise others
Excellent knowledge of The RIDE service area streets, landmarks, and institutions,
including all major trip generators and transfer points
Excellent knowledge of traffic patterns and their Impact on paratransit operations
Excellent communication skills in person, over the phone, and on a two-way
communication device
Other duties as required.

Qualifications:

High school diploma or GED equivalent
Minimum of 2-3 years of transit supervisory experience preferred. Prior experience
as a paratransit driver is a plus
Excellent communication & interpersonal skills.
Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.
Subject to a DOT drug testing and physical if applicable. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including cannabis, for any reason

Physical Requirements:

The essential functions of this position require the ability to:

Must be able to work flexible schedules as needed.
Majority of work is accomplished indoors and in air conditioned or well-ventilated facilities
Majority of work is accomplished in an office or in a cubicle space equipped with a telephone and computer.
The employee is generally subjected to long periods spent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Transdev complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact us.HR.TalentAcquisition@transdev.com

Drug-free workplace:

Transdev maintains a drug-free workplace. Applicants must:

Be eligible to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship now or in the future (if based in the U.S.).
Successfully pass a pre-employment drug screen.

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 at https://youtu.be/ilO5cv0G4mQ

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.

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.

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About the Company

Transdev

Issy-les-Moulineaux, France

5000 +

Transdev is a leading public transport company, delivering high quality transportation services around the world. We offer integrated & multimodal mobility solutions that contribute to the development of territories & the well-being of their inhabitants. Our teams use our wealth of local knowledge and international experience to bring public transport services to the heart of communities. Because moving is essential to meet, work... or simply to live, our purpose is to empower freedom to move every day thanks to safe, reliable and innovative solutions that serve the common good. We are actively involved in the energy transition and bridging the social divide. We connect and reconnect people & communities, the rural to the urban, providing solutions tailored to the needs of our customers and passengers. We share and act for the collective, to contribute to the well-being of society and to create opportunities and progress. We care about people and the environment, in order to achieve reliable and sustainable mobility. We dare to take up challenges and step out of our comfort zone to always offer the best solutions and innovations in response to tomorrow's challenges. We are proud to make 11 million people travel daily across 5 continents. We are people serving people. And mobility is what we do.