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Dispatch Assistant - Seasonal

Modesto, CA · On-site

$22/hr

Provide back-up support and relief coverage for company dispatchers and other staff during breaks and as needed; * Assist dispatchers in daily load assignments; Makes loading and unloading ...

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Medical Dispatcher

Mcallen, TX · On-site

Make executive appointments and schedules and make travel arrangements to make a use of their time. * Assist with staff scheduling for all technicians. * Assist Dispatch Supervisor on the activity of ...

Estes Express Lines

Service Center Clerk III

Kent, WA · On-site

$18 - $24.75/hr

Create freight manifest list using applicable coding * Assist dispatcher with assigning pick-up and delivery drivers for local delivery activities and/or road drivers * Assist dispatcher with ...

Estes Express Lines

Service Center Clerk III

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$25.25 - $28/hr

Create freight manifest list using applicable coding * Assist dispatcher with assigning pick-up and delivery drivers for local delivery activities and/or road drivers * Assist dispatcher with ...

Estes Express Lines

Service Center Clerk III

Phoenix, AZ

$16 - $21.75/hr

Create freight manifest list using applicable coding * Assist dispatcher with assigning pick-up and delivery drivers for local delivery activities and/or road drivers * Assist dispatcher with ...

Estes Express Lines

Service Center Clerk III

Phoenix, AZ · On-site

$16 - $21.75/hr

Create freight manifest list using applicable coding * Assist dispatcher with assigning pick-up and delivery drivers for local delivery activities and/or road drivers * Assist dispatcher with ...

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How much do assistant dispatcher jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for assistant dispatcher in the United States is $22.03, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.07 and $23.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by Assistant Dispatchers and how can they be effectively managed?

Assistant Dispatchers often face challenges such as managing multiple calls or requests simultaneously, prioritizing urgent tasks, and maintaining clear communication under pressure. Staying organized, using dispatching software efficiently, and staying calm during peak periods are key strategies for success. Collaboration with drivers, dispatchers, and other team members ensures smooth operations, and ongoing training helps Assistant Dispatchers adapt to changing procedures or technology.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Assistant Dispatcher, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Assistant Dispatcher, you need strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and typically a high school diploma or relevant experience in logistics or transportation. Familiarity with dispatch software, GPS tracking systems, and basic office applications is important for managing schedules and coordinating resources. Excellent communication, problem-solving, and multitasking skills help in handling urgent situations and supporting team efficiency. These skills are crucial for ensuring timely operations, clear coordination, and effective response to changing demands in dispatch environments.

What are Assistant Dispatchers?

Assistant Dispatchers are professionals who support dispatch operations in fields like transportation, emergency services, or logistics. They help coordinate the movement of vehicles, personnel, or goods, communicate with drivers or field staff, and relay critical information to ensure efficient operations. Their duties often include data entry, scheduling, and responding to routine inquiries, which helps keep the dispatch process organized and running smoothly. Assistant Dispatchers typically work under the supervision of a lead dispatcher and contribute to the overall safety and reliability of the service.

What is the difference between Assistant Dispatcher vs Dispatcher?

AspectAssistant DispatcherDispatcher
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require basic certificationsHigh school diploma; additional certifications or licenses may be preferred
Work EnvironmentSupportive role within transportation or logistics teams, often in office settingsPrimary role in coordinating and managing daily dispatch operations, often in control rooms or offices
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in transportation, logistics, delivery services, and emergency servicesCommonly employed in transportation, freight, delivery, and emergency response industries

The Assistant Dispatcher assists with scheduling, communication, and administrative tasks to support the Dispatcher. While both roles require similar credentials and work in related environments, the Assistant Dispatcher typically supports and reports to the Dispatcher, who handles more complex coordination and decision-making responsibilities.

What jobs make $3,000 a month without a degree?

Assistant dispatcher roles in logistics, transportation, or delivery services can pay around $3,000 monthly without requiring a degree, especially with experience and certifications like CDL or logistics training. Other jobs such as sales representatives, certain skilled trades, or administrative roles may also reach this income level through commissions or overtime. Success in these roles often depends on skills, experience, and the specific industry environment.
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Infographic showing various Assistant Dispatcher job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 77% Full Time, 21% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,823 per year, or $22 per hour.

Office Assistant/Dispatcher

Precision Door Service

Kansas City, MO • On-site

$35K - $45K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 26 days ago

Job description

Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Bonus based on performance
  • Competitive salary
  • Dental insurance
  • Free food & snacks
  • Free uniforms
  • Health insurance
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Profit sharing
  • Training & development
  • Vision insurance

GENERAL PURPOSE:
Supports the Office Manage and Door Team manager by performing routine clerical functions, answering phone calls from customers, call center representatives and leadership, dispatching tickets to infield technicians and help managing the operational daily schedule, filing documents as needed, entering data, and other general office functions as needed.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
The list of essential functions, as outlined herein, is intended to be representative of the tasks performed. The omission of an essential function does not preclude management from assigning duties not listed herein if such functions are a logical assignment to the position.
Answers phones with a professional tone and attitude for various sources.
Updates customers notes within the system.
Dispatches jobs from the system to infield technicians.
Upload and enter data to the system to support the staff.
Relies on instructions and pre-established guidelines to perform the functions of the job.
Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.
Other duties as assigned that support the overall goals of the organization.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
High School diplomat, experience preferably in a service industry; experience working with employees with an attitude to ensure smooth communication and prompt resolution of requests and questions.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
  • Skill in using Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, and Outlook)
  • Skill in basic filing and recordkeeping with a focus on speed and accuracy
  • Ability to provide excellent customer service by assessing customer and vendor needs, meeting quality standards for services, and provided excellent customer service
  • Ability to cooperate and solve problems in a team environment
  • Ability to establish and maintain effective and cooperative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
  • Ability to follow instructions and communicate effectively orally and in writing
  • Ability to organize work for timely completion

CORE COMPETENCIES:
  • Customer-focused and Customer Service Orientation - Works with business partners, vendors and customers to assess their needs, provides information or assistance, resolves their problems or satisfies their expectations; knows about available products and services; is committed to providing quality products and services; honors all of the franchise's commitments to customers by providing helpful, courteous, accessible, responsive, and knowledgeable customer service.
  • Effective Communications - Practices meaningful two-way communication by speaking clearly, paying close attention and seeking to understand others, listening attentively and clarifying information and attending to nonverbal cues and responding appropriately; influences others by persuasively presenting thoughts and ideas; gains commitment and ensures support for proposed ideas.
  • Interpersonal Skills - Shows understanding, friendliness, courtesy, tact, empathy, concern, and politeness to others; develops and maintains effective relationships with others; may include effectively dealing with individuals who are difficult, hostile, or distressed; relates well to people from varied backgrounds and different situations; is sensitive to cultural diversity, race, gender, disabilities, and other individual differences.
  • Problem Solving - Identifies problems; determines accuracy and relevance of information; uses sound judgment to generate and evaluate alternatives and to make recommendations; builds a logical approach to address problems or opportunities or manage the situation at hand by drawing on own knowledge and experience base and calling on other references and resources as necessary.
  • Service Focus and Teamwork - Values and delivers high quality, professional, responsive and innovative service while cooperating with others to accomplish common goals; works with others within and across the company achieve shared goals; treats others with dignity and respect and maintains a friendly demeanor; values the contributions of others.

TARGETS AND PERFORMANCE:
Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) will be based on the following:
• Timely and accurate notes within the system
• Timely answering of phone calls from various sources
• Effectiveness of the office staff in support of their assigned duties and tasks
• Responsiveness to management initiatives
• appropriate level of communication with customers, managers, field staff and office personnel
• overall contributions as an employee
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Depending on functional area of assignment, tasks involve the ability to exert light physical effort in sedentary to light work, which may involve some lifting, carrying, pushing and/or pulling of objects and materials of light weight (up to 15 pounds). Tasks may involve extended periods of time sitting at a workstation and utilizing a keyboard.
ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS:
Tasks are regularly performed inside without potential for exposure to adverse conditions, such as dirt, dust, pollen, odors, fumes and/or poor ventilation, wetness, humidity, rain, temperature and noise extremes, machinery and/or moving vehicles, vibrations, electric currents, animals/wildlife, toxic/poisonous agents, gases or chemicals, oils and other cutting fluids, violence and/or disease, or pathogenic substances.
SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:
Some tasks require manual dexterity, in addition to visual and hearing acuity. Tasks require oral communications ability.
Compensation: $35,000.00 - $45,000.00 per year
Precision Door Service provides residential garage door service. With over 100 locations, our professional and certified technicians repair over 1000 garage doors everyday - nationwide. We also sell and install a wide selection of garage doors and garage door openers.
We have been selected multiple years as Franchise Business Review Top 50 Franchises for Franchise Satisfaction.
We ranked #13 in the top 20 new franchises by Entrepreneur® magazine.
We also ranked #227 in Entrepreneur® magazine's Franchise 500.
We received the "Spirit of Success" award from Southwestern Bell.
Multiple franchises with the Angie's List Super Service Award.
Our Mission:
To provide outstanding garage door repair service, complete customer satisfaction and a program that rewards excellence from our franchisees, technicians and staff.
Our Vision:
To establish Precision Door Service as the public standard and national household name in garage door repair service.
This franchise is independently owned and operated. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchise location should be made directly to the franchisee.

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