Dispatcher - On Site Tucson

Medical Transportation Management

Tucson, AZ

$16 Hourly
Vision , Medical , Dental , Life Insurance , Retirement
Full-Time

Job Description

MTM is looking for a Dispatcher to join our team.

Location: In Office - 5 days a week

1055 E 18th St

Tucson, AZ 85719

Job Description

The Dispatcher works to direct the day-to-day route and trip operations, assists with organizing and conducting activities to assure safe, cost-effective, on-time operating performance, tracks and reports sign-in/sign-out times, assure routes are timely, and communicate service issues to the appropriate personnel. This work is done in compliance with the procedures defined by the client and in conformance with company procedures, which involve daily communication and interaction with drivers and monitors (as applicable).

Pay: $16.00/hr

What will your job look like?:

Assist with all phone call information and dispatching of rides
Organize and route trips based on schedule and location to ensure optimal performance
Provide assistance to drivers for directions to destinations
Assist drivers and transportation providers with problems or issues relating to scheduling
Establish and maintain effective communication with transportation providers
Report and record all incidents to the applicable manager
Document and report provider no shows or on-time-performance issues
Inform transportation providers of their next-days trips and any new trips that occur
Monitor radio, telephones and on-road provision of service for quality
Record time of departure, destination, and expected time of return
Provide feedback on drivers’ performance

All you need is:

High school diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
2+ years in transportation routing, dispatching, and scheduling expertise preferred
1 year experience working with the applicable transit scheduling system preferred
Knowledge of GPS and GIS systems preferred
Possess valid authorization to work in the United States

Even better if you have:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Good organizational skills with attention to timeliness and details
Must be able to demonstrate effective use of scheduling software, two-way radio communication and data analysis skills
Skills in the use of computers, including Microsoft Word, Excel and other Microsoft applications
Ability to maintain high level of confidentiality
Regular attendance is required

What’s in it for you:

Paid vacation
Holiday Pay
Health and Life Insurance Plans
Dental and Vision Plans
401(k)
Training Development
Casual Dress Environment
Scholarship Program

Physical Requirements

May require sitting in front of, and operating, a computer for extended periods
Requires close visual acuity when operating a computer
Must be able to communicate with others and comprehend instructions
Requires light lifting and carrying
Routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers
Must be able to move around an office environment

*These benefits may not be available at all locations

Equal Opportunity Employer: MTM is an equal opportunity employer. MTM considers qualified candidates with a criminal history in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, State, and Federal law. If you are in need of accommodations, please contact People & Culture at (636) 561-5686 or talent@mtm-inc.net

Company Description

Access to the grocery store, employment, medical care, and other community services are vital components of a healthy, productive life.
As communities are challenged with increasing access while containing costs, MTM Transit strives to achieve these goals while focusing on what matters most: the passenger. Helping the disabled, elderly, and other transportation disadvantaged populations with their transit needs is the core of our operations.

In 2009, MTM’s leadership created MTM Transit, to offer an unparalleled hands-on management approach for transportation needs. MTM Transit offers viable solutions that help public transit agencies connect the pieces of a community’s transportation options in an effort to increase fixed route utilization, reduce costs, and remove community barriers. From utilizing mobility management tools like assessments and travel training to promote public transit ridership, to fully managing the operation of fixed route and paratransit services, to overseeing quality assurance for multi-vendor transit systems, MTM Transit can help solve even your toughest transit challenges. We remain committed to providing quality transit services to individuals who, without reliable transportation, may be unable to take advantage of employment opportunities, get to the doctor, and access other community resources.

Over the past 12 years, MTM Transit has grown responsibly by focusing on the passenger experience and providing unparalleled hands-on management. We’ve also enhanced our service offerings, growing with our clients to offer innovative services like on-demand microtransit systems.

Why Work Here?

MTM Transit jobs offer more than just a paycheck. Our Total Rewards program is all encompassing and competitive.

Access to the grocery store, employment, medical care, and other community services are vital components of a healthy, productive life. As communities are challenged with increasing access while containing costs, MTM Transit strives to achieve these goals while focusing on what matters most: the passenger. Helping the disabled, elderly, and other transportation disadvantaged populations with their transit needs is the core of our operations. In 2009, MTM’s leadership created MTM Transit, to offer an unparalleled hands-on management approach for transportation needs. MTM Transit offers viable solutions that help public transit agencies connect the pieces of a community’s transportation options in an effort to increase fixed route utilization, reduce costs, and remove community barriers. From utilizing mobility management tools like assessments and travel training to promote public transit ridership, to fully managing the operation of fixed route and paratransit services, to overseeing quality assurance for multi-vendor transit systems, MTM Transit can help solve even your toughest transit challenges. We remain committed to providing quality transit services to individuals who, without reliable transportation, may be unable to take advantage of employment opportunities, get to the doctor, and access other community resources. Over the past 12 years, MTM Transit has grown responsibly by focusing on the passenger experience and providing unparalleled hands-on management. We’ve also enhanced our service offerings, growing with our clients to offer innovative services like on-demand microtransit systems.