Dispatcher
Position Overview:
A Dispatch Service Representative (DSR) is a technician facing position that coordinates and optimizes scheduled jobs and sees them through to completion. The DSR’s maximize opportunities by assigning jobs based on urgency, logistics, and technician skills. DSR’s maintain communication with department managers, employees, and company customers, including keeping customers appraised as to company schedule and requested lead -times. This job is all about making sure the schedule is organized is such a way as to maximize profit and customer service. The DSR is also responsible for representing Dusty Underwood Plumbing and Septic, Inc in a professional manner and must maintain a positive, productive line of communication between all parties.
The strong multi-tasker we select will coordinate customer calls within a busy office and match with the correct technician to schedule technician appointments for jobs ensuring the most effective and efficient routing and scheduling.
Required Credentials:
Two or more years of experience as an office admin or scheduling experience.
Computer proficiency, including working knowledge of Microsoft Office products, including Excel and Word.
Excellent organizational skills and the ability to coordinate multiple appointments and to manage multiple projects.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
A strong degree of self-motivation to provide exceptional customer service to customers by phone while directing technicians by radio and tracking devices.
Must be able to pass a background check and provide verifiable references.
No customer left behind mindset. Customers drive our business and this position requires outstanding customer service and customer communication skills.
Preferred Credentials:
Experience in the area of customer service and/or a related dispatching service technicians.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to remain calm in emotional situations and under stress.
Ability to audit projects and customer accounts.
Ability to review completed service tickets for accuracy.
Ability to maintain and complete correct departmental coding and reporting.
General understanding of dispatching software.
Demonstrated listening, written/verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
Proven ability to meet and exceed set goals.
Experience gathering customer information and keying it into a computer.
High school diploma or GED equivalent, or a combination of related experience and/or advanced training/education.
Knowledge of the local geographic territory.
Willingness and ability to work evenings and weekends if necessary.
Ability to maintain a professional demeanor and appearance at all times.
*** Skills tests must be completed in order to be considered for next steps!***
ALL inquiries MUST be sent through Indeed ONLY! No calls please! Skills tests and questions are required for consideration.
Work Remotely
No
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $20.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 – 45 per week
Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Professional development assistance
Referral program
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift
Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
Are you familiar with Fannin and surrounding counties?
Are you comfortable juggling multiple tasks at one time? Explain or give an example.
Are you comfortable communicating with disgruntled or emotional customers? Explain how you handled these types of customers.
Are you willing to work nights and weekends, on call if required? Explain.
Do you live within 30 minutes or 40 miles of our location? If not, are you willing to commute or relocate?
Did you fully answer ALL questions and complete the required skills tests? Did you read and understand the job description and requirements? If NO, STOP and go back!
Please do not contact the office about your application. If you understand and agree to this, please tell me your favorite vacation spot!
We are looking for someone experienced in plumbing or similiar (electrical, HVAC, etc). Explain your experience as it directly relates to this position.
Experience:
Office Administration: 2 years (Required)
Scheduling: 2 years (Required)
Language:
Fluent English (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
Bonham, TX 75418: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bonham, TX 75418