Motor Vehicle Dispatcher (Must have Secret Clearance)

Overview

Dispatches vehicles, monitors incidents, maintains logs, and supports operators.

Key Responsibilities

• dispatch scheduling
• route planning
• fleet management
• log maintenance
• equipment issuance
• customer coordination

Tasks

-The Dispatcher may establish service or delivery routes, supervise loading and unloading, issue equipment to drivers, (such as hand trucks, dollies, and blankets), direct activities of drivers, assign helpers to drivers, work at vehicle distribution centers, and assign vehicles to customer agencies. -They monitor alarm systems to detect illegal entry and ensure the serviceability of communication equipment. -The Dispatcher records time of departure, destination, cargo, expected time of return and investigates overdue vehicles. -They calculate penalty fees and maintain complete vehicle logs using fleet management information systems. -Motor vehicle dispatchers also maintain records of mileage, fuel usage, and costs. -A motor vehicle dispatcher is responsible for scheduling and dispatching various vehicles such as passenger, cargo, and bus. -Additional responsibilities include the issuance of keys, record sheets, and driver credentials. -The Dispatcher may confer with customers to expedite or locate missing, misrouted, delayed or damaged merchandise, maintain record of mileage, fuel used, repairs made, and other expenses. -They process documents, enter police-related data, and manage operator vehicle inspections. -Additionally, they assist vehicle operators during breakdowns and resolve customer complaints. -They type commands on computer keyboards to update files and maintain logs.

Requirements

• 2+ years
• dispatch codes
• communication
• high school
• secret clearance
• multitasking

What You Bring

-Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience as a dispatcher. -Knowledge of dispatch codes and phonetic alphabet. -Outstanding communication skills. -High school diploma or GED equivalent. -Secret or higher clearance is required. -Excellent organizational and multitasking skills. -Strong interpersonal skills. -Able to work for extended hours under stressful conditions.

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About Akima

-Founded with a vision to support critical sectors, providing solutions across defense, intelligence, and civil sectors. -Serves a broad spectrum of industries, including energy, infrastructure, and water resources. -Delivered complex projects, such as large-scale infrastructure upgrades and energy management solutions. -Projects often involve intricate logistical coordination, requiring a deep understanding of specialized markets. -Approach is deeply collaborative, often working alongside government agencies and other key partners. -Noteworthy projects include managing water resource systems and optimizing energy infrastructure for municipalities. -Focus on operational excellence makes it a go-to partner for government and private sector organizations.

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Security Clearance

-secret or higher clearance required.