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 every day thanks to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more atwww.TransdevNA.comor watch an overview video athttps://youtu.be/ilO5cv0G4mQ

Dispatcher

Overview:Dispatchersprovideexcellent customer service to both our passengers and our drivers. 

Responsibilities:

• Managing run pullouts and openings and closing runs in the ADEPT system (or other designated Dispatch & Scheduling system) 

• Recording late pullouts, uncovered driver callouts, and closed routes 

• Working with service provider window dispatchers to pullout runs as scheduled and/or to obtainadditionalresources andcapacityas needed 

• Pro-actively managing runs tomaintainservice performance standards 

• Reassigning trips between runs ina timelyway, as needed 

• Assigning trips on thewait-list to runs far enough ahead for them to be performed on-time 

• Responding to driver requests forassistance 

• Managing incidents and accidentsin accordance withestablished policies and procedures 

• Recoding denials if necessary

• Must be able to work onsite at our call center in Medford, MA

Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

Education, Licensing, and Certifications:

• High school education or equivalent, such as GED,required.

Skills and Knowledge Required:

• Previousdispatch experiencerequired, and prior experience as a driver for paratransit operations may be beneficial 

• 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 

• Strong computer skills with knowledge of Microsoft Office and paratransit scheduling software (and preferably ADEPT) and the ability to learn new software  

• Ability to work flexible hours

Pre-Employment Requirements:

• Mustsubmitto drug testing and a background check

Physical Requirements:

• Must be able to work shifts or flexible work schedules as needed.

• 100% ofwork isaccomplishedindoors and in air conditioned orwell-ventilatedfacilities

• Work isaccomplishedat a workstation or in a cubicle space equipped with a telephone, headset, and computer. 

• Work environments aregenerallynoisy,and the employee isgenerally subjectedtolong periodsspent sitting, typing, or looking at a computer screen.

   For moreinformationplease visit our website at www.transdevna.com/careers

   

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 skillsrequired ofpersonnel 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. Reasonableaccommodationsmay 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, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Drug free workplace

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in US without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check

Job Category: Call Center / Dispatch / Reservationist / Scheduler

Req ID: 3035

Pay Group: NCD

Cost Center: 601

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, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.

Drug-free workplace

If based in the United States, applicants must be eligible to work in U.S. without restrictions for any employer at any time; be able to pass a drug screen and background check.

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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 every day thank to safe, reliable, and innovative solutions that serve the common good. Find out more at http://www.TransdevNA.com or watch an overview video.