Dispatcher

Republic Services is a leader in Environmental Services, partnering with customers to create a more sustainable world.We are Sustainability in Action — our promise to be environmentally responsible and to help our customers be environmentally responsible too.Why choose Republic?Joining Republic isn’t just about taking on a new job, it’s about making a commitment to create a more sustainable world together. Our people provide an essential service, serving and impacting customers, neighborhoods, and communities everywhere.As a company, we are proud of our values and encourage those who share in our aspirations to join our team:We protect our colleagues and communities through safe practices everywhere, every day.

We are committed to serving our customers and communities by going above and beyond to exceed expectations.

We take action to improve neighborhoods and communities by being environmentally responsible and creating a more sustainable world.

We are driven to deliver results in the right way.

We encourage a human centered culture that honors the unique potential and dignity of every person.

POSITION SUMMARY: A Dispatcher is responsible for the coordination of the utilization of drivers, trucks and containers to create capacity, maximize productivity and ensure prompt, courteous and efficient service to all customers.PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Ensure maximum productivity by achieving or exceeding Company-established goals by successfully routing vehicles.

Assign loads to drivers based on designated routes and driver location.

Prepare, update and dispense the daily route schedule.

Gather and maintain route sheet documentation for pick-ups (scheduled, missed, extra pick ups), route completions and driver locations.

Ensure route completion via the driver check-in process.

Courteously interact with customers, as required.

Report driver performance issues or concerns to appropriate management for resolution.

Follow all required safety policies and procedures.

Perform other job-related duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:Experience in a customer-facing position.

Two years of prior experience driving heavy commercial trucks, and/ or working as a dispatcher.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:High School Diploma or GED.

Rewarding Compensation and BenefitsEligible employees can elect to participate in: Comprehensive medical benefits coverage, dental plans and vision coverage. Health care and dependent care spending accounts. Short- and long-term disability. Life insurance and accidental death & dismemberment insurance. Employee and Family Assistance Program (EAP). Employee discount programs. 401(k) plan with a generous company match. Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP).The statements used herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work being performed by an employee in this position, and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required by an incumbent so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the Company.Republic Services is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, relationship or association with a protected veteran (spouses or other family members), genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.