Dispatcher

First for a reason:

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

Dispatcher - New Britain, CT (Split Shift)

First Student is now hiring a Dispatcher to join our team!

At First Student, our Dispatchers are an integral part of daily operations. They serve as the central point of communication for drivers, school district staff, and internal teams, ensuring safe and reliable transportation for the communities we serve.

Why join First Student as a Dispatcher?

• Competitive hourly pay: $27.00 - $28.00 per hour
• Split shift schedule: Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM-10:00 AM & 2:00 PM-6:00 PM
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, and vision
• 401(k) savings plan with company match
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• Tremendous growth opportunities nationwide - many of our managers began their careers in dispatcher roles!
  
  

Dispatcher Responsibilities:

• Schedule and dispatch drivers to ensure on-time performance
• Maintain accurate records of routes, assignments, and driver availability
• Communicate effectively with school district personnel and drivers
• Respond to service issues and coordinate solutions in real time
• Support management with daily operational needs
  
  

Dispatcher Qualifications:

• Previous dispatch, scheduling, or transportation experience preferred
• Strong communication and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office, scheduling software, etc.)
• High school diploma or equivalent required
  
  

About Our Location

This Dispatcher role supports our partnership with the Consolidated School District of New Britain, helping ensure safe and dependable transportation for students every day.

Apply today to join our growing team in New Britain, CT!

In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia's Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf.