17h ago

Dispatcher

Kansas City, MO

$45k-$55k / yearest.

full-timemidtransportation

🛠 Tech Stack

💼 About This Role

You'll lead daily transportation operations as the critical communication hub, coordinating drivers, vehicles, and routes for student transportation. You'll ensure seamless service delivery by orchestrating real-time problem-solving and emergency response. This role offers the chance to make a tangible impact in a rapidly expanding Series E startup backed by Sequoia Capital and SoftBank.

🎯 What You'll Do

  • Direct and monitor daily driver and vehicle assignments for route coverage
  • Communicate details and assist drivers with routing and special assignments
  • Coordinate vehicle service and repairs with the Maintenance Manager
  • Respond to emergency calls and coordinate the emergency response network
  • Maintain route documentation and records for compliance

📋 Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Proficiency with Microsoft or G Suite applications (Sheets, Docs, Slides)
  • Experience in high-pressure, time-sensitive operations (transportation, logistics, etc.)

✨ Nice to Have

  • Leadership or supervisory experience in fast-paced environments
  • School busing or transportation experience as driver or dispatcher
  • Knowledge of state DOT/DMV safety rules and local area geography

📨 Hiring Process

Estimated timeline: 2-4 weeks · AI estimate

  1. 1Recruiter Screen· 30 min
  2. 2Hiring Manager Interview· 45 min
  3. 3Operational Assessment· 60 min
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