Dispatcher/Router Combo

About the position

This is a remote position that includes virtual training and can be located anywhere in the U.S. The role requires experience in dispatch, routing, and optimizing routes, along with strong communication and computer skills. At WM, we believe a job is more than a paycheck; it's an opportunity for you and your family. We are committed to making WM a great place to work and grow a career, focusing on sustainability, people, growth, stability, and family. We are investing in our employees with a competitive total compensation package.

Responsibilities

  • Communicates back and forth with WM Drivers to assist with problem resolution while on route for residential, commercial and roll-off lines of business.
  • Handles incoming service orders, directs drivers, and resolves service issues.
  • Interacts with customers that includes WM customer service, sales, and operational staff (i.e. Route Managers, Mechanics etc.).
  • Uses WM proprietary software to manage same day ticket routing as well as preparing all routes for the next day.
  • Dispatches drivers to calls as they are received, using information on customer needs, drivers’ locations and loads, and daily factors to balance cost and customer satisfaction.
  • Works with sites and the service department to optimize routes based on needs of the customer.
  • Determines the daily level of driver staffing to provide best mix of responsiveness and productivity.
  • Assigns routes and service tickets to appropriate drivers throughout the day and for the next day; manages and determines route actions and assuring route completion.
  • Handles fields incoming calls and e-mails from customer service and sales department; manages requests for all pick-up or delivery on any container movement within the Market area.
  • Initiates communication to customers while drivers are on-site/location, resolving pick-up and other issues delaying the service.
  • Troubleshoots and resolves potential delivery and pick-up problems before they result in service issues.
  • Ensures same-day service on missed pick-ups by managing the routing for all routes and tracking Driver movement in the field.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma or G.E.D.
  • 6 months of relevant work experience with working in a team setting, with the ability to communicate to several areas effectively
  • Multi-tasking in a fast-paced work environment with excellent organizational skills.
  • Experience in Dispatch/Routing/Optimizing Routes Needed!
  • Strong Communication and Computer Skills Preferred!

Benefits

  • Virtual Training
  • Your Tomorrow Education Assistance Program
  • paid on-the-job training
  • Medical
  • Dental
  • Vision
  • Life Insurance
  • Short-term disability
  • Stock purchase plan
  • Company matching on a 401(k)
  • Paid vacation
  • Holidays
  • Personal days
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