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Dispatcher/Router Combo
Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Gaithersburg, Montgomery County, Maryland, 20883, USA
Listed on 2026-06-07
Gaithersburg, Montgomery County, Maryland, 20883, USA
Listing for:
Waste Management, Inc. (WM)
Full Time, Remote/Work from Home
position Listed on 2026-06-07
Job specializations:
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Transportation
Dispatcher, Transportation Logistics
Job Description & How to Apply Below
To include Virtual Training
Shift: 7am-5:30pm ET - Prefer to be flexible within 2am-6pm ET operation hours
Dispatch, Logistics, Routing, Call Center experience preferred!
Strong Communication and Computer skills a plus!
I.
Job Summary
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. Shifts vary with the potential for overtime and Saturday hours
depending on each Market area dispatch center needs. Some travel (up to 15%) may
be required to work face to face with sites dispatcher is responsible for.
II.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
* 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
III. Qualifications
A.
Required Qualifications
* 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
* No experience Multi-tasking in a fast-paced work environment with excellent
organizational skills.
B.
Preferred Qualifications
IV.
Physical Requirements
Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and
occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable
accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions of the job.
Pay:
The expected base pay range for this on-site position is $19.00 - $21.00 .
This range represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific
salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of
factors including the candidate’s relevant experience, education, training,
certifications, qualifications, and work location.
V. Benefits
At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package
including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short Term Disability. As
well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on 401K, and more! Our employees
also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that
benefits may vary by site.
If this sounds like the opportunity that you have been looking for, please click
Apply.
ABOUT WM
WM ( []) is North America's leading provider of
comprehensive environmental solutions. Previously known as Waste Management and
based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and
achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides
collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential,
commercial, industrial, medical and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and
Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics
and…
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