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WM

Dispatcher / Router

WM

. Communicate back and forth with WM drivers to assist with problem resolution while on route for residential, commercial, and roll-off lines of business .

Posted 9/15/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesJunior💰 $21 - $27 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in dispatching, routing, and optimizing routes while effectively communicating with drivers and customers. Capable of managing service orders and ensuring timely resolution of service issues in a fast-paced environment.

Highest-signal resume keywords
DispatchingRoutingOptimizing RoutesOrganizational SkillsCommunication Skills

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Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills
Route ManagementService Order HandlingProblem ResolutionMultitaskingDriver Assignment
Soft Skills
Team CollaborationCustomer CommunicationAdaptability
Tools & Technologies
WM Proprietary Software
Certifications & Qualifications
High School DiplomaG.E.D.REAL ID or TSA-Approved Alternative
Industry Keywords
Service IssuesCustomer SatisfactionContainer MovementsOperational StaffFast-Paced Environment

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Communicate back and forth with WM drivers to assist with problem resolution while on route for residential, commercial, and roll-off lines of business
  • Handle incoming service orders, direct drivers, and resolve service issues
  • Interact with WM customer service, sales, and operational staff, including Route Managers and Mechanics
  • Use WM proprietary software to manage same-day ticket routing and prepare routes for the next day
  • Dispatch drivers to calls based on customer needs, driver locations and loads, and daily factors balancing cost and customer satisfaction
  • Optimize routes with sites and the service department based on customer needs
  • Determine daily driver staffing levels to optimize responsiveness and productivity
  • Assign routes and service tickets to appropriate drivers throughout the day and for the next day
  • Manage route actions and assure route completion
  • Handle incoming calls and emails from customer service and sales departments
  • Manage requests for pickups or deliveries involving container movements within the market area
  • Communicate with customers while drivers are on-site to resolve pickup and other service issues
  • Troubleshoot and resolve potential delivery and pickup problems before they become service issues
  • Ensure same-day service on missed pickups by managing route assignments and tracking driver movement in the field
  • Work flexible shifts within 5am–7pm CT operating hours, with potential overtime and Saturday hours
  • Travel up to 15% may be required to work face-to-face with sites

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • High School Diploma or G.E.D.
  • 6 months of relevant work experience with working in a team setting and the ability to communicate to several areas effectively
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced work environment
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Experience in dispatching, routing, and optimizing routes needed
  • Strong communication and computer skills preferred
  • Must have or be willing to obtain a REAL ID or TSA-approved alternative if required for business air travel or federal-property access

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Your Tomorrow Education Assistance Program
  • Paid on-the-job training
  • Established career progression
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Short-term disability coverage
  • 401(k) with company matching
  • Stock purchase plan
  • Discounted stock options
  • Dependent day care
  • Paid vacation
  • Paid holidays
  • Paid personal days