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Motor Vehicle Dispatcher

Akima

Falls Church, VA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
ASE, Cargo/Freight, Communication Skills, Community Support, Distribution Services, Diversity, Driver's License, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Federal Contracts, File Maintenance, Fleet Management, Government, High School Diploma, Information Technology & Information Systems, Interpersonal Skills, Keyboards, Legal, Loading/Unloading, Management of Information Systems/Technology (MIS), Medical Conditions, Multitasking, Operational Improvement, Organizational Skills, Performance Management, Record Keeping, Resolve Customer Issues, Secret Clearance, Security Equipment, System Integration (SI), Systems Administration/Management, Systems Engineering, Transportation Routing, Truck Driver, Vehicle Fleets
LOCATION
Falls Church, VA
POSTED
7 days ago
ASE Seeks a Motor Vehicle Dispatcher to support the PFPA LSS program. The Motor Vehicle Dispatcher serves as a liaison between the Motor Vehicle Operators and PFPA FALD Fleet Management office (s) to monitor incidents related to PFPA motor vehicle operations, e.g., accidents, breakdowns, etc.; informs appropriate supervisory staff of known or possible issues and provides follow-up communications. To join our team of outstanding professionals, apply today!


Responsibilities


+ A motor vehicle dispatcher is responsible for scheduling and dispatching various vehicles such as passenger, cargo, and bus.

+ They monitor alarm systems to detect illegal entry and ensure the serviceability of communication equipment.

+ They calculate penalty fees and maintain complete vehicle logs using fleet management information systems.

+ Motor vehicle dispatchers also maintain records of mileage, fuel usage, and costs.

+ They process documents, enter police-related data, and manage operator vehicle inspections.

+ Additionally, they assist vehicle operators during breakdowns and resolve customer complaints.

+ They type commands on computer keyboards to update files and maintain logs.

+ The assignment of vehicles is determined by factors such as length and purpose of trip, freight or passenger requirements, and preference of user.

+ Additional responsibilities include the issuance of keys, record sheets, and driver credentials.

+ The Dispatcher records time of departure, destination, cargo, expected time of return and investigates overdue vehicles.

+ The Dispatcher may confer with customers to expedite or locate missing, misrouted, delayed or damaged merchandise, maintain record of mileage, fuel used, repairs made, and other expenses.

+ The Dispatcher may establish service or delivery routes, supervise loading and unloading, issue equipment to drivers, (such as hand trucks, dollies, and blankets), direct activities of drivers, assign helpers to drivers, work at vehicle distribution centers, and assign vehicles to customer agencies.


Qualifications


+ Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience as a dispatcher.

+ Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.

+ Knowledge of dispatch codes and phonetic alphabet.

+ Able to work for extended hours under stressful conditions.

+ Strong interpersonal skills.

+ Outstanding communication skills.

+ High school diploma or GED equivalent.

+ Valid driver's license.

+ Secret or higher clearance is required.


Job ID


2026-22254

Work Type


On-Site

Pay Range


30.53

Health & Welfare


5.09

Benefits


SCA - The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits. Vacation, holiday and sick Leave offered will be as defined under the DOL's Wage Determination.

Company Description


Work Where it Matters


Akima Systems Engineering (ASE), an Akima company, is not just another federal systems support contractor. As an Alaska Native Corporation (ANC), our mission and purpose extend beyond our exciting federal projects as we support our shareholder communities in Alaska.


At ASE, the work you do every day makes a difference in the lives of our 15,000 Iñupiat shareholders, a group of Alaska natives from one of the most remote and harshest environments in the United States.


For our shareholders , ASE provides support and employment opportunities and contributes to the survival of a culture that has thrived above the Arctic Circle for more than 10,000 years.


For our government customers , ASE delivers solutions in maritime IT, systems engineering, and integration across the Department of Defense and stands ready to help improve operational performance at a reasonable and sustainable cost.


As an ASE employee , you will be surrounded by a challenging, yet supportive work environment that is committed to innovation and diversity, two of our most important values. You will also have access to our comprehensive benefits and competitive pay in addition to growth opportunities and excellent retirement options.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. All applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, gender or gender-identity, age, marital status, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, pregnancy or parental status, or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability, or have known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, and would like to request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us at job-assist@akima.com or 571-353-7053 (information about job applications status is not available at this contact information).

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