Dispatcher Jobs in Buffalo Grove, IL

A Dispatcher in the maintenance and installation industry plays a vital role in coordinating maintenance and installation tasks. They are responsible for receiving service requests, scheduling technicians for jobs, and ensuring that technicians are informed about their assignments. Additionally, they might also handle inventory management, monitor progress of tasks, and manage customer concerns. They interact with clients, installation and maintenance technicians, and other industry professionals on a regular basis, making strong communication and organizational skills a must.

Critical skills for a Dispatcher include problem-solving, multitasking, proficiency with dispatching software and tools, and customer service. Some certifications that can boost a dispatcher's credibility are the Certified Telecommunicator (CT) from National Academies of Emergency Dispatch (NAED) and the Emergency Medical Dispatcher (EMD) certification for those dealing with emergency maintenance situations. Prior experience in roles like Customer Service Representative, Administrative Assistant, or Maintenance Technician can provide valuable industry knowledge and skillset for a Dispatcher role.

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Public Safety Dispatcher- Elmhurst Hospital - Nigh

Elmhurst, IL (19 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
3 days ago

Elmhurst, IL (19 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
3 days ago

Providing training and support to new Public Safety Dispatchers as needed. Staying current with emergency dispatch protocols and procedures....

HVAC Service Coordinator

Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
11 days ago

Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
11 days ago

Relevant titles: Service Dispatcher, Technical Support Specialist, HVAC Dispatcher, HVAC Support Specialist, HVAC Service Coordinator, HVAC Technical Advisor, HVAC Customer Support Specialist, HVAC...

Plumbing Dispatcher

Elgin, IL (17 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
20 days ago

Elgin, IL (17 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
20 days ago

Gpac is partnered with a plumbing contractor that is looking to hire a Plumbing Dispatcher to their team in the greater Chicagoland area!...

Public Safety On-Call Dispatcher

Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
45+ days ago

Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
45+ days ago

Maintain a constant presence at the dispatch center....

Facilities Service Coordinator (P/T)

Des Plaines, IL (8 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
45+ days ago

Des Plaines, IL (8 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
45+ days ago

Overview Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,...

Dispatcher

Franklin Park, IL (16 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
60+ days ago

Franklin Park, IL (16 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
60+ days ago

plans accordingly Review, correct, and follow up on work orders Enter purchase orders into the system Manage, plan and schedule preventive maintenance work orders based on priority Prepare and participate...

Dispatcher - Chicago South

Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
90+ days ago

Chicago, IL (23 miles from Buffalo Grove, IL)
90+ days ago

Skills Required and Physical Demands:Organize and prioritize time to balance conflicting demands related to customer care and dispatching....

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Demographic Data for Buffalo Grove, IL

Moving to Buffalo Grove, IL? Find some basic demographic data about Buffalo Grove, IL below.

Median Age

Average Household Income

Home Value vs Household Income in Buffalo Grove, IL

Local

National

Total Population

43,227

Number of Businesses

1,462

City Size

Medium

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Field Service Dispatcher Console for Dispatchers

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Salary for Dispatcher Jobs in Buffalo Grove, IL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireMaintenanceAndInstallation research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Dispatcher positions.

Highest Education Level

Dispatchers in Buffalo Grove, IL offer the following education background

High School or GED

33.0%

Vocational Degree or Certification

25.0%

Associate's Degree

17.9%

Bachelor's Degree

16.6%

Master's Degree

3.8%

Some College

2.0%

Some High School

0.9%

Doctorate Degree

0.8%

Average Work Experience

Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Dispatchers in Buffalo Grove, IL

1-2 years

34.4%

Less than 1 year

24.2%

None

20.3%

2-4 years

13.4%

4-6 years

7.7%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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