Dispatcher Jobs in Fairfax, VA

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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Dispatcher/Admin

  • Manassas, VA (8 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Manassas, VA (8 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 5 days ago

Operations Dispatcher will perform regular administrative duties including data entry, interaction with our drivers for checking them in/out, routing maintenance on our TRUX system, processing work...

Facilities Management Assistant Manager/Service Coordinator

  • Falls Church, VA (16 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA (16 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Celebrated as the #2 Top Workplace in the D.C. region for 2024 by The Washington Post, Goodwin Living is more than a team - it's a global family of individuals who represent more than 65...

Service Coordinator

  • Leesburg, VA (14 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Leesburg, VA (14 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 7 days ago

Overview Are you looking for a career in a fast paced, growing business with lots of opportunity for advancement? If so, then Encore Fire Protection may be the place for you. Encore is redefining...

Resident Service Coordinator & Concierge Manager

  • Reston, VA (7 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Reston, VA (7 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 10 days ago

Job Overview: The Resident Service Coordinator & Concierge Manager is responsible for overseeing the efficient operation of package receipt, storage, and delivery systems, as well as managing...

Dispatcher

  • Manassas, VA (8 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Manassas, VA (8 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 16 days ago

Furr is seeking a skilled and organized Dispatcher to play a pivotal role in ensuring our field technicians are dispatched efficiently and effectively....

Dispatcher

  • Manassas, VA (8 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Manassas, VA (8 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 18 days ago

As a Dispatcher youll have: A proven track record in customer service/dispatch. At least 2 years of Dispatch experience in a residential home service setting....

Residential Service Coordinator

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 24 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 24 days ago

SOME (So Others Might Eat) provides material aid and comfort to our vulnerable neighbors in the District of Columbia, helping them to break the cycle of poverty and homelessness through programs...

Ready Mix Concrete Dispatcher - Sterling

  • Sterling, VA (8 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Sterling, VA (8 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 30+ days ago

Responsibilities Titan Virginia Ready Mix has an immediate opening for an experienced Concrete Dispatcher in Sterling, VA. This is a salaried non-exempt position reporting to the Dispatch Manager....

Dispatcher/Shuttle Driver

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 45+ days ago

Skookum is seeking a responsible and organized Dispatcher with a positive attitude....

Dispatcher - Chantilly, VA

  • Chantilly, VA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Chantilly, VA
  • 60+ days ago

Update dispatch job board daily by adding and cancelling pending and confirmed jobs....

Dispatcher Part Time

  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Fairfax, VA)
  • 90+ days ago

May dispatch orders and relay messages and special instructions to employees and other departments, using radio telephone equipment. Other duties as assigned....

Demographic Data for Fairfax, VA

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Salary for Dispatcher Jobs in Fairfax, VA

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 Fairfax, VA 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 Fairfax, VA
1-2 years
34.4%
Less than 1 year
24.2%
None
20.3%
2-4 years
13.4%
4-6 years
7.7%


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