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Dispatcher - Day Shift

Waabi
Location
Dallas, TX
Posted
26 days ago
Department
Road Operations
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 2+ years of experience in dispatch, fleet operations, mission control, or a highly technical operations center environment
  • Demonstrated ability to lead or supervise others
  • Strong coordination and problem-solving skills
  • Familiarity with transportation regulations (DOT, FMCSA)
  • Experience working in a technical or testing environment
  • Strong technical proficiency with fleet management software and dispatch tools
Nice to have
  • Direct people-management experience
  • Prior autonomous vehicle experience or work with engineering teams
  • Experience running a comms desk or operations center
  • Direct customer or shipper communication experience in a time-critical freight environment
  • Familiarity with Jira, Fleetio, Motive, or comparable platforms
What the job really is

The Dispatcher at Waabi is responsible for managing daily operations during the day shift, which includes assigning crews, trucks, and trailers for autonomous missions. This role involves real-time monitoring of mission execution, troubleshooting issues, and acting as a liaison between various teams. Additionally, the Dispatcher leads a team of Fleet Specialists and ensures compliance with transportation regulations while maintaining communication with customers and managing mission records.

Benefits
  • Competitive compensation and equity awards
  • Health and wellness benefits including Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
  • Paid parental, medical and family care leave
  • Generous PTO Policy
  • Retirement savings plans including 401(k) or RRSP options
  • Health savings account contribution options
Things to weigh
  • Day shift may require extended hours of up to approximately 14 hours
  • Flexibility in start and end times based on operational needs
  • High mission volume during day shift may lead to a fast-paced work environment
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