Dispatcher
First Student • Prairie View, IL • Posted June 20, 2026
About the Role
At First Student, our Dispatchers are a constant reflection of our company's commitment to safety and customer service. The Dispatcher is responsible for dispatching all buses, ensuring on-time performance of routes, and counseling drivers and monitors on front line.
**At First Student, we are proud to offer:**
+ $24-27/hr starting wage, depending upon experience
+ M-F 9a-6p full time schedule
+ Health, dental, vision, 401k, and PTO benefits within the first 31 days of hire
+ Tremendous Career Advancement Opportunities due to a strong presence across North America
+ Positive and rewarding work environment
**Dispatcher Responsibilities:**
+ Oversees all routes and scheduling of buses
+ Counsels and coaches drivers and monitors
+ Handles heavy phone and radio traffic
+ Takes all scheduling and driver complaints, report to Operations Supervisor/Contract Manager
+ Serves as primary communication liaison with major contracted custo...
**At First Student, we are proud to offer:**
+ $24-27/hr starting wage, depending upon experience
+ M-F 9a-6p full time schedule
+ Health, dental, vision, 401k, and PTO benefits within the first 31 days of hire
+ Tremendous Career Advancement Opportunities due to a strong presence across North America
+ Positive and rewarding work environment
**Dispatcher Responsibilities:**
+ Oversees all routes and scheduling of buses
+ Counsels and coaches drivers and monitors
+ Handles heavy phone and radio traffic
+ Takes all scheduling and driver complaints, report to Operations Supervisor/Contract Manager
+ Serves as primary communication liaison with major contracted custo...