First Student | Careers

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First for a reason:

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

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 for our location in Wright City.

At First Student, we are proud to offer:

$19-20/hr starting hourly rate
Monday through Friday full-time day shift schedule
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 customer
May handle charter reservations, billing, or driver payroll
Provides solutions to drop-off and pick-up problems
Handle back-up driver duties or perform miscellaneous clerical duties as needed
Completes assignment of special projects
Assists with supervision of day-to-day operations

Dispatcher Experience and Skills Required:

3-5 years experience
High school diploma or equivalent
Basic knowledge of radio dispatch equipment
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to deliver under time constraints and deadlines
Previous terminal operations, dispatch, or driver experience
Computer literate
Subject to DOT drug testing and physical. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

First Students commitment to putting our customers first, dedication to safety, and an ambition to deliver dependable transportation makes for a working environment you\'ll love. As a huge company with 120,000 staff and over 2.5 billion customers worldwide, you\'ll also enjoy security, a brilliant future, and excellent training.

Apply today to join our team!

We aspire to have a culture where all people are First. We strive to attract and retain a diverse workforce therefore all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. For candidates applying to positions in San Francisco or Los Angeles California, First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance or Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance. First is an equal opportunity employer and by doing so we will sustain and promote an inclusive culture that supports future growth for all."

In the state of Washington, all technician and driving positions, including but not limited to van drivers and any other position requiring employees to drive a company-owned vehicle, are considered safety-sensitive and are therefore subject to drug and alcohol testing, including cannabis.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. First is also committed to providing a drug-free workplace. First will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with the requirements of the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Los Angeles Fair Chance Ordinance, and any other fair chance law. Philadelphia\'s Fair Criminal Record Screening Standards Ordinance Poster is at this link or upon request https://www.phila.gov/media/20210423160847/Fair-Chance-Hiring-law-poster.pdf.

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At First Student, we are proud to offer:

$19-20/hr starting hourly rate
Monday through Friday full-time day shift schedule
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 customer
May handle charter reservations, billing, or driver payroll
Provides solutions to drop-off and pick-up problems
Handle back-up driver duties or perform miscellaneous clerical duties as needed
Completes assignment of special projects
Assists with supervision of day-to-day operations

Dispatcher Experience and Skills Required:

3-5 years experience
High school diploma or equivalent
Basic knowledge of radio dispatch equipment
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to deliver under time constraints and deadlines
Previous terminal operations, dispatch, or driver experience
Computer literate
Subject to DOT drug testing and physical. DOT Regulation 49 CFR Part 40 does not authorize the use of Schedule I drugs, including marijuana, for any reason.

Apply today to join our team!

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First for a reason:

At First Student, our Assistant Location Managers are a constant reflection of our company\'s commitment to safety and customer service. The ALM is responsible for assisting the Location Manager in supervising daily operations, monitoring performance, identifying safety issues, and resolving conflicts for our new Wright City location.

At First Student, we are proud to offer:

$60-65k starting salary
Monday through Friday day shift schedule
Full health, dental, vision, 401k benefits within 31 days of hire
2 weeks PTO plus 5 sick days
Tremendous Career Advancement Opportunities due to a strong presence across North America
Positive and rewarding work environment

Assistant Location Manager Responsibilities:

Ensures home to school routes are covered in a timely and efficient manner
Interfaces with drivers regarding concerns and performance issues
Investigates client complaints and coordinates resolutions
Ensures achievement of on time performance goals
Monitors driver safety and makes Injury Prevention (IP) contacts with drivers to identify and resolve safety issues
Assist Contractual Manager with review and resolution of union grievances
Ensures dispatch staff assigns spare drivers and buses as required to provide on-time coverage of routes
Audits and corrects athletic trip invoices based on company guidelines

Assistant Location Manager Experience and Skills Required:

High school diploma or equivalent
3-5 years experience in transportation
2-3 years supervisory experience
Computer literacy skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Familiar with basic vehicle mechanic processes and maintenance
Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
Work extended hours regularly, including weekends
Possess working vehicle to travel within service area as needed

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Apply today to join our team!

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First for a reason:

At First Student, we are proud to offer:

$60-65k starting salary
Monday through Friday day shift schedule
Full health, dental, vision, 401k benefits within 31 days of hire
2 weeks PTO plus 5 sick days
Tremendous Career Advancement Opportunities due to a strong presence across North America
Positive and rewarding work environment

Assistant Location Manager Responsibilities:

Ensures home to school routes are covered in a timely and efficient manner
Interfaces with drivers regarding concerns and performance issues
Investigates client complaints and coordinates resolutions
Ensures achievement of on time performance goals
Monitors driver safety and makes Injury Prevention (IP) contacts with drivers to identify and resolve safety issues
Assist Contractual Manager with review and resolution of union grievances
Ensures dispatch staff assigns spare drivers and buses as required to provide on-time coverage of routes
Audits and corrects athletic trip invoices based on company guidelines

Assistant Location Manager Experience and Skills Required:

High school diploma or equivalent
3-5 years experience in transportation
2-3 years supervisory experience
Computer literacy skills with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
Familiar with basic vehicle mechanic processes and maintenance
Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and manage time effectively
Work extended hours regularly, including weekends
Possess working vehicle to travel within service area as needed

Apply today to join our team!

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Programs & Services
- Home to School
  Full-service student transportation
- Special Needs Transportation
  Service, training & support
- Alternative Transportation
  Non-yellow bus services
- Non-Contract Services
  À la carte services
- Charter Bus & Van Rental
  After school, field trips & events
Technology
- Halo™
  Our proprietary technology platform
- First View®
  Vehicle tracking – districts & parents
Electrification
- Electric Buses
  Sustainable fleet solutions
- First Charge™
  Above-ground charging infrastructure
Safety & Training
- Safety Culture
  Practices, processes & technology
- Driver Training
  Comprehensive programs for drivers
- First Serves®
  Student support training program
- Safety Dog
  Our safety ambassador mascot
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- Leadership
  Meet our team
- Newsroom
  Media kit, news & stats
- Press Releases
  Recent happenings & developments
- Investor Relations
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Contact
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- Contact Form
  Connect with us
- Submit an RFP
  Request a competitive proposal
- Feedback
  Community feedback portal
- Mergers & Acquisitions
  Our step-by-step process
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Programs & Services
- Home-to-School
  Full-service student transportation
- Special Needs Transportation
  Service, training & support
- Alternative Transportation
  Non-yellow bus services
- Non-Contract Services
  À la carte services
- Charter Bus & Van Rental
  After school, field trips & events
Technology
- HALO™
  Our proprietary technology platform
- First View®
  Vehicle tracking – districts & parents
Electrification
- Electric Buses
  Sustainable fleet solutions
- First Charge™
  Above-ground charging infrastructure
Safety & Training
- Safety Culture
  Practices, processes & technology
- Driver Training
  Comprehensive programs for drivers
- First Serves®
  Student support training program
- Safety Dog
  Our safety ambassador mascot
About
- About First Student
  The leader in student transportation
- Leadership
  Meet our team
- Newsroom
  Media kit, news & stats
- Press Releases
  Recent happenings & developments
- Investor Relations
  Financials & investor relations events
Contact
- Partner with Us
  Improve your student experience
- Contact Us
  Connect with us
- Submit an RFP
  Request a competitive proposal
- Provide Feedback
  Community feedback portal
- Mergers & Acquisitions
  Our step-by-step process

Dispatcher

First Student

Washington, Missouri, US

Full Time

$19 - $20/Hr

400 M.E. Frick Drive Washington, MO 63090 United States of America

First for a reason:At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passe...

Posted 2026-01-06

Assistant Location Manager

First Student

Washington, Missouri, US

Full Time

400 M.E. Frick Drive Washington, MO 63090 United States of America

First for a reason:At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passe...

Posted 2026-01-06

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