CODE: 249.167-014Buy the DOT:Download/CD-ROM
TITLE(s): DISPATCHER, MOTOR VEHICLE (clerical)

Assigns motor vehicles and drivers for conveyance of freight or passengers: Compiles list of available vehicles. Assigns vehicles according to factors, such as length and purpose of trip, freight or passenger requirements, and preference of user. Issues keys, record sheets, and credentials to drivers. Records time of departure, destination, cargo, and expected time of return. Investigates overdue vehicles. Directs activities of drivers, using two-way radio. May confer with customers to expedite or locate missing, misrouted, delayed, or damaged merchandise. May maintain record of mileage, fuel used, repairs made, and other expenses. May establish service or delivery routes. May issue equipment to drivers, such as handtrucks, dollies, and blankets. May assign helpers to drivers. May be designated according to type of motor vehicle dispatched as Dispatcher, Automobile Rental (automotive ser.); Dispatcher, Tow Truck (automotive ser.).
GOE: 07.05.01 STRENGTH: S GED: R3 M2 L3 SVP: 5 DLU: 78
ONET CROSSWALK: 58005 Dispatchers- Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance