Dispatcher (Hourly) 3+ Years Experience Required

Company Overview

At Tennessee Standard, our mission is to become the #1 plumbing home services company in the greater Knoxville area to take the power out of the hands of crooked contractors, give tradesmen the opportunity to create wealth for their families and love what they do, and be a light in the community to the glory of God. We are committed to doing it RIGHT:

Relationships – good business begins with building strong relationships.

Integrity – never a shade of dishonesty or deceit.

Growth – intentional improvement every day.

Hustle – working smarter and harder than anyone else.

Tenacity – “can-do” attitude, never giving up till the job is done.

Summary

Dispatchers play a critical role in our call center’s day-to-day operations. They serve as the central communication hub for the service department, efficiently coordinating and dispatching service technicians to ensure our clients receive service in a timely and effective manner. Good dispatchers will prioritize and assign jobs based on urgency and proximity while handling incoming calls and requests with professionalism, troubleshooting logistical challenges, and keeping accurate records in Service Titan (our CRM). They are reliable, quick thinkers who thrive under pressure, possess excellent verbal and written communication skills, and maintain a client-focused mindset. If you excel at problem-solving on the fly and enjoy the challenge of keeping operations running smoothly, we want to hear from you!

Compensation: $20-$24/hour depending on experience. $5 commission for every new opportunity booked and completed. $100 on-call bonus for each week on-call (once/month). Up to $6,000/year possible from gross margin bonuses. Estimated gross annual salary: $50,000-$65,000

Schedule: 7:30AM – 5PM, Monday – Friday

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and dispatch service tech plumbers to ensure timely and efficient service for our clients.


• Receive incoming calls from clients and prioritize service needs.


• Monitor real-time location and status of vehicles.


• Use our “Right Tech Right Call” protocol to assign jobs, routes, or trips to the most appropriate driver or technician based on location, availability, and skillset.


• Communicate clearly with techs and managers via phone, text, and Service Titan.


• Provide clients with accurate ETAs (Estimated Time of Arrival) and updates on service status.


• Troubleshoot and resolve scheduling conflicts, delays, or emergencies as they arise.


• Maintain detailed records of all dispatches, communications, and service activities in Service Titan.


• Monitor traffic conditions, weather, and road closures that may impact operations.


• Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and DOT (Department of Transportation) requirements (when applicable).


• Handle urgent or escalated situations, including breakdowns, accidents, or service failures.


• Collaborate with the Install Coordinator for larger plumbing jobs.


• Attend and participate in company training meetings and skill practice sessions.


• Assist with other call center duties as needed.


• Show attentiveness and promptly respond to client needs while working On Call.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience in a dispatching role required. Dispatcher experience specifically in a home services setting is a plus.


• Competence with CRM systems. Experience specifically with Service Titan is a huge plus.


• Competence with phone systems and working in call center environment.


• Excellent problem-solving skills. Ability to make quick decisions under pressure.


• Highly organized with excellent follow-through skills.


• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.


• Engaging positive attitude that loves to serve and thrives in a fast-paced goal-driven environment.


• Maintains control of the call.


• Displays confidence.


• Ability to build trust and show empathy with clients.


• Self-motivated for personal development.


• Bilingual or multilingual skills are a plus but not required.

Benefits

• 15 days of PTO every year


• 7 paid holidays every year


• Health insurance


• Dental insurance


• Vision insurance


• 401(k) w/company matching


• Free onsite chiropractic care once a week


• Free subscription to Dave Ramsey's Smart Dollar