Dispatcher

Dispatcher 

Location: Oak Harbor, Washington - Naval Air Station Whidbey Island 

Type: Non-Exempt 

Work Schedule: Full Time, Temporary (Not to exceed 100 days without union approval) 

Compensation: $33.06 - $33.06 per hour 

Benefits: Tessera is proud to offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package to our eligible part-time and full-time employees. 

Full-Time benefits of a Dispatcher at Tessera include: 

• Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) retirement plan, Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance  

• $7.15/hour Health and Welfare Benefit 

• $5.62/hour Pension Plan Health and Welfare Benefit 

• Flexible Spending Accounts for both medical and dependent care  

• 11 paid federal holidays, accrual of 12 paid days of vacation at the start of employment, paid sick leave 

• Potential shared earning bonus 

• Tuition assistance is available after 1 year of employment and potential scholarships for qualified dependents 

• Professional development, certifications, and training opportunities 

• Verizon wireless discount 

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and an engaging wellness program 

• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility for full-time employees 

Tessera is dedicated to “Creating Opportunities for People with Disabilities” by hiring and supporting individuals with disabilities as well as veterans with disabilities. We take pride in our purpose-driven culture, our core values - Inclusion, Partnerships, Integrity - and our commitment to providing a safe and respectful work environment to our employees.  

Tessera is seeking a Dispatcher for the Transportation Shop that has a positive and can-do attitude. The Dispatcher is responsible for the assignment of motor vehicles and drivers for the conveyance of freight or passengers and complies with lists of available vehicles. Additional responsibilities include the issuance of keys, record sheets, and driver credentials.   

Typical duties include but are not limited to:  

• Assign vehicles to drivers to provide transportation for approved government business while ensuring the efficient and effective use of vehicles and drivers.  Ensures vehicles are cleaned and ready for issue – has basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance and can communicate issues to maintenance staff.   

• Maintain a system of gathering information to update fleet inventory and service records by ensuring that outgoing odometer mileage, destination, and estimated time of return, as well as return odometer mileage, return time, information from vehicle users, and other observable necessary maintenance and repair work are recorded. Leverage GPS system to record vehicle location and mileage.  

• Manage information in Tessera and Navy Maximo, including work orders, vehicle information, warranties, maintenance data, and costs. Communicate with Navy Transportation personnel and provides information and reports.  

• Monitor the actual release and return of fleet vehicles to ascertain the current location and user of each vehicle by establishing and/or maintaining a standard system of recording the release of the vehicle to and the return of the vehicle from the user.  

• Schedule servicing of fleet vehicles, including lubrication, oil and filter changes, body and engine repair, tires, necessary warranty work, and cleaning of vehicles to ensure efficient and sound operating condition.  

• Issue keys and a Fleet card with the vehicle.  

• Maintain records in contractor-approved information system.  

• Provide backup support for facility key issues when locksmiths are in the field.  

• Provide backup support for warehouse functions when needed.  

• Manage information in Maximo, including work orders, vehicle information, warranties, and maintenance data.  

• All Other Duties as Assigned. 

Qualifications:   

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in Transportation 

Physical Requirements: 

Employees must have the ability to perform the following physical demands for extended periods of time with or without assistance. The physical demands of this position may be reasonably accommodated for individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions on a case-by-case basis.   

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. 

• May be required to reach, kneel, walk, stand, and use repetitive motion for several hours at a time based on position duties. 

• Work may require repetitive motion, reaching, lifting, kneeling, and walking. Standing or sitting for several hours at a time, climbing in and out of a vehicle, and up and down stairs may also be required.  

• Must have the perseverance to work effectively under pressure for extended periods of time. 

Requirements:  

• A valid state driver’s license is required with the ability to obtain and maintain coverage by Tessera’s insurance. 

• Access to a federal military installation requires a REAL ID-compliant driver's license or an acceptable alternative, such as a U.S. passport or military ID, in accordance with the REAL ID Act. Please visit this website for more information: https://www.dhs.gov/real-id.  

• Must be able to obtain and maintain applicable security clearances and installation access. A background check and E-Verify will be conducted for this position.  

Union Affiliation:  

This position is represented by the IUOE, Local 302.