Utilities Dispatcher - Colorado Springs Utilities - Colorado Springs, CO

The Utilities Dispatcher is responsible for providing the central point of communication for all dispatch functions for gas, water and electric, wastewater and revenue protection. This position operates a variety of communication equipment including two-way radios, pagers, cell phones, and personal computers in order to receive, prioritize, schedule and dispatch emergency and non-emergency calls for service. This position also coordinates internal and external agencies, vendors, and equipment for field crews. Due to the importance of this position, the successful incumbent will be required to work shift work (days, swings, flex, and nights), weekends, and holidays to ensure coverage for the organization.

As a Utilities Dispatcher, you will:
Contact or dispatch crews, mobile units or personnel to address repair, service or emergency needs


Receive, comprehend, and rapidly relay accurate information


Monitor, manage, and coordinate traffic on several radio channels


Proficiently use and operate software systems such as the Customer Care and Billing System and dispatching system


Assist callers in emergency situations and accurately ascertain the location and nature of the emergency, providing safety precautions prior to the technicians arrival


Monitor dispatched units for completion of task, emergency or availability


Coordinate communications and information with field crews, mobile units, other personnel and agencies


Respond to telephone requests for emergency and non-emergency assistance


Respond to inquiries from the public regarding activities or directing public to the appropriate source


Operate a variety of equipment including two-way radios, telephones, computers, printers and call-management in accordance with organizational regulations and guidelines


Prepare and maintaining records, logs, reports, and forms


Verify access to buildings and facilities during swing shifts


Plan, prioritize and schedule daily work activities of appropriate field personnel


Comply with the safety and health program in support of an incident and injury free workplace


Perform other related duties as requested or required


Why should you apply? During your time at Colorado Springs Utilities, you will have the opportunity to use leading edge technology, work in a fast paced and exciting environment, and expand your knowledge. In addition to your career, you will find work/life balance and a quality of life that cannot be beat here in Colorado Springs.


What will it take to be successful? While most candidates in this occupation would have completed a High School Diploma or General Equivalency Diploma (G.E.D.) and have about six months to two years experience in a relevant dispatching or customer service oriented field, the ideal candidate will have two to three years dispatch or call center experience. Utility experience is a plus.


In addition, we are most interested in your experience, demonstrated professional skills, and accomplishments in the following areas:


Skill in making effective decisions under stressful conditions


Remaining calm during emergency situations


Troubleshooting problems


Ability to work effectively in a group setting, with the public, other employees, and agencies


What a career at Colorado Springs Utilities can offer you…


As a community-owned enterprise for over 100 years, we offer the stability of providing a required service and commodity for our community


We are a diverse team of professionals who take pride in delivering exceptional service to our community through new and innovative technologies


We understand employees have competing priorities. That is why we have created an environment which embraces teamwork and flexibility


Join a diverse team of high performers who take pride in delivering exceptional service to our community and tap into the power of your potential! For more information and to apply, visit jobs.csu.org.


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