Dispatch Clerk(Part-Time)-Harlingen
Position in Harlingen, TX
Job Title: Dispatch Clerk (Flexible Hours in Harlingen) Company: Waste Management Based in: Harlingen, TX
Pay Rate: $19-$24/Hour (approx. $22.9k/Year) Benefits: Employee discounts and perks (where applicable). Excellent work-life balance in Harlingen.
Day-to-Day
This role focuses on your professional skills with a schedule that fits your life.
- This Harlingen-based role is an excellent opportunity for professionals skilled in customer service.
- Our Waste Management team in Harlingen, TX is growing.
- Benefit from working in Harlingen, a key hub for the Waste Management And Logistics industry.
Company Overview
Waste Management is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental and waste management services. Guided by a strong commitment to environmental sustainability, safety, and community service, Waste Management operates modern collection fleets, material recovery facilities, and waste-to-energy conversion systems. As an industry leader, Waste Management offers market-leading compensation packages, comprehensive health benefits, career stability, and excellent internal advancement opportunities.
Position Summary & Responsibilities
As a Dispatch Clerk at Waste Management, you provide vital administrative and operational support to route dispatchers and commercial drivers. Operating fleet management software, you track collection vehicle locations via GPS telematics, log route completion statuses, process driver paperwork, and re-route trucks to handle priority customer requests. You also manage driver check-in queues, audit hours-of-service logs, and communicate route delays to customer service teams. This position is 100% physical and strictly requires full on-site presence inside the fleet dispatch office (zero remote options).
Qualifications & Benefits
High School Diploma or GED equivalent required. Requires 1+ years of administrative, data entry, or logistics dispatch support experience. Strong computer skills, fast data entry capabilities, and clear phone communication abilities are essential. Offers competitive hourly pay, annual wage progression, full health/dental benefits, 401(k) company match, paid vacation, paid personal days, and promotion tracks into Route Coordinator roles.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does the Dispatch Clerk position pay at Waste Management?
This role offers a pay range of $19 - $24. Actual compensation may vary based on experience, shift, and location within Harlingen.
Where is this Dispatch Clerk job located?
This position is based in Harlingen, TX. Waste Management has facilities throughout the region, but this specific opening is in Harlingen.
Do I need prior experience to apply for this Dispatch Clerk job?
No prior experience is required. Waste Management provides all necessary training for new hires. This is an entry-level opportunity open to candidates from all backgrounds.
What benefits does Waste Management offer for this position?
Waste Management provides comprehensive benefits starting Day 1, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, and employee assistance programs.
Do Waste Management employees get discounts?
Yes, Waste Management associates enjoy employee discounts and other perks. Exact discount details and eligibility are provided during orientation.
How do I apply for this Dispatch Clerk position in Harlingen?
You can apply directly on this page by clicking the 'Apply Now' button. The application process is quick and typically takes just a few minutes. Waste Management reviews applications on a rolling basis.
