Part-Time HVAC Dispatcher — AM & PM Shifts Available in Farmers Branch, Texas at Modern Mechanical Services
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Job Description
Modern Mechanical Services is hiring two reliable, detail-oriented Part-Time HVAC Dispatchers to coordinate daily service operations and support our back office. Every dispatcher schedules and communicates with field technicians and customers; in addition, each shift owns a specialized administrative function — purchase order management (AM) and billing prep or billing & accounts receivable (PM). The ideal candidate is organized, communicates clearly, and thrives multitasking in a fast-paced environment. Tell us in your application which shift and which specialty fits you best.
Core Dispatch Duties (Both Shifts)- Schedule and dispatch HVAC and Plumbing technicians for service, maintenance, and installation calls based on service requests, technician availability, and geography.
- Coordinate daily technician schedules to maximize efficiency and customer satisfaction.
- Communicate work orders, job assignments, schedule changes, and updates to field technicians.
- Monitor technician progress throughout the shift and adjust schedules as needed.
- Answer incoming calls, emails, and assist customers with scheduling and service inquiries professionally.
- Maintain accurate dispatch logs, schedules, and service records.
- Coordinate with management to resolve scheduling conflicts and service issues.
Schedule: Monday–Friday, part-time. Two shifts available:
- AM shift: 8:00 AM–1:00 PM (approx. 25 hrs/week)
- PM shift: 1:00 PM–6:00 PM (approx. 25 hrs/week)
Classification: Part-time, non-exempt On-Call: Rotating on-call schedule required (see below)
AM Shift Specialty — Purchase Order Management- Create, review, and process purchase orders accurately and promptly.
- Reconcile purchase orders against vendor invoices, receipts, and work orders.
- Clean up and maintain open, aging, and unmatched purchase orders; research and resolve discrepancies.
- Follow up with vendors and technicians on missing documentation, pricing, and receiving confirmation.
- Support month-end close by ensuring purchase orders are matched, received, and reconciled.
- Prepare, review, and process customer invoices accurately and promptly.
- Verify completed work orders, labor hours, materials, and pricing prior to invoicing.
- Reconcile invoices, purchase orders, and service tickets to ensure billing accuracy.
- Process customer payments and maintain accurate payment records.
- Support AR by monitoring outstanding invoices and following up on past-due balances.
- Communicate with customers regarding billing questions, payment status, and corrections.
- Assist with month-end billing and administrative reporting.
Both positions participate in a rotating on-call schedule. While scheduled on call:
- On-call incentive: $125 per on-call period.
- Per-call pay: additional 0.5 hour of pay for each call handled while on call.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent verbal and written communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced environment.
- Proficiency with data entry and office/accounting software.
- Prior dispatch, purchasing, billing/AR, or HVAC/trades office experience preferred.