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Call Handler / Emergency Call Dispatcher
full-timeManchester

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Location

Manchester

Type

full-time

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About this role

About TaskUs: TaskUs is a provider of outsourced digital services and next-generation customer experience to fast-growing technology companies, helping its clients represent, protect and grow their brands. Leveraging a cloud-based infrastructure, TaskUs serves clients in the fastest-growing sectors, including social media, e-commerce, gaming, streaming media, food delivery, ride-sharing, HiTech, FinTech, and HealthTech. 

The People First culture at TaskUs has enabled the company to expand its workforce to approximately 45,000 employees globally. Presently, we have a presence in twenty-three locations across twelve countries, which include the Philippines, India, and the United States.

It started with one ridiculously good idea to create a different breed of Business Processing Outsourcing (BPO)! We at TaskUs understand that achieving growth for our partners requires a culture of constant motion, exploring new technologies, being ready to handle any challenge at a moment’s notice, and mastering consistency in an ever-changing world.

What We Offer: At TaskUs, we prioritize our employees' well-being by offering competitive industry salaries and comprehensive benefits packages. Our commitment to a People First culture is reflected in the various departments we have established, including Total Rewards, Wellness, HR, and Diversity. We take pride in our inclusive environment and positive impact on the community. Moreover, we actively encourage internal mobility and professional growth at all stages of an employee's career within TaskUs. Join our team today and experience firsthand our dedication to supporting People First.

About TaskUs: TaskUs is a provider of outsourced digital services and next-generation customer experience to fast-growing technology companies, helping its clients represent, protect and grow their brands.

The People First culture at TaskUs has enabled the company to expand its workforce to approximately 65,000 employees globally. Presently, we have a presence in twenty-three locations across twelve countries, which include the Philippines, India, and the United States.

As a Call Handler / Emergency Call Dispatcher you will provide real-time guidance and support to autonomous vehicles (AVs) in complex driving scenarios. As a fleet response team member, you can expect to assist autonomous vehicles in real-time.

Join our team today and experience firsthand our dedication to supporting People First.

Benefits: At TaskUs, we prioritize our employees' well-being by offering competitive industry salaries and comprehensive benefits packages. The salary offered for the role is £32k per year, while the benefits include:
- Private Medical Insurance (PMI) through BUPA
- Dental Insurance through BUPA
- Life Insurance through Canada Life
- Income Protection Insurance through Canada Life
- Pension Insurance through Aviva

Minimum Requirements:

  • Pass a background check, drug test, and physical.
  • 999/ Emergency Telecommunications experience or similar - minimum of 1 year experience
  • Valid drivers license with 3 years of driving experience and a clean driving record

Responsibilities:

  • Navigational Assistance: Guide AVs through challenging situations, such as blocked streets, narrow lanes, and private driveways, ensuring efficient and safe navigation.
  • Decision Making: Collaborate with AVs to optimise driving paths, considering factors like lane closures and traffic conditions.
  • Safety Oversight: Monitor AV behaviour and intervene to prioritise safety and avoid potential hazards.
  • Human-Machine Interaction: Maintain effective communication with AVs to ensure seamless cooperation and timely responses.
  • Problem Solving: Adapt to dynamic road conditions and rapidly address unexpected challenges.
  • Continuous Learning: Contribute to the improvement of AV technology by analysing past performance and identifying opportunities for optimization.
  • Safety Compliance: Ensure adherence to all relevant safety regulations and certifications.

Do you have what it takes to become an Emergency Response Specialist ?

  • Deescalation skills/experience
  • Strong focus on safety and attention to detail
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
  • Strong customer service, de-escalation, communication and interpersonal skills with 2 years experience
  • Adaptability to new technologies and processes
  • Ability to self-correct and learn from previous mistakes
  • Maintain safety compliance certifications
  • Ability to stay focused and seated for multiple hours at a time
  • Ability to multitask in dynamic situations
  • Schedule flexibility to support a 24*7 operation including holidays

TaskUs will also provide:

  • Be part of a pioneering team shaping the future of transportation
  • Contribute to enhancing safety and efficiency on the roads
  • Work in a collaborative and supportive environment
  • 28 days paid time off
  • Birthday Leave
  • Referral Incentive Program

How We Partner To Protect You: TaskUs will neither solicit money from you during your application process nor require any form of payment in order to proceed with your application. Kindly ensure that you are always in communication with only authorized recruiters of TaskUs.


DEI: In TaskUs we believe that innovation and higher performance are brought by people from all walks of life. We welcome applicants of different backgrounds, demographics, and circumstances. Inclusive and equitable practices are our responsibility as a business. TaskUs is committed to providing equal access to opportunities. If you need reasonable accommodations in any part of the hiring process, please let us know.

We invite you to explore all TaskUs career opportunities and apply through the provided URL https://www.taskus.com/careers/.

Other facts

Tech stack
Emergency Telecommunications,Deescalation Skills,Safety Oversight,Problem Solving,Customer Service,Communication,Interpersonal Skills,Adaptability,Attention to Detail,Decision Making,Multitasking,Continuous Learning

About TaskUs

TaskUs is a different breed of BPO. We are a collective of highly capable humans, who understand how to deploy technology and data to best serve your purpose. From Digital CX to Trust & Safety, AI Services, Risk + Response, Consulting, and anything in between, we consider ourselves responsible for protecting our partners’ interests and supporting their long term success through innovation and technology - powered by ridiculously smart people.
TaskUs partners with the world’s most innovative and disruptive brands to protect what matters most and to thrive in an ever changing world.

Team size: 10,001+ employees
LinkedIn: Visit
Industry: Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting
Founding Year: 2008

What you'll do

  • As a Call Handler / Emergency Call Dispatcher, you will provide real-time guidance to autonomous vehicles in complex driving scenarios. Responsibilities include ensuring safe navigation, monitoring vehicle behavior, and optimizing driving paths.

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What does a Call Handler / Emergency Call Dispatcher do at TaskUs?

As a Call Handler / Emergency Call Dispatcher at TaskUs, you will: as a Call Handler / Emergency Call Dispatcher, you will provide real-time guidance to autonomous vehicles in complex driving scenarios. Responsibilities include ensuring safe navigation, monitoring vehicle behavior, and optimizing driving paths..

Why join TaskUs as a Call Handler / Emergency Call Dispatcher?

TaskUs is a leading Outsourcing and Offshoring Consulting company.

Is the Call Handler / Emergency Call Dispatcher position at TaskUs remote?

The Call Handler / Emergency Call Dispatcher position at TaskUs is based in Manchester, England, United Kingdom. Contact the company through Clera for specific work arrangement details.

How do I apply for the Call Handler / Emergency Call Dispatcher position at TaskUs?

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