Dispatcher/Router

Jobgether; Canada; Remote; CAD 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote work in Canada

Medical, dental, vision insurance

RRSP with employer matching

Employee stock purchase plan

Paid vacation & holidays

Training & development

Full-time employment

Modern dispatch tools

Job summary

Jobgether, listing on behalf of a partner company, seeks a Dispatcher/Router based in Canada to coordinate daily field operations across residential, commercial, and roll-off services. You will connect drivers, customers, and internal teams, manage routes, and resolve issues in real time to boost productivity and customer satisfaction.

The role emphasizes strong organization, adaptability, and quick decision-making in a fast-paced environment, with remote work options within Canada and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; other education is an asset.
• At least six months of dispatching, logistics, or operations support experience.
• Around two years of dispatching experience is advantageous.
• Strong communication and coordination with drivers and internal teams.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel up to 15% and to work occasional overtime.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily dispatch by communicating with drivers and assigning service calls.
• Optimize routes with operations teams to balance efficiency and costs.
• Assign routes and tickets, monitor progress, ensure completion.
• Handle calls/emails to coordinate pickups, deliveries, and moves.
• Communicate with customers and drivers to resolve on-site issues.
• Monitor driver activity and schedule for same-day resolutions.
• Determine daily staffing and allocate resources for responsiveness.
• Use dispatch systems to manage requests and plan next-day routes.
• Identify opportunities to improve routing and customer experience.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Problem-solving

Dispatch software

Adaptability

Teamwork

Overtime flexibility

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dispatch software

Email systems

Job description

This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Dispatcher/Router based in Canada.

In this role, you will play a key part in coordinating daily field operations and ensuring reliable, efficient service delivery across residential, commercial, and roll-off operations. You will act as a central point of communication between drivers, customers, customer service teams, sales representatives, and operational departments. By managing routes, assigning service requests, and resolving issues in real time, you will help optimize productivity while maintaining high customer satisfaction. This position requires strong organizational skills, adaptability, and the ability to make quick decisions in a fast-paced environment. You will also contribute to improving operational efficiency and ensuring that scheduled services are completed safely and on time. Join a collaborative team in an essential industry that offers stable employment and opportunities for professional growth.

Accountabilities

• Coordinate daily dispatch operations by communicating with drivers and assigning service calls based on customer needs, driver availability, locations, and workload.
• Optimize daily and next-day routes in collaboration with operational teams and service departments to balance efficiency, cost management, and customer satisfaction.
• Assign routes and service tickets to appropriate drivers, monitor progress throughout the day, and ensure all scheduled services are completed.
• Manage incoming calls and emails from customer service and sales teams, coordinating pickup, delivery, and container movement requests across the assigned market area.
• Communicate proactively with customers and drivers to resolve on-site issues, missed pickups, delivery delays, and other service-related challenges.
• Monitor driver activity and route completion to identify potential disruptions and coordinate same-day solutions for missed services.
• Determine daily staffing requirements and allocate resources effectively to maintain service responsiveness and operational productivity.
• Use internal dispatching systems and routing software to manage real-time service requests and prepare routes for the following day.
• Identify opportunities to improve routing processes, operational performance, and the overall customer experience.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; additional education or relevant training is an asset.
• At least six months of relevant professional experience, preferably in dispatching, logistics, transportation, customer service, or operations support.
• Previous dispatching experience of approximately two years is considered an advantage.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to coordinate effectively with drivers, customers, and multiple internal departments.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities, with the capacity to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced operational environment.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make timely decisions when handling unexpected service disruptions.
• Comfortable working with computers, dispatching software, email, and other digital tools.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain accurate operational information while managing multiple requests.
• A proactive, adaptable, and team-oriented approach, with a strong commitment to customer satisfaction and service quality.
• Flexibility to accommodate occasional overtime or Saturday shifts depending on operational requirements.
• Willingness to travel occasionally, potentially up to 15%, to support assigned locations and collaborate with local dispatch teams.

Benefits

• Salary: Annual base salary ranging from CAD 55,000 to CAD 62,500, depending on experience, qualifications, and work location.
• Remote work: Remote working arrangement in Canada.
• Comprehensive healthcare: Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• Financial protection: Life insurance and short-term disability coverage.
• Retirement savings: Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with employer matching contributions.
• Employee investment: Access to an employee stock purchase plan.
• Paid time off: Paid vacation, statutory holidays, and personal days.
• Career development: Training, professional development, and opportunities for internal advancement.
• Job stability: Full-time employment in an essential industry providing year-round services to communities.
• Modern technology: Access to operational tools and technology designed to support safe and efficient service delivery.

How Jobgether works:

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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