Fracturing Dispatch

Calfrac-Well-Service; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Calfrac-Well-Service in Alberta is seeking a Dispatch, Fracturing to coordinate personnel and equipment for fracturing jobs, dispatching to meet job requirements and timelines.

You will maintain safety certifications, communicate with customers and operations, and supervise scheduling, with seven days on / seven days off schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• 5+ years progressive experience in fracturing service operations.
• Experience supervising or in a dispatch role is preferred.
• Valid Class 5 driver’s license and a satisfactory driving record.

Responsibilities

• Identify employee and equipment requirements to meet job requirements/specifications.
• Dispatch employee and equipment assignments and coordinate with crews, maintenance and other Dispatchers.
• Maintain cooperative relationships with internal and external customers.
• Communicate with external customers and Calfrac’s operations group on regulations and directions.
• Collaborate with Coordinator, Admin and Sales/Marketing on upcoming jobs and progress updates.
• Review and approve job programs to ensure appropriate equipment is provided.
• Obtain transportation permits as required.
• Monitor crew logistics and scheduling; coordinate testing of fluid samples.

Skills

Dispatch coordination

Logistics management

Communication

MS Office

Safety oriented

Education

High school diploma or GED

5+ years fracturing service experience

Supervisor/dispatch experience

Valid Class 5 Driver's Licence

Satisfactory driving abstract

Job description

The Dispatch, Fracturing will be a member of the Fracturing Department and will report to the Coordinator, Fracturing. The Dispatch, Fracturing will be responsible for identifying employee and equipment requirements and availability for fracturing jobs and dispatching accordingly.

Specific Accountabilities

• Identify employee and equipment requirements to meet job requirements/specifications.
• Dispatch employee and equipment assignments – including communication with employees, maintenance and other service line Coordinators and Dispatch.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective relationships with internal and external customers contacted in the course of work.
• Communicate between external customers and Calfrac’s operations group; transportation regulations, guidelines and directions including road bans, weather conditions, weight and size restrictions and other relevant information.
• Interact with the Coordinator, Administrator and Sales and Marketing on upcoming jobs, crew requirements and progress updates of the fracturing jobs.
• Review and approve job programs to determine appropriate equipment is provided; capable of pumping within equipment limitations.
• Obtain transportation permits as required to meet operational requirements.
• Monitor and track crew logistics in accordance with scheduling requirements.
• Communicate with fellow Dispatch (across service lines) regarding scheduling of upcoming work.
• Coordinate the testing of fluid samples between the client and laboratory.
• Administrative work as required.
• Maintain all required safety and legislated certifications and courses.

Key Attributes and Competencies

• Flexibility to work a variety of shifts (shift-work, rotational, on-call).
• Excellent interpersonal, relationship-building, and verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated success with leading the creation of business process and improvement initiatives.
• Operational knowledge of all of the company’s applicable procedures, equipment, and governmental regulations is a must.
• Strong knowledge of provincial and federal transportation regulations, policies and procedures, equipment maintenance, and dispatch operations.
• Must be familiar with oilfield terminology and equipment.
• Proficient with MS Office.
• Detail and safety oriented.

Schedule

• Seven (7) days on, Seven (7) days off.

Education and Experience

• High school Diploma or GED preferred.
• 5+ years progressive work experience in the Fracturing service line including developed operational experience in all equipment.
• Preferred experience as a Supervisor 1 or in a dispatch role.
• Valid Class 5 Drivers License or equivalent required.
• Satisfactory Drivers Abstract required.

Closing date for this job posting is noon on Friday July 17, 2026.