Transportation Dispatcher

Advantage Personnel; Cambridge; On-site; CAD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Advantage Personnel is seeking a proactive Dispatcher for our transportation client in Cambridge, ON. You will coordinate daily driver schedules, communicate with city drivers and outside carriers, and ensure timely, safe operations in a fast-paced environment.

The role requires prior dispatching experience, solid knowledge of transportation, and excellent problem-solving and multitasking abilities. AS400 experience is a plus; we value dependable, customer-focused personnel who can prioritize

Qualifications

• Previous dispatching experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong knowledge of transportation.
• Excellent customer service and problem solving skills.
• Strong communication skills.
• Comfortable with multitasking.
• AS400 experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate schedules for city drivers and outside carriers for LTL deliveries.
• Communicate clear instructions with all parties.
• Monitor and track shipments and relay information.
• Provide timely updates and resolve shipment issues.

Skills

Dispatching experience

Transportation knowledge

Customer service

Communication

Multitasking

Tools

AS400

Job description

Job Title:Dispatcher - transportation
Location:Cambridge, ON
Shift/Hours:9:00 am - 6 pm Monday to Friday

Pay Rate:$23.00 - 25.00/hr.

On behalf of our client, we are looking for a proactive and dependable person to support our customer's transportation team as a Dispatcher, playing a key role in coordinating daily operations and driver activity in a fast-paced environment for an upcoming opening. You will manage incoming requests, prioritize tasks effectively, and ensure drivers receive timely information to operate safely and efficiently.

Job Description

• Coordinate schedules for city drivers and outside carriers for LTL deliveries
• Communicate clear instructions with all parties
• Monitor and track shipments and relay information
• Provide clear communication, resolve shipment issues and delays

Requirements

• Previous dispatching experience operating in a fast-paced environment
• Above average knowledge in transportation
• Excellent customer service and problem solving skills
• Strong communication skills
• Comfortable with multitasking
• Previous experience with AS400 is preferred

We acknowledge that software used in our recruitment and selection process may have Artificial Intelligence components built in but confirm that all work assignment decisions are made by our expertly trained staff. The position advertised here is for a future vacancy.