truck dispatcher

Tristar Transport Ltd.; Abbotsford; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional transportation company in Abbotsford is seeking a dispatch coordinator to manage personnel and maintain accurate records. The role requires a secondary school graduation certificate and 3-5 years of experience in dispatching within the trucking industry. Proficiency in dispatch management software and excellent communication skills are essential. This position necessitates working on-site without remote options, ensuring that operational standards and safety compliance are maintained.

Qualifications

• 3 years to less than 5 years of experience in a relevant field.
• Experience in trucking industry with dispatching knowledge.
• Computer and technology knowledge essential for the role.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy of completed time sheets, payroll, and summaries.
• Maintain work records and logs for operational efficiency.
• Dispatch personnel according to schedules and work orders.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Ability to work independently

Knowledge of cross border dispatching regulations

Knowledge of highway trucking regulations

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

Dispatch management service software

Monitoring and tracking software

Job description

Overview

Languages: English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

Work setting

• Transportation
• Warehouse

Location

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Responsibilities

• Ensure accuracy of completed time sheets, payroll and other summaries
• Maintain work records and logs
• Provide customer service
• Dispatch personnel according to schedules and work orders
• Follow-up on issues with work orders
• Keep track of shipments
• Knowledge of cross border dispatching regulations and practices
• Knowledge of highway trucking and associated rules and regulations
• Maintain vehicle operator work records
• Process and transmit information and instructions to co-ordinate the activities of vehicle operators and crews using dispatching equipment
• Record mileage, fuel use, repairs and other expenses
• Schedule assignments and co-ordinate activities of vehicle operators, crews and equipment

Experience and specialization

Computer and technology knowledge

• Dispatch management service software
• Monitoring and tracking software

Service experience

• Trucking

Additional information

Security and safety

• Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Ability to work independently
• Fast-paced environment

Personal suitability

• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication