truck scheduler

Minimum Requirements

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: 7 months to less than 1 year

Work Setting

• Trucking firm

Tasks

• Prepare user guides and other public service information
• Design new or modify existing schedules using computer software or other methods
• Compile equipment and personnel records, including hours in service, distances, maintenance, repairs required and other data, to produce operating reports
• Assign personnel to equipment and routes and schedule work shifts
• Plan most efficient route schedules according to factors such as peak travel periods, holidays, special events and construction
• Review personnel availability and other pertinent information to establish schedule parameters

Security and Safety

• Criminal record check

Work Conditions and Physical Capabilities

This position requires attention to detail and the ability to work under pressure. Candidates must have good organizational skills and the ability to communicate effectively.