truck dispatcher
Description
Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. Work setting: Various locations. Tasks: Ensure accuracy of completed time sheets, payroll and other summaries. Maintain work records and logs. Perform general office duties. Provide customer service. Advise vehicle operators of traffic and other problems. Follow-up on issues with work orders. Knowledge of cross border dispatching regulations and practices. Knowledge of highway trucking and associated rules and regulations. Operate radio equipment. 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. Service experience: Trucking. Work conditions and physical capabilities: Ability to work independently. Attention to detail. Personal suitability: Client focus. Efficient interpersonal skills. Excellent oral communication. Excellent written communication. Flexibility. Organized. Reliability. Team player. Screening questions: Do you have experience working in this field?. Experience: 1 year to less than 2 years. Employment terms options: Shift. Support for youths: Participates in a government or community program or initiative that supports youth employment. Offers on-the-job training tailored to youth. Support for Indigenous people: Offers mentorship, coaching and/or networking opportunities for Indigenous workers . Develops and maintains relationships with indigenous communities, indigenous-owned businesses and organizations .