Full job description Rosenau Transport Ltd is hiring!
We are looking for an enthusiastic and EXPERIENCED City and Rural LTL Dispatcher to join our Medicine Hat Operations team Rosenau Transport is now part of GLS Canada!
This allows us to deliver exceptional transportation solutions nationwide.
Join us as we embark on this exciting journey together!
*Please insure your resume is up to date and includes dates you were in each position PRIOR to applying* We offer: Day Shift: 8am - 5pm Well maintained modern fleet, and facilities ! Comprehensive Benefit Program & Employee Assistant Plan ! 100% Employer Paid RSP Plan (after 1 year) ! Paid orientation & Training; paid time off!
Incentive Program Year round consistent work!
Lots of opportunities for career advancement!
Must have reliable transportation as there is limited bus service for this location.
General Responsibilities: The Dispatcher is responsible for planning loads and routes for pick up and delivery of general freight.
Working with other dispatchers and the Terminal Manager you will ensure on-time delivery and pick-ups as well as the effective use of drivers and equipment while working in a high tempo, constantly changing environment.
Specific Responsibilities: Answer phones and take customer service requests for all freight service.
Help plan loads based on meet customer requests and time lines.
Assign proper vehicles for various types of freight.
Coordinate drivers freight schedules so return trips are full, and the most effective use of company schedule and resources.
Contact drivers and customers to arrange pick up and delivery times.
Inform drivers of any changes in routes.
Manage equipment (i.e.) trailers, trucks, etc.
and ensure enough equipment is available for the next day deliveries.
Liaise with management and other branches.
Observe all company rules, policies and procedures with regards to quality control, Occupational Health and Safety, etc.
Primarily responsible to report any injuries / incidents immediately as reported by Drivers.
Other duties as assigned by the Terminal Manager; Job Hazard This position requires Dispatchers to work directly with Drivers which may require trips to the dock, shop floor, and trailer yard; Dispatchers will require to wear steel toe boots when they are required to work in safety sensitive area; Application Details: *Only those with 2 years dispatch experience will be considered for this role.
Applicants with an Active Temporary Work Permit are eligible to apply and must present their passport and Social Insurance Number information during the interview process.
Preference for local candidates only.
There is no relocation assistance provided for this role.
This role does not qualify for an LMO under the Temporary Foreign Worker Program or Rural Stream program All Employees are required to comply with all company and regulatory safety requirements.
Each employee is responsible for their personal safety #RoseLP Job Type: Full-time Pay: $21.00 per hour Benefits: Dental care Employee assistance program Life insurance Paid time off Ability to commute/relocate: Medicine Hat, AB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required) Application question(s): Have you provided a CURRENT resume with all details listed (dates employed and locations) Please note that incomplete resumes will not be considered for this role.
Education: Secondary School (preferred) Experience: AS400: 2 years (preferred) LTL dispatching: 2 years (preferred) Dispatching: 2 years (required) Location: Medicine Hat, AB (required) Work Location: In person