Dispatcher - Calgary

1 week ago


Rocky View County, Canada Overland West Full time

**Overland West Freight Lines Ltd. is your key to reach your full potential.**

As the leading expedited over-the-road carrier in Western Canada, we have 24 owned and operated service centers in British Columbia, Alberta, the Yukon and Northwest Territories. With this extensive network, we are always looking for people to join our team.

With our vision of providing the best service possible, our team members are critical to our success. So, if you thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, we have a career for you

If you possess vitality and passion for supporting dispatch operations, then you have the qualities we are looking for to become a valuable member of our team

**Job Summary**

Coordinate local P&D traffic for Overland West Freight Lines Ltd.

**Work Schedule**:
Monday to Friday; 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

**Essential Functions**:

- As part of the operations team, establish, modify and execute daily dispatch plan.
- Update trip sheets & records in the dispatch system, ensuring the accuracy of miles paid and log hours.
- Day to day communication, via phone and ELD, with drivers to ensure proper load instructions are passed along and carried out.
- Manage breakdown situations and follow up with maintenance to ensure that freight is moved through to destination as quickly as possible.
- Coordinate all local deliveries with drivers and dock staff to ensure timely deliveries and pick ups

- Monitor driver performance.
- Track driver vacation schedules and keep information current

- Experience in dispatch in the logistics and transportation industry considered an asset
- Strong organizational skills, planning skills, and multitasking ability
- A customer service mindset and excellent communication skills
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
- Excellent working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite is required (Word, Excel, Outlook)
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
- AS400 knowledge an asset

**Compensation & Benefits**

- Competitive wage
- Comprehensive benefits package available after successful completion of probationary period including extended medical, prescription, vision and dental coverage and RPP company matching program

**To apply**:
**Why Join Overland West Freight Lines Ltd?**

**The Best Coverage in the West**

Overland West Freight Lines Ltd. provides a premier transportation network for all our customers. We put their needs first, ensuring an exceptional service experience through innovation, people, technology and cost efficiency. Our core values set us apart from the rest. We create value for our customers through on-time, damage-free, and hassle-free service daily. We provide a work environment where safety is never compromised. We lead with integrity and foster an honest, ethical, and accountable workforce. We strive for continuous improvement through innovation, technology and supporting the people we work with.
- We thank all applicants, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted._
- Overland West Freight Lines Ltd. is committed to the principles of employment equity and encourages all qualified members of the designated groups to apply._

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