Dispatcher - Flatbed

Kim-Tam Logistics is growing If you're looking for a rewarding career opportunity with a family run, industry leading organization, bring your experience and motivated attitude to Samuel, Son & Co. Due to our continued success, we are seeking a Dispatcher to join the team in Burlington, ON. If you think you have what it takes to become part of our team, contact us today.

**Here is some of what we have to offer**:

- Competitive compensation
- Paid vacation and an annual bonus
- Flexible Benefits Program that includes **three (3) Medical Plan options**, all of which include prescription drug, dental and vision coverage, starting on the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
- Opportunity for fast advancement and career growth

**Responsibilities**:

- Coordinate, schedule and assign drivers and trucks based on customer requirements.
- Build loads, runs and schedule customer deliveries or pick-ups & ensure safety compliance is met in all circumstances.
- Create freight bills and assign to trucks.
- Send load information to truck drivers through PeopleNet system.
- Ensure follow up with drivers to execute loads as instructed by customers and delivery standards & requirements.
- Communicate effectively with customers and truck drivers.
- Communicate with Safety group and ensure prompt communications regarding incidents and or accidents.
- Advise, coordinate and arrange permits with compliance group.
- Ensure load details, notes and critical information is entered into load sheets and orders at all times to ensure seamless billing process.
- Support and back-fill other Fleet Coordinators as required as well as assist other team members in related activities.
- Other duties as assigned.

**Qualifications**:

- High school diploma or equivalent.
- 1 to 2 years of dispatch experience.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills.
- Able to work under pressure and manage competing deadlines.
- Strong computer skills including Microsoft Word, Outlook and Excel.
- Able to work in a team and independently.
- Experience using mainframe systems as well as transport management system is an asset.

**Job Types**: Permanent, Full-time

**Benefits**:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday