Trucking Dispatcher

SUMMARY OF POSITION

We are looking for an experienced truck dispatcher to join our team. The qualified individual will work as a member of our Operations Team to communicate effectively with our drivers about their lane. The candidate will also provide updates to customers regularly and as requested. This position will dispatch truck drivers for deliveries to customers and provide necessary communications to complete tasks.

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

Previous dispatching experience is required along with knowledge of the Ports, either as a driver or dispatcher.
Schedule, Plan and Dispatch Trucks/Drivers.
Book, change & cancel pickup/delivery appointments.
Communicate with customers, shippers and receivers to coordinate pickups and deliveries.
Handle customer inquiries in a timely, professional manner.
Strong verbal and written English communication skills
Proficient with the use of a computer, including but not limited to the use of Microsoft Office Software (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
Strong understanding of the transportation industry and associated laws
Experience working with customers through various means of communication and ability to manage customer relations.
Determine efficient and safe routing methods of transportation.
Manage scheduling of shipments and notify departments or customers of arrival/pickup dates
Answer inbound calls from customers for dispatching and to obtain trucking rates for incoming/outgoing shipments
For more information, please contact at 4167294141

Visit Us at our office: 2327 Dundas StLondon, ON N5V 1R4

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

Pay: $17.00-$24.00 per hour

Additional pay:

Bonus pay
Overtime pay
Schedule:

8 hour shift
Monday to Friday
Weekends as needed
Experience:

dispatching: 1 year (preferred)