Truck Dispatcher

Grow your career with Remco! A leader in the transportation & warehousing industry as a Truck Dispatcher for our team in Brampton, where you will assist in achieving the objectives of the P&D operation (% on-time delivery), bringing any discrepancies negatively impacting the P&D operation to the dispatch supervisor as well as any driver problems negatively impacting the P&D operation.

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Duties and Responsibilities

• Under the direction of the Terminal Manager, assists in achieving the objectives of the P&D operation (% on-time delivery).
• Create daily trips in the system for the drivers.
• Manage on time performance of deliveries.
• Bring to the attention of the Driver Trainer and/or Dedicated Dispatch and Driver Manager any driver problems impacting the operation (P&D or Dock).
• Be familiar with all P&D routes and any problem areas, resolving issues as necessary.
• Perform the route leveling task to achieve maximum efficiency.
• Ensure equipment is held as needed for maintenance.
• Plan the P&D activities and staffing required to meet the objectives (and to advise the Dispatch Supervisor of the requirements).
• Ensure drivers are aware of all/any unusual delivery/pickup requirements and update TMS System (Truck Mate).
• Ensure drivers are made aware of all appointment deliveries, cash collects and C.O.D.'s
• Prioritize and assign pickups to drivers to ensure maximum efficiency.
• To be familiar with all P&D routes and any problem areas.
• Ensure all appointment freight is brought to the attention of the AM Operations Supervisor and is loaded in a way to ensure on time delivery.
• Monitor and track all equipment as assigned or moved.
• To perform driver checkout as required.
• To assist drivers resolve any conflicts in a professional manner.
• To ensure all updates in Truck Mate System are done in real time for statuses of all trucks and trailers.
• Follow up with line haul as needed.

Requirements and Qualifications

• Strong previous experience dispatching in an Less than Truck Load (LTL) transport environment, city/local dispatching
• Transportation/Trucking Industry experience required
• Working knowledge in Truck Mate
• Solid judgement, problem-solving and decision-making skills and a proven record of taking the initiative and responsibility
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to communicate within a diverse environment

For over 50+ years Remco has built a solid reputation across Canada as the innovative leader in fashion warehousing & distribution with warehousing in Montreal, Toronto, and Vancouver and a distribution network that reaches Canada's retail stores and outlets on a scheduled basis.

What distinguishes the Remco team most is the can-do attitude and flexibility of our people. Each member of our team takes personal pride in helping our clients gain momentum towards greater success.

Are you ready to take the next step in your career with us? Send us your resume, we would love to hear from you!

At Remco we act with Integrity. Our workplace is built on mutual respect and inclusion. We know that diversity of experience has led to success. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, experiences, beliefs, and identities.

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