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Valley Carriers is looking for a full time Dispatcher for our central dispatch office. Do you like a fast-paced environment? Do you enjoy a challenge and variety? Are you a self-starter and a team player?
If you answered YES to these questions you are the candidate we are looking for to join our team.
About us:
We are a multi-generational, family owned log hauling, trucking and specialty transportation company with hubs based in Merritt and Abbotsford, BC, and operations reaching into Alberta and Washington. We haul wood residuals, soil, bark mulch, logs, grain, mushroom manure, and more. Currently, we have a fleet size of nearly fifty trucks and employ over 100 people.
The Position:
The Dispatcher position is focused on customer service, on time deliveries and overall driver satisfaction. This role is integral to the success of the Company, and involves the planning, coordination and asset matching to effectively transport our customer’s freight in a timely manner. Our goal is to provide excellent service to all our our customers as well as our drivers and operators through effective planning and communication. The Dispatcher assists and advises the Management team with the daily schedules for trucks in order to facilitate the servicing of various mills.
Ideal Candidate:
Our ideal candidate is someone that matches the skill set listed below and is willing to work and train to become a key contributor to our team. It is not necessarily the experience that we are looking for (although helpful!), it is their energy and willingness to learn and apply their skills to be successful.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
- Ability to follow direction, ask questions, and complete assigned tasks on time
- Ability to multi-task while maintaining a strong attention to detail
- Positive attitude with the ability to be flexible, proactive, reliable and enthusiastic
- Takes initiative, has a strong willingness to learn
- Has intermediate to advanced knowledge of MS Office, specifically Word, Excel and Outlook
- Relevant industry and previous logistics and customer service experience is an asset
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high volume environment
- Has an understanding of hours of service requirements, permits, and border paperwork
Compensation:
Competitive salary with 100% employer paid extended benefits. RRSP/DPSP program after one year.
Please forward your resume and cover letter.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- Profit sharing
- Vision care
Schedule:
- 10 hour shift
Work Location: One location
