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Dispatcher
Full-time
Lachine, QC

Shift: Overnight

The scope of this position is to be responsible for dispatching units to pickup and delivery freight, monitoring the performance of drivers and ensuring customer timelines are adhered to. 

How You’ll Help

• Coordinate deliveries, assign pick up requests, and enter line haul orders in the computer. 
• Assign appointment freight deliveries to trucks, manifest shipments, and check for expedited shipments. 
• Answer phones from drivers and customers. 
• Review yard check to ensure freight is not missed and trucks are on schedule. 
• Coordinate drivers to come back for second round of deliveries. 
• Coordinate daily P&D requirements. 
• Monitor driver performance and report finding to manager. 
• Identify areas for improvement and efficiencies. 
• Perform clerical duties for compliance and broker pay as required. 
• Other related duties as may be required.  

Your Skills & Experience: 

• An understanding of the geography of the area 
• High School graduate or equivalent  
• Transportation background in dispatch, dock supervision (2-3 years) 
• Computer literate in Excel and Word 
• Equipment knowledge is an asset 
• Strong problem solving skills with the ability to implement proactive solutions to support operational demands and efficiencies 
• Results focused 
• Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills to manage demands and resolve issues with drivers, coworkers, etc. 
• Must have a strong sense of urgency 
• Good communication skills 
• Must be able to work under a flexible work schedule  
• Must be a hands-on operator, trainer, coach and mentor 
• Must be able to build and maintain relationships  
• Must be a self-starter 
• English and French required

To apply, visit our Careers page at dayross.com.

If you’re chosen for the role, you’ll be asked to provide reference and criminal background checks before employment. You’ll only be contacted if you’re selected for an interview. 

The P&D Dispatch Team Leader is responsible for supervising and supporting a team of dispatchers, working closely with the Dispatch Supervisor to ensure the smooth running of daily operations. This role involves dispatching local units for freight pickups and deliveries, while closely monitoring driver and dispatcher performance to ensure efficiency and effectiveness. The Team Leader plays a key role in leading and motivating the team, ensuring high standards of service and operational performance.

How You'll Help:
• Execute the P&D plan, making adjustments as needed
• Answer driver and customer phones, including managing leased trucks
• Review yard audit to ensure freight is not missed and trucks are on schedule
• Coordinate drivers to return for second round of deliveries
• Coordinate daily P&D requirements
• Monitor driver performance and report findings to manager
• Identify areas for improvement and efficiencies
• Actively engage in process improvements to further develop our systems
• Provide mentoring and guidance to subordinates and other employees
• Provide training to support individual roles and to expand skills that drive employee engagement in growing the business
• Lead/influence/persuade cross-functional teams to ensure excellence in the execution of the dispatch operation.

Your Skills and Experience: 
• Minimum of high school education, with preference to post-secondary education (Supply Chain or Logistics Management or a combination of education and experience.
• Previous experience in transportation or operations is preferred, various roles in transportation would be beneficial. Recent graduates or current students are welcome. 
• Communication skills - advanced
• Computer skills - accuracy, MS products, Bringg, web programs such as TruckMate
• Demonstrated customer relations skills
• Able to work deadlines in a high transactional environment
• Ability to advocate for business needs collaboratively with colleagues
• Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills to manage requests and resolve issues with drivers, co-workers, etc.
• Ability to work a flexible work schedule
• Strong conflict resolution skills
• Leadership and team building focus; negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, ability to assess current situation, respond quickly to changing requirements, execute and escalate accordingly.
• Strong organizational and time management skills, including the ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced setting.
• Ability to multitask and prioritize in a deadline-driven environment; appropriate sense of urgency.
• Ability to work independently and collaborate with others to meet client expectations.
• English and French language skills required
• Able to work with little supervision
• Subject to a pre-employment criminal background check

The scope of this position is to be responsible for dispatching units to pickup and delivery freight, monitoring the performance of drivers and ensuring customer timelines are adhered to. 

How You’ll Help

• Coordinate deliveries, assign pick up requests, and enter line haul orders in the computer. 
• Assign appointment freight deliveries to trucks, manifest shipments, and check for expedited shipments. 
• Answer phones from drivers and customers. 
• Review yard check to ensure freight is not missed and trucks are on schedule. 
• Coordinate drivers to come back for second round of deliveries. 
• Coordinate daily P&D requirements. 
• Monitor driver performance and report finding to manager. 
• Identify areas for improvement and efficiencies. 
• Perform clerical duties for compliance and broker pay as required. 
• Other related duties as may be required.  

Your Skills & Experience: 

• An understanding of the geography of the area 
• High School graduate or equivalent  
• Transportation background in dispatch, dock supervision (2-3 years) 
• Computer literate in Excel and Word 
• Equipment knowledge is an asset 
• Strong problem solving skills with the ability to implement proactive solutions to support operational demands and efficiencies 
• Results focused 
• Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills to manage demands and resolve issues with drivers, coworkers, etc. 
• Must have a strong sense of urgency 
• Good communication skills 
• Must be able to work under a flexible work schedule  
• Must be a hands-on operator, trainer, coach and mentor 
• Must be able to build and maintain relationships  
• Must be a self-starter 
• English and French required

The P&D Planner will be responsible for planning, organizing and monitoring incoming and outgoing freight to ensure the most timely and efficient utilization of dock space, equipment and movement of freight. 

How You’ll Help

• Creating routes/load plans that take all business requirements into consideration [customer experience, operational efficiencies & increased cost savings for the company and our driver/broker community.
• Review route/load plan within system and initiate adjustments to the plan as required, inclusive of appointment freight.
• Trigger optimization, if necessary to ensure P&D plan is aligned.
• Ensure all trailer and route planning in accordance with transportation laws and company policies regarding weight and weight distribution, cbing, transportation of dangerous goods are being followed
• Monitor and review close times and productivity, noting trends to support improvement initiatives
• Ensure shipments are status coded when being added and/or removed from load plan
• Making suggestions for improvement in planning and dock processes for increased efficiency
• Other related duties as may be required 

Your Skills & Experience: 

• A minimum secondary education, with preference for post-secondary education in supply chain and logistics management
• A suitable combination of post-secondary education and experience will be considered 
• Minimum of two-three years’ experience in dock operations, preferably in the transportation industry
• Other experience in the transportation industry may be considered and in addition to dock
• Strong communication skills in both English and French
• Advanced computer skills with strong Excel capability as well as experience with other MS Office products and web based programs. Previous experience with Truckmate and Bringg is an asset
• Ability to work under tight deadlines in a fast paced environment
• Analytical thinker, able to analyze data and make operational decisions based on that data
• Strong sense of urgency and ability to respond to demands in a calm manner.
• Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills to manage demands and resolve issues 
• Strong problem solving skills with the ability to implement proactive solutions to support operational demands and efficiencies. 
• Results focused
• English and French language skills required

1111 Francois Lenoir, Lachine, QC, H8T 3P9, CA

As a Terminal Manager, you are responsible to safely lead the terminal team to meet stakeholder expectations with respect to service, quality and productivity. You are responsible for managing operational costs while operating within a network.  This position is about driving change, developing and engaging teams and continuous improvement.

How You’ll Help
•    Empower and lead team to meet organizational objectives.   
•    Develop KPI’s to drive service, quality and safety
•    Ensuring supervisors improve safety results by leading regular safety blitzes and safety walkabouts, and developing a culture of peer-to-peer safety interaction
•    Interact with other Operations departments and supervisory teams at other Terminals to enable on-time service and quality
•    Successfully manage multiple issues with competing priorities simultaneously
•    Manage budget and workforce productivity
•    Prioritize and manage customer shipments to maximize profit
•    Develop Supervisors and employees through evaluation of their performance, providing pinpointed feedback and subsequently providing coaching and guidance
Your Skills & Experience: 
•    Minimum of secondary education, with preference of post-secondary education.
•    5-8 years of experience leading teams, developing talent and managing culture and performance 
•    Ideal to have leadership experience in transportation or operations as well as various roles in transportation 
•    exceptional leadership and influencing skills, including the ability to effectively get things done through others, lead by example, coach, and support staff and other leaders
•    strong conflict resolution skills and leadership
•    results driven
•    a strong sense of customer service and urgency, troubleshooting and problem solving skills;
•    strong interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
•    computer skills including the Microsoft Suite and preferably, Truck Mate
•    the ability to lead and reinforce a strong culture of workplace safety
•     English and French (verbal/written/spoken) required
•    Able to work with little supervision
•    This role is accountable to the Regional Director
•    Subject to a criminal background check prior to employment
•    Travel is typically not required; may happen on an occasional basis
•    Office environment with computer work and handling of documentation
•    Terminal  visits across the region
•    Extended period sitting in a work station working on a computer and on a phone
•    Normally Monday to Friday, day time hours but may be required outside of these hours
•    Follows all company expectations to promote a safe work environment. Perform all work safely in a fast-paced work environment. Required PPE must be worn at all times

The Dock Planner is responsible for coordinating activities within terminal dock operations to provide support to the Dock Supervisor and Operations Manager as well as monitor the P&D plans and ensure on-timely service of freight delivery.
Please note: There are two shifts available for this role. Monday to Friday; 5pm – 1:30am

How You’ll Help
•    Assist in monitoring the P&D plans created by the P&D Planners.
•    Assignment of equipment to fulfill the P&D plans.
•    Update TMS door board and ensure trailers stating 100%.
•    Monitor freight plans and freight flow
•    Ensure freight delivery is servicing on time, monitor appointments, and ensure appointments are flowing to the P&D plans.
•    Collaborate with P&D Planners on planning and removing freight that cannot be serviced.
•    Support Managers and Supervisors on real time coding of service failures.
•    Support supervisors and managers on the creation of TRIPS beyond outbound plans.
•    Monitor outbound and transfer freight to ensure all freight moves smoothly each night.
•    Other related duties may be required.

Your Skills & Experience: 
•    Minimum of secondary education
•    Post-secondary education in Business Administration, Transportation/Logistics or related field, an asset
•    A suitable combination of education and experience may be considered
•    Previous Transportation or Dispatch experience is required.
•    Minimum 1-2 years’ experience in a dock environment.
•    A suitable combination of education and experience may be considered.
•    Communication skills – advanced.
•    Computer skills – accuracy, MS products, AS400, TruckMate, Connected Dock, Bringg, and web based programs.
•    Demonstrated customer relationship skills.
•    Able to work deadlines in high transactional environment.
•    Ability to champion business needs in a collaborative manner to colleagues.
•    Strong sense of urgency and ability to respond to demands in a calm manner.
•    Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills to manage demands and resolve issues with drivers, co-workers, etc.
•    Ability to work in a team environment, follow directions, and give clear instructions.
•    Strong problem solving skills with the ability to implement proactive solutions to support operational demands and efficiencies. 
•    Ability to work a flexible work schedule.
•    Results focused. 
•    Bilingual in both French & English required; spoken & written
•    Able to work with little supervision
•    20% Dock environment includes close proximity to moving vehicles, equipment, and loud noise 
•    80% Dock Office environment with computer work and handling of documentation
•    Extended period sitting in a work station working on a computer and on a phone

If you’re chosen for the role, you’ll be asked to provide reference and criminal background checks before employment. You’ll only be contacted if you’re selected for an interview.

To ensure timely delivery of packages to predetermined customers on specific routes, reviewing orders prior to delivery, load/unload vehicle and provide exceptional customer service to our client base.

Flexible shift opportunities (min and max hours, days of work parameters will be determined based on business requirements).

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Post Secondary:

- High school diploma/educational equivalent.

Professional accreditation/certification:

- Must have a valid full G license / Class 5 driver's license.

Related Experience Requirements

Minimum number of years required for entry to this job

- None

- One (1) year customer oriented business experience preferred

Amount of time required to learn or adjust to the job

- 3 months

Other specific mandatory experience requirements

- In the province of Quebec, must be bilingual (French and English)

Technical Skill Requirements

Solid knowledge of the following:

Must achieve minimum threshold on mandatory pre-placement driver assessment training

Ability to successfully complete all basic and re-currency training

Ability to lift 70 lbs

Some knowledge of Federal Express Canada operations an asset.

Interpersonal Skill Requirements

Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Good time management and organizational skills

Excellent customer service skills

Ability to multitask, handle stress and work in a highly pressured environment

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Post Secondary:

- High school diploma/educational equivalent.

Professional accreditation/certification:

- Must have a valid full G license / Class 5 driver's license.

Related Experience Requirements

Minimum number of years required for entry to this job

- None

- One (1) year customer oriented business experience preferred

Amount of time required to learn or adjust to the job

- 3 months

Other specific mandatory experience requirements

- In the province of Quebec, must be bilingual (French and English)

Technical Skill Requirements

Solid knowledge of the following:

Must achieve minimum threshold on mandatory pre-placement driver assessment training

Ability to successfully complete all basic and re-currency training

Ability to lift 70 lbs

Some knowledge of Federal Express Canada operations an asset.

Interpersonal Skill Requirements

Good interpersonal and communication skills.

Good time management and organizational skills

Excellent customer service skills

Ability to multitask, handle stress and work in a highly pressured environment

• Location: 1100 Rue Parent, SAINT BRUNO, QC J3V 6L8, Canada

To provide courteous and efficient pick-up and delivery of packages on an assigned route; to check all shipments for conformance to Federal Express Canada features of service; to provide related customer service functions.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

High school diploma/educational equivalent

Must possess a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record

Ability to lift 70 lbs and to maneuver any package weighing up to 150 lbs with appropriate equipment

One (1) year customer oriented business experience preferred

Must achieve minimum threshold on mandatory pre-placement driver assessment training

Some knowledge of Federal Express Canada operations and Canadian Customs regulations an asset

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Good time management and organizational skills

Excellent customer service skills

Ability to multitask, handle stress and work in a highly pressured environment

Willingness to be flexible and work different schedules and holidays based on business needs

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

High school diploma/educational equivalent

Must possess a valid driver’s license and have a good driving record

Ability to lift 70 lbs and to maneuver any package weighing up to 150 lbs with appropriate equipment

One (1) year customer oriented business experience preferred

Must achieve minimum threshold on mandatory pre-placement driver assessment training

Some knowledge of Federal Express Canada operations and Canadian Customs regulations an asset

Good interpersonal and communication skills

Good time management and organizational skills

Excellent customer service skills

Ability to multitask, handle stress and work in a highly pressured environment

Willingness to be flexible and work different schedules and holidays based on business needs

Overview

Requirements:

Languages

Bilingual

Education

• No degree, certificate or diploma

Experience

Will train

Who can apply to this job?

The employer accepts applications from:

• Canadian citizens and permanent or temporary residents of Canada.
• Other candidates with or without a valid Canadian work permit.

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your Resume) through the below-mentioned details

By email

[email protected]