City Dispatcher

Job title: City Dispatcher

Company: Challenger

Job description: Based out of our office in Oakville, ON, ASL Distribution Services is seeking a skilled and highly motivated City Dispatcher to join our growing team. As a City Dispatcher you will be joining one of Canada’s largest providers of Distribution and Logistics services.Roles & Responsibilities

• Manage fleet team of approximately 15 plus trucks consisting of company drivers and owner operators.
• Assign deliveries and pick-ups utilizing tractor-trailers and straight trucks servicing customers across the Greater Toronto Area (GTA).
• Collaborate with other departments and divisions of ASL Distribution Services to assist in projects and assignments.
• Plan and optimize delivery routes based on factors such as distance, traffic conditions and delivery commitment times to maximize efficiency and meet customer requirements.
• Manage inventory of assigned trailer(s) and fleet equipment, including but not limited to, updating load status’, reserving equipment for specific projects and updating inventory management software.
• Ensure fleet complies with safety regulations and company policies, including vehicle maintenance, driver safety scores and adherence to training curriculums.
• Clear previous day(s) shipments in system and assign following day and future deliveries.
• Monitor and manage demurrage charges for trailers from customers such as Amazon, Gateway, and Walmart.
• Utilize the FLX system to mastermind order ratings, ensuring accurate and efficient order processing.
• Daily tracking and completion of driver trips, ensuring timely progression and closure.
• Prepare driver envelopes containing necessary documents and information for the next day’s trips.
• Coordinate and schedule truck routes to maximize efficiency and meet customer requirements.
• Monitor and progress after-hours shipments, keeping customers informed of any relevant updates.
• Scan Proof of Deliveries (PODs) at the end of each day to maintain accurate and up-to-date records.
• Regularly report trailers that have not been used for over 48 hours to the dispatch team.

Skills & Qualifications

• Minimum two (2) years of Ontario-based dispatch experience.
• Minimum two (2) years of experience managing an asset-based fleet of approximately fifty (50) trucks and one hundred (100) trailers.
• Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word & Excel.
• Sound knowledge of Transportation Regulations and Safety Standards.
• Proficiency in GPS based software is considered an asset (i.e. Samsara).
• Ability to work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to work evenings, weekends and holidays as needed.

Professional Logistics Designation (CCLP) is considered an asset.Consolidated Fastfrate is compliant with all laws in providing accommodation to persons with disabilities and provides an accessible environment. We will accommodate persons with disabilities during the recruitment and assessment processes and persons with disabilities will be accommodated on hiring and during employment. Should you require accommodation, please do not hesitate to request itPowered by JazzHR

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Location: Oakville, ON

Job date: Thu, 26 Jun 2025 22:07:33 GMT

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