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Dispatcher

  • Dawson Creek, BC
  • On-site
  • Posted Oct 1, 2026
  • 1 position

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Employment type
Full-time
Experience level
Mid-level · 2+ years
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week

Job summary

The Dispatcher is responsible for maintaining communication with customers and drivers to organize and track daily operations. They will schedule crews and equipment while ensuring compliance with safety and transportation regulations.

Job details

We are a transportation and logistics company, providing dedicated LTL & TL, van and deck service across Western Canada. With more than 65 years of service, we have developed a well-known and solid reputation for providing unparalleled service to our customers. With the experience that comes from servicing everything from the largest mines and manufacturers to the smallest local business, our team is equipped to handle almost any transportation project. Our people are the key to our success! This is why we have been recognized by Trucking HR Canada as a Top Fleet Employer. From the clerk to the President, each person plays an important role in the overall supply chain, ensuring our customers receive their goods in the time frame they expect. We have a strong commitment to safety, as verified by our COR certification. We operate new equipment, which is continually maintained to the highest standard. Join our team today – apply now! Job Description: We are currently accepting resumes for an experienced Dispatcher for our Dawson Creek, BC operations. Start Date: As Soon As Possible Nature & Scope of Position: The Dispatcher is responsible for maintaining communication with customers and drivers in order to organize and keep track of all the daily operations. This individual is tasked with scheduling and dispatching crews, equipment for delivery of freight or other services rendered outside the place of business. They will interact with customers and respond to all inquiries in a courteous and efficient manner. The Dispatcher will work in conjunction with the rest of the dispatch team locally and in other branches to improve efficiencies. This position will report to the Terminal Manager in this location. Duties & Responsibilities: The Dispatcher’s duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to the following: * Develop a culture of safety, professionalism and service excellence in all areas of operations * Plan and manage employee work schedules to service commitment requirements * Coordinate equipment in order to meet requirements for daily operations; work closely with fleet maintenance supervisor to address equipment deficiencies · Be aware of all the employee activities in the region * Develop a thorough understanding of enterprise system, satellite tracking, and other applicable applications * Maintain policies and procedures to ensure compliance with Federal and Provincial transportation requirements Skills & Experience: * Minimum three (3) years dispatching experience LTL-T/L-general freight industry * Some Class 1 driving experience is an asset, but not required * Knowledgeable about the Hours of Service regulations * Strong interpersonal skills and leadership * Knowledge of BC / AB geography * Proficient reading, writing and speaking English * Computer and presentation skills * Highly organized and able to multi-task in a fast paced environment Remunerations: * Salary will be based on skills and experience; and * Complete Group Health plan & RRSP plan Bandstra is always looking for talented individuals who thrive in challenging environments. If you feel that you are the right person for this job, please respond to this ad. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only short-listed candidates will be contacted.

What you’ll do

The Dispatcher is responsible for maintaining communication with customers and drivers to organize and track daily operations. They will schedule crews and equipment while ensuring compliance with safety and transportation regulations.

Requirements

Candidates must have a minimum of three years of dispatching experience in the LTL/TL freight industry. Proficiency in English, strong leadership skills, and knowledge of BC/AB geography are required.

Benefits

  • Group Health plan
  • RRSP plan

Listed skills

  • interpersonal skills · Preferred
  • Leadership · Preferred
  • Organization · Preferred
  • Multi-Tasking · Preferred
  • Communication · Preferred
  • Safety Compliance · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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  • Dispatching
  • LTL
  • TL
  • Freight industry
  • Hours of Service regulations
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Leadership
  • Geography knowledge
  • Computer skills
  • Presentation skills
  • Organization
  • Multi-tasking
  • Communication
  • Fleet management
  • Safety compliance
  • Fleet Maintenance
  • Supply Chain
  • Professionalism
  • English Language
  • Interpersonal Communications
  • Multitasking
  • Operations
  • Presentations
  • Scheduling
  • Satellite Tracking
  • Enterprise Application Software

Job areas

  • Logistics
  • Transportation
  • Administrative
  • Management & Leadership
  • Customer Service & Support
  • Dispatcher
  • Telephone Switchboard Operators
  • Dispatchers, Except Police, Fire, and Ambulance

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