Dispatcher, Transportation

Tomlinson’s Truck Dispatcher hires and places trucks on construction jobs and other sites within the Southeastern Ontario area. The incumbent will work in a fast pace and ever changing environment requiring the ability to be resilient, self-motivating and able to work with minimal supervision.

This is a contract role until September 2026.

Location: 100 Citigate Drive

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Dispatch & Logistics:

• Placing of Tomlinson-owned and external trucks/equipment on various sites
• Collaborate with operations managers, superintendents, foremen and others to ensure resources are distributed accordingly; attend daily meeting
• Coordinates with scale attendants and sales team on trucking operations and needs
• Helps with haul rates when required

Accounting:

• Reviews and approves rental timesheets
• Handles any disputes pertaining to timesheets
• Assist accounting with external truck hiring packages and vendor set-up
• Inquiring and assisting with annual trucking rental rates
• Assist with finances related to logistics, Fiori, TREAD and SAP

Other:

• Ensure successful hand off to other team member
• Helps with questions from field staff

KNOWLEDGE,

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

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• Must be comfortable working in a digital environment
• Must be open minded and a forward thinker; adapt to curve balls and changes
• Strong Organizational Skills with demonstrated ability to balance multiple priorities, ensuring timely and accurate completion of tasks while maintaining composure under pressure
• Demonstrate problem solving, trouble shooting and negotiating skills
• Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with customers and co-workers
• Ability to work flexible schedule, long hours and be on call every second weekend
• Work collaboratively as a team player and have the ability to work independently
• Some travel to job sites may be required
• Must be able to sit for extended periods of time

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Strong technology skills is a must, including proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Outlook and SAP
• Familiarity of the transportation and logistics industries including dispatching equipment, crews, labour and materials considered an asset
• Construction experience or proven knowledge considered an asset;
  Understanding of weights and measurements
• Bilingual in French considered an asset

TOMLINSON OFFERS
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• Competitive wages
• Employer paid health and dental benefits
• Extensive training programs and tuition reimbursement
• Retirement benefits program
• Family-oriented team environment
• Employee discounts and other rewards programs