Casual Dispatch Support
Casual Dispatch Support
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Job Description
Are you an experienced Dispatcher with a talent for optimizing logistics and ensuring timely communication Do you have strong administrative and time management skills Are you passionate about providing Peace of Mind to your client group Are you looking to be a part of a growing team and company
The Universal Group recognized as one ofCanadas best-managed companies in 2024 has exciting opportunities in our Dispatch team.As a Dispatch Support you will be responsible forcreating and organizing daily dispatches for job sites adhering to legal and safety requirements for traffic control. This position also handles administrative tasks and supports the Dispatch Manager as needed ensuring the organizations operational efficiency and safety compliance
What you will be responsible for:
Communication Support
- Answer and respond to phone and email correspondence.
- Accurately enter job requests into scheduling software.
- Follow up with the client if the Dispatch Coordinator needs more details.
Administrative Support and Coordination
- Provide support for multiple traffic brands.
- Coordinate rental equipment with the Rentals Department.
- Coordinate drop-off and pick-up of AFADs with the Rentals Department.
- Coordinate with the client to receive the Traffic Management Plan (TMP).
- Coordinate non-supply cancellations.
- Track and coordinate the waitlist.
- In customer job number add Premiums Rentals and Traffic Management Plan (TMP).
- Review Traffic Management Plans (TMP) to accurately fulfill traffic control requirements.
- Support After Hours Dispatchers as required.
What you get from us:
- Extended Medical Vision and Dental benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Paid vacation
- Access to a growing organization with lots of advancement opportunities
What we need from you:
- Ability to work flexible hours as a casual worker based on business needs (vacation coverage peak season support etc.).
- Knowledge of Windows Office Applications including Word and Excel is required.
- Previous customer service and/or traffic control experience is an asset.
- Knowledge and understanding of Traffic Management Plans and the Traffic Control Manual for Work on Roadways developed by the Ministry of Transportation and Infrastructure is an asset.
- Communicates Effectively -Is effective in a variety of communication settings: one-on-one small and large groups or among diverse styles and position level.
- Collaborates- Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Situational Adaptability -Understands that different situations may call for different approaches.
- Action Oriented -Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency high energy and enthusiasm.
- Tech Savvy -Scans the environment for new technical skills knowledge or capabilities that can benefit business or personal performance.
Where/When you will be working:
- Remote work environment (note: in-office work will be required during initial training)
- Hours worked are are assigned on a causal basis dependent on business needs and are not guaranteed. You will be providing support during peak periods as well as vacation and sick leave coverage.
Why Universal Group
The Universal Group is driven by our purpose to provide Peace of Mind to both our clients and team members. Our people embrace our core values of being Passionate Authentic and Driven in everything we do and in every decision we make every day. They are the fabric of who we are and without question the reason for our success and continued growth.
The safety of our team members and the public drives us daily.
The Universal Group is an industry leader in traffic control services traffic management planning traffic equipment supply landscaping temporary labour and occupational health and safety training. We are a one-stop shop as our full suite of services ensures that we can manage projects from conception to completion.
For more information about the company please visit ourIndeed Profile!
Our Commitment to Diversity
The Universal Group is an equal-opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race colour sex religion sexual orientation national origin disability genetic information pregnancy or any other protected characteristic.
Apply today; we cant wait to hear from you. Come grow with us!
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