CITY DISPATCHER
Transport Laberge | Lévis, Québec | Day shift | On-site
Why join us?
Do you enjoy starting early and finishing your workday in the early afternoon? In this role, you’ll help coordinate daily transportation operations in a fast-paced environment where organization, quick thinking and independence matter.
About the role
The City Dispatcher coordinates daily transportation operations. You’ll plan loads and driver assignments, monitor vehicles and drivers, maintain inventory records at rail sites, and work with internal teams to keep deliveries running smoothly.
What we’re looking for
- At least 3 years of experience dispatching truck transportation
- Excellent geographic knowledge of Eastern Canada and the United States
- Experience working in a unionized environment
- Strong command of Microsoft 365, curiosity about new technology, and advanced proficiency with AI tools
- Familiarity with transportation management software such as Magnus, Super Dispatch or MIR
- Ability to learn new tools quickly, including AnyDesk, Igloohome and mobile tracking systems
- Strong organizational, prioritization and problem-solving skills
- Ability to work independently, accurately and calmly as priorities change
- Fluency in French and English, both spoken and written, to communicate with drivers and customers
- A team-oriented, service-focused approach
- Occasional availability outside regular hours in case of an emergency
Education in transportation logistics or a relevant certification is an asset.
Your responsibilities
Dispatch and operations
- Manage operational emails and calls, confirm drivers’ hours, and follow up as needed.
- Plan loads and coordinate driver assignments.
- Maintain tracking lists, yard inventory and returns.
- Update vehicle locations in the CN system.
- Work with the Québec terminal to coordinate inventory and deliveries to dealerships farther away.
Fleet and equipment
- Review the truck list, confirm which units are active, and report any damage or mechanical issues.
- Manage key baskets and ensure protective equipment is available.
- Attend garage meetings to stay informed about the fleet’s mechanical condition.
Documentation and communication
- Prepare and sort documents for other terminals.
- Send updates about replacement trucks and significant operational issues.
- Prepare and submit a daily report to management.
- Perform other related duties.
Employment conditions
- Location: Lévis, Québec; on-site
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, 5:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.; 40 hours per week
- Salary: To be discussed based on relevant experience
- Comprehensive group insurance, including dental coverage
- 3 personal days and 10 paid sick days per year
- Group RRSP and deferred profit-sharing plan
- Employee Assistance Program
Employment equity
At Transport Laberge, we value diversity and are committed to an inclusive, respectful workplace. We strive to provide equitable hiring practices and opportunities for everyone to succeed. We encourage applications from Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, people marginalized because of their gender, and members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
