Posted 24 months ago
Transportation Coordinator
@ Arrow Transportation Systems Inc.
Chilliwack, British Columbia
Overview
Arrow Transportation Systems Inc. is hiring a full-time Transportation Coordinator in Chilliwack, BC, to plan and oversee daily trucking routes, schedules and dispatch. The role leads dispatch and coordinates drivers and equipment to meet customer targets safely. The shift is Sunday to Wednesday, 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with a salary of $64,000 to $71,000 per year.
Pay:
$64,000–$71,000 a year
Responsibilities:
- Plan and coordinate driver and equipment routing and schedules
- Manage daily dispatch office operations and adjust for delays and breakdowns
- Communicate with drivers, customers and suppliers on issues and compliance
- Coordinate driver training, paperwork and maintenance schedules
- Identify safety and cost improvement opportunities
Requirements summary:
- Grade 12 and 4 to 6 years of progressive experience, or post-secondary diploma/degree and 1 to 3 years
- Experience in trucking, logging, forestry, mining or similar
- Demonstrated leadership and ability to oversee a team
- Strong organizational, problem-solving and communication skills
- Microsoft Office proficiency and ability to learn new software
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2024-11-04
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-27
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-04
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Job details
| Seniority | Lead |
| Department | Transportation & driving |
| Experience | 4+ years |
| Manages people | Yes |
| Hours per week | 40 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: minimal |
| Work setting | Office |
| Position | Mostly sitting |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer high |
| Languages | English |
| Education | High school (required), College diploma (preferred) |
| Perks mentioned | Retirement plan |
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Arrow Transportation Systems Inc.
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Celebrating over 100 Years of Service!
Full company description
Arrow trucks have traveled the North American landscape since 1919, playing an integral role in supporting the industrial engine of economies on both sides of the border. What started off as a single truck trucking company named Kitsilano Auto Express, has evolved into one of the oldest and most respected transportation and distribution companies in the country. Over the last 100 years, the company has become highly diversified, leading the way in developing service-focused transportation solutions. Today, Arrow employs more than 1,100 people, working in truck transportation, logistics, marine services, manufacturing, transportation technology, facilities management, civil construction (environmental), and product distribution. Whatever your transportation and materials handling requirements are, we are confident that we have a solution that will meet your needs. For more information please visit http://www.arrow.ca For current employment opportunities please visit http://jobs.arrow.ca
- LinkedIn followers
- 8,889
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 339
- Reported office locations
- 400-970 McMaster Way, Canada, Kamloops, British Columbia V2C 6K2, CA
- Box 38, 1300-999 W. Hastings St., Canada, Vancouver, British Columbia V6C 2W2, CA
- Business categories
- Construction
- Railroad
- Environmental Consulting
- Boating
- Freight Service
- Logistics
- Software
- Transportation
- Other recorded names
- Arrow Transportation Systems Inc.
- Specialties
- Materials Handling
- Technology Solutions
- Environmental Services
- Marine Services
- Facilities Management
- Truck Transportation
- Mining
- Wood Fibre
- Logistics & Consulting Services
- Truck-to-rail Services
- Rail-to-truck Services
- Bulk Commodity Hauling
- Reload Operations
- Soil Solutions
- Progressive Reclamation
- Earthworks
- Wood Processing
- Freight Management
- Log Towing
- and Materials Handling
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
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Arrow trucks have traveled the North American landscape since 1919, playing an integral role in supporting the industrial engine of economies on both sides of the border. What started off as a single truck trucking company named Kitsilano Auto Express, has evolved into one of the oldest and most respected transportation and distribution companies in the country. Over the last 100 years, the company has become…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Truck Transportation |
| Company size | 1,001-5,000 employees |
| Headquarters | Kamloops, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1919 |
| Specialties | Materials HandlingTechnology SolutionsEnvironmental ServicesMarine ServicesFacilities ManagementTruck TransportationMiningWood FibreLogistics & Consulting ServicesTruck-to-rail Services |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 37 |
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We Offer
- Location: Chilliwack, BC
- Job Status: Full Time Permanent
- Compensation: $64,000 - $71,000/year
- Pension: Pension matching program
- Benefits: Employer-paid benefits package, including dental, prescription drugs, paramedical services, life insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, and more.
- Shift: Sunday - Wednesday, 7:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- We promote from within! A career with a growing organization backed by the stability of a company that has been in business since 1919!
As advocates of equal opportunity, we welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds. We firmly believe that diversity fosters innovation and contributes to the success of Arrow.
Overview
Under the direction of the Division Manager and Operations Supervisor, the Transportation Coordinator’s primary role is to coordinate and oversee the routing and scheduling of our daily trucking services to meet customer requirements focusing on maximizing payload and productivity in a safe and effective manner.
This Transportation Coordinator is a lead for the division as it relates to oversite of dispatch and daily/weekly planning and coordination of our drivers and our assets.
Responsibilities
Assists with the planning, coordination and oversight of the routing and scheduling of drivers and equipment and assures compliance with time schedules and applicable laws, codes, rules and regulations.
Ensures the drivers have the proper instructions to perform their duties safely and listens to all driver concerns and acts on them appropriately.
Primary responsibility in creating weekly/daily schedules based on customer targets and company objectives.
Ensures that schedules are carried out in an effective and efficient manner. Coordinates the daily assignment of company and contracted resources to maximize equipment productivity and payload while maintaining a high level of customer service.
Manages the daily operations of the dispatch office. Makes necessary adjustments for road closures, overloads, lateness and related problems. Communicates regularly with the drivers to assist and manage implications caused by truck problems, lateness and accidents. Communicates with the customer to report compliance to daily targets as well as course of action should deviation to plans occur.
Oversees the assignment of spare drivers should there be a short or long-term shortfall of regular drivers.
Communicates with the Primary customer as well as all applicable supplier sites to exchange. information, coordinate activities and resolve issues, concerns and questions regarding trucking services, customer site and/or driver issues.
Follow all workplace safety policies and compliance regulations participate in identifying hazards.
Comply with all rules and regulations, protocols and established metrics.
Continuously surveys the existing trucking program for safety and cost improvement opportunities and advises the manager of ways to improve current systems.
Assists in the implementation of policy and process improvement.
Confers and coordinates with shop personnel as well as drivers regarding repairs and preventative maintenance schedules and timelines.
Schedules and coordinates required driver training and orientation.
Responsible for collecting and reviewing driver paperwork and ensuring it is complete, accurate and timely.
Suggest changes in working conditions and use of equipment to increase efficiency of shop, department, or work crew.
Other duties as assigned by the Operations Supervisor and/or Division Manager.
You Possess
Grade 12 or equivalent and 4-6 years of progressive experience or post-secondary diploma/degree and 1-3 basic experience
Relevant experience in a similar role and industry (i.e., trucking, logging, forestry, mining, etc.)
Preference will be given to those with post-secondary education
Strong organizational skills
Demonstrated leadership and ability to oversee a team
Exceptional problem solving and critical thinking skills
Demonstrates strong communication skills both verbally and written
Strong work ethic and positive team attitude
Highly flexible, with solid interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively in a diverse working environment
Computer proficiency – Microsoft Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook), Ability to learn new software applications
Demonstrates internal and external Customer Service excellence
Self-starter
Being mechanically inclined is a valuable asset
Embodies Arrows Core Values: Safety, Quality, Teamwork, Responsibility, Integrity and Fun!
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Arrow has been recognized as a Top Fleet Employer of Distinction, a SmartWay Transport Partner, a BCTA Clean Carrier, a BC Hydro Clean Energy Champion and as a Carrier of Excellence in Women's Leadership.
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