Dispatcher jobs in Canada (308 jobs)

Find dispatcher jobs across Canada. Choose a place, compare current openings and read the employer’s requirements.

Counted Nov 7, 2026

Hiring at a glance

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Open jobs: 308
Employers: 183

Advertised starting pay

Average starting payCAD / hour: $26.78Across 38 listings
Average starting payCAD / year: $62,912Across 15 listings

Employer-advertised starting pay, not employee salaries. Currencies and pay periods stay separate.

Where work happens

Remote: 0%0 listings
Hybrid: 2%7 listings
On-site: 98%301 listings

Employers hiring include Parkland Corporation (15), First Student (11), The Seaboard Transport Group (11).

Sources & calculation notes

These figures describe the listings on this role page at the date shown, not the whole job market. Listings can change.

Employer-listed minimums from at least 10 listings per currency and pay period. These are advertised starting amounts, not employee salaries. Jobs without a minimum and unusual amounts are excluded.

Hybrid and on-site classifications may be inferred from descriptions. Check the original ad. How we count

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Dispatcher (Union)
DP World
Vancouver, BC
- Full-time
The Dispatcher is responsible in ensuring the accurate and timely labour dispatch of longshoremen and foremen for multiple DP World operations including, but not limited to, stevedoring…
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Licensed Dispatcher
Rise Air
Saskatoon, SK
Reporting to the Manager, Operational Control, a Licensed Dispatcher is responsible for all technical aspects of flight planning for all aircraft and works closely with the pilot-in-command…
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Dispatcher
Aston Carter
Burnaby, BC
- $65,000 to $75,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
The Dispatcher coordinates the efficient movement of less-than-truckload freight by planning pickup and delivery activities, assigning work, and maintaining clear communication with…
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LM
Service Dispatcher
Leavitt Machinery
Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time
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Service Dispatcher
Leavitt Machinery
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
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Junior Dispatcher - FTL
ITN Logistics
Mississauga, ON
- $60,000 to $65,000 CAD / year
- Full-time
Are you an experienced dispatcher who thrives in a fast-paced transportation environment? Do you enjoy coordinating drivers, managing time-sensitive shipments and finding solutions when…
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Dispatcher
Waste Connections of Canada
Rocky View, AB
- Full-time
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Dispatcher
Waste Connections of Canada
Rocky View No 44, AB · Rocky View County, AB
- Full-time
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Dispatcher
Waste Connections
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
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Sr Dispatcher
First Student
Ottawa, ON
- Full-time
Are you organized, decisive, and comfortable keeping multiple moving parts on track? As a Senior Dispatcher, you will play a key role in keeping -Ottawa's daily transportation operation…
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Dispatcher
Omni ventilation Inc.
Montreal, QC
- Full-time
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Dispatcher
Woodland Hauling Transport
Milton, ON
- Full-time
Woodland Hauling Transport is looking for an experienced and motivated **Dispatcher** to join our growing team!
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LM
Service Dispatcher
Leavitt Machinery
Kitchener, ON
- Full-time
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Service Dispatcher - RV Dealership
Traveland RV Supercentre
Duncan, BC
- Full-time
Traveland RV has an exciting opportunity for a highly organized, customer focused RV Service Dispatcher to join our team.
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LC
dispatcher
LKQ Corporation
Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time
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DISPATCHER / CSR (Contract)
Manitoulin Group of Companies
Belleville, ON
- Full-time
We are currently looking for a DISPATCHER / CSR for our 500 College St. East, Belleville location.
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Dispatcher Level 4 (12-month contract)
BC Maritime Employers Association
Vancouver, BC
- Contract
The Dispatcher Level 4 provides consistent and timely dispatch services to member companies at all times.
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Dispatcher- Night shift
Lineage Logistics
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
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PC
Service Dispatcher - Temporary
Parkland Corporation
St. John's, NL
- Other
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Service Dispatcher (Kentwood Ford)
Go Auto
Edmonton, AB
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Dispatcher- Night shift
Lineage
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
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PE
Seasonal Weekend Dispatcher
Primemax Energy
Ayr, ON
- Temporary
Primemax Energy is seeking a Seasonal Weekend Dispatcher to support residential propane delivery operations throughout
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PC
Service Dispatcher - Temporary
Parkland Corporation
St. John's, NL · Greater St. John's Metropolitan Area
- Temporary
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WA
Service Dispatcher
Wood Automotive Group
Calgary, AB
- Full-time
The Wood Automotive Group, one of Alberta's largest automobile retailers for over 40 years, is offering an exciting opportunity for Service Dispatcher to join the Advantage Ford team!
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Dispatcher/Freight brokerage specialist
MOR LOGISTICS MANITOBA LTD
Winnipeg, MB
- Full-time
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First Student

Sr Dispatcher

Ottawa, ON, Canada

Competitive Pay: $55,000 · Full-time

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Job details

Pay: Competitive Pay: $55,000
Job type: Full-time
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 5, 2026

Original job description

Senior Dispatcher – Ottawa
Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday

Are you organized, decisive, and comfortable keeping multiple moving parts on track? As a Senior Dispatcher, you will play a key role in keeping -Ottawa's daily transportation operation running safely and on time. You will coordinate routes, support drivers, resolve service issues, and help lead the dispatch function during busy morning and afternoon operations.

Why join First Student as a Senior Dispatcher?

Competitive Pay: $55,000
Full-time, Monday–Friday schedule
Consistent, year-round work
Medical, dental, vision, and other benefits
Paid holidays and vacation time
Career advancement opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discounts through PerkSpot

What You’ll Do

Lead daily routing, scheduling, and dispatch operations.
Assign drivers and monitors to routes and oversee route bidding when applicable.
Keep service moving by responding to open routes, absences, delays, breakdowns, and last-minute changes.
Provide drivers with accurate route and passenger information.
Review route changes and maintain required documentation.
Monitor route hours and make adjustments to improve productivity and reduce overtime.
Maintain accurate dispatch logs covering vehicle status, replacements, late buses, accidents, and service disruptions.
Ensure morning and afternoon routes are properly dry-run before service begins.
Broadcast daily safety messages and reinforce First Student’s Safety First culture.
Collect pre-trip inspection reports and communicate repair needs to the maintenance team.
Partner with the Shop Manager to coordinate preventive maintenance, breakdown response, and fleet concerns.
Open or close the location and manage driver call-outs as assigned.
Support drivers, school personnel, families, and customers with timely and professional communication.

What We’re Looking For

High school diploma or equivalent.
Five to seven years of relevant experience.
Previous dispatch, routing, terminal operations, or professional-driving experience.
Strong communication, customer-service, computer, and problem-solving skills.
Ability to stay calm, organized, and decisive in a fast-moving environment.
Knowledge of radio-dispatch equipment.
Appropriate vehicle license preferred.

Take the lead in keeping Ottawa moving. Join First Student and help deliver safe, dependable transportation every day.

First for a reason:

At First Student, we are a family of 60,000+ employees who take pride in safely transporting more than 5 million students and passengers to and from their destinations each day! Our family of brands include Transco, Total Transportation, Maggies Paratransit, and GVC II. Our employees are at the forefront of safety and innovation; they create and implement the most advanced training and technology the transportation industry has to offer.

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Responsibilities

The Senior Dispatcher leads daily routing, scheduling, and dispatch operations to ensure safe and timely transportation services. They also manage driver assignments, resolve service disruptions, and maintain accurate logs while fostering a safety-first culture.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma or equivalent and five to seven years of relevant experience in dispatch, routing, or terminal operations. Strong communication, problem-solving, and computer skills are essential for this fast-paced role.

Skills

Dispatching
Routing
Scheduling
Customer service
Problem-solving
Communication
Radio-dispatch equipment
Fleet management
Documentation
Leadership
Safety compliance
Computer literacy

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision
Paid holidays
Paid vacation time
Career advancement opportunities
Employee Assistance Program
Employee discounts

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Keywords

Dispatcher
Transportation
Routing
Scheduling
Fleet management
Safety
Logistics
Terminal operations
Radio-dispatch
Customer service
Preventive maintenance
Documentation
Operations management
Driver support
Service disruptions

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