Dispatcher

*NOTE – applicants must be prepared to participate in the interview process via phone and/or video conference. Two references must be submitted if selected for an interview. *

EMPLOYMENT TYPE: Permanent Full-time

WORK HOURS: Wednesdays to Sundays from 2:30PM - 11:00PM

POSITION SUMMARY

The purpose of the Dispatcher role at Lakeside Gas Services is to support scheduling and communication for our field operators by providing exemplary skills in communication, logistics, and multitasking.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

The primary responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Receive and process requests for residential/commercial service and schedule Technicians as appropriate.
• Process and transmit information and instructions to co-ordinate the activities of Technicians using a variety of computer-aided communications and dispatching programs.
• Maintain familiarity with Lakeside’s service agreements to ensure rapid resolution when customers are experiencing problems.
• Dispatch service calls in a timely manner to meet service level agreements and customer expectations.
• Dispatch personnel according to predetermined schedules and work orders, or as required due to emergency situations.
• Identify and report potential/areas of improvement of field staff to Supervisor/Team Lead.
• Cooperate in the scheduling and task delegation of team members to ensure appropriate level of dispatch coverage.
• Be available to work public holidays if the day falls on your scheduled shift.
• Exceptional computer skills (MS Office, Intermediate Excel)
• Perform other duties as assigned.

EDUCATION AND EXPERINCE REQUIREMENT:

• Must have obtained an Ontario high school diploma or equivalent.
• Asset to have obtained post-secondary diploma in Business Administration, Emergency Telecommunications or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 2-3 years Dispatch and/or Customer Service experience.
• Experience in Service Dispatching an asset.

WORKING AT A LAKESIDE LOCATION:

• Flexibility is key; applicants should be open to working voluntary and mandatory extra hours and willing to work at a fast pace.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to operate a computer and learn a variety of software related to job duties.

INCLUSION AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT

At Lakeside Gas Services, our belief is that diversity and inclusion are fundamental and integral part of its business innovation and growth.

We are committed to building diverse and inclusive teams within an equitable workplace for our staff to collaborate and bring their true selves to work. We also strive to provide an accessible candidate experience for our prospective staff with various abilities. Please let us know if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process. Lakeside continues to actively address and improve on issues of inequity and systemic bias to support our diverse talent, clients, and communities.