Job Overview

• The Dispatcher will oversee all transportation logistics including scheduling, compliance, driver support, cross-border paperwork, and route planning. This is a fast-paced role requiring flexibility during peak seasons and a farming background to align with our agricultural clients and drivers. You’ll split your time between dispatch duties and operational management.

What you'll do

• Monitor and audit all paperwork, driver logs, and truck documentation to ensure compliance.
• Maintain accurate insurance records and documentation for all drivers and equipment.
• Coordinate daily dispatch of trucks for both pellet and grain pickups and deliveries, including backhauls.
• Schedule dynamically throughout the day with key planning between 5-7 PM
• Maintain up-to-date tracking of all delivered loads using Excel and internal spreadsheets.
• Ensure cross-border compliance and accurate customs paperwork preparation (PARS, PAPS, ACI).
• Manage CVOR, US DOT, IRP plates (renewals, additions, removals), transponders, and IFTA filings.
• Administer bridge toll cards (Bluewater, Ambassador), fuel card tracking, and toll pass logistics.
• Coordinate new driver onboarding including drive checks, drug testing, insurance approvals.
• Process additions/removals of trucks and trailers in insurance records.
• Review and audit all incoming driver paperwork: circle checks, cross-border documentation.
• Maintain detailed spreadsheets for delivered loads and backhauls.
• Apply for state-level and oversized hauling permits as needed.
• Assist in developing and executing new logistics processes for market expansion.
• Collaborate on new customer launches and integrate logistics workflows.
• Recruit, onboard, and provide safety training for AZ Drivers.
• Build and retain strong relationships with long-term drivers, providing tech support and training.

Requirements

• Background in farming or agricultural logistics (mandatory)
• Experience with AZ Drivers, dispatch, and driver relations
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and spreadsheet-based tracking
• Strong organizational skills and flexibility to manage scheduling throughout the day
• Knowledge of E-logs, customs paperwork, transportation compliance (CVOR, IFTA, etc.)
• Experience in hiring, onboarding, and training drivers
• Effective communication and leadership skills in a high-pressure environment

Benefits

• Company events
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• On-site parking
• RRSP match
• Vision care

About Us

Group Solum, the management company for Bacres Grain Transportation, is hiring a Dispatcher to join our growing logistics team.

We understand the importance of timely and reliable logistics in agriculture. Our mission is to support Ontario's farming community through dependable transport services built on trust, innovation, and hard work. We’re growing and looking for a proactive, experienced Dispatcher to lead day-to-day operations and driver relations, ensuring smooth execution of our logistics and dispatch strategies.