19 Aug
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Bison Transport
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Alberta
19 Aug
Bison Transport
Alberta
Internal Application Deadline: August 14, 2026. City Fleet Generalist (CFG) is responsible forproviding support to all positions within the city team.The primary focus will be support for city dispatchers and planners whilemonitoringthe assigned fleet, looking and acting upon opportunities to improve Driver productivity, equipmentutilization, inactivity atcustomer’spools and yard utilization.The incumbent willpossessstrong leadership skills and willutilizetheir dispatch and planningexpertiseto analyze andidentifyprocess improvement opportunities to create efficiencies within the city team. The CFG will work closely with all teams within Bison, continually assessing established processes by recognizing current and potential issues and needs.
Specific Responsibilities include: Core Accountabilities/Responsibilities: Determine city pool requirements for the day and communicatetoplanning teams.
Support and/or complete yard audits while communicating/solving inaccuracies.
Audit planning sheets looking for cross dock opportunitiesin order tomove equipment back to the correct region or free up equipment based on current needs.
Audit planning sheets looking for opportunities to improve planning efficiency and yardutilization.
Run trailer inactivity report and follow-up withCSR’sto have empty trailers picked up.
Review available ABL equipment in theCalgaryCity Network and advise on opportunities to direct them back to home locations.
Act as an escalation point for issues within the city.
Provide coverage for lunch periods, sickdaysor vacation time for all city positions.
Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time,
on a daily or permanent basis.
City Operations Support: Monitor the dispatch sheet, looking atdriversnext plans toidentifyany potential late pickups or deliveries.
Update driver’sETA’swithin system to showaccuratetimes for available power.
Monitor planning sheets to ensure booked appointments have been updated and follow-up withCSR’son any discrepancies.
Monitor company drivers while planningin order tocontrol overtime.
Process satellite messages asrequired.
Dispatch and manage cartage company drivers.
Manage ABL carriers entering or leaving the city terminal.
Manage messages and emails from city drivers that are shunting.
Review previous days’ l ate deliveries looking for root cause and highlighting any opportunities to theappropriate team.
Operational Improvement: Responsible for working with the CitySupervisortoidentifyprocess and business improvement opportunities within the City Team.This will include gaining a full understanding of current processes and working with the Operations group toidentifypotential solutions and implement action plans to improve dailyefficiencies.
Training:
This involvesassistingthe CitySupervisorwith the general and specific training of all new and current city Planning & Dispatch staff.This includes:New staffas per the training schedule,ongoing training for current staff as scenariosarise, or as they areidentifiedby the CitySupervisor.
Any other duties that may be assigned from time to time, on a daily or permanent basis.
Our Ideal Candidate will possess: 1-3 years of previous transportation or logistics experience is an asset.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
Proven analytical and critical thinking skills.
Excellent problem-solving abilities.
Demonstrated skills in aligning goals with strategic direction to achieve targeted business results.
Proven team player with the ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams and to develop and maintain collaborative working relationships.
Solid knowledge of company goals, work direction, and practices.
Excellent knowledge of North American geography.
Shift : 2-2-3 Continental from 06:00 - 18:00 MT.
This job is classified under NOC Code: 14404.
Why Bison: Thrive in a supportive team that provides coaching and training to help develop your skills and progress your career
Dispersed work environments that promote a healthy work-life balance
Meaningful and impactful work and projects with an essential service provider
Join our engaging Wellness Program & extracurricular sports teams
About Bison: Celebrating over 50 years in Business
Active in giving back through Corporate Social Responsibility and Charitable Giving
Committed to environmental sustainability
Bison Transport is committed to Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace.
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📌 City Fleet Generalist (Alberta)
🏢 Bison Transport
📍 Alberta