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Job Description
Why WM Canada?
People are the driving force behind everything we do.
From drivers and technicians to analysts, managers and corporate professionals, every employee plays a role in delivering essential services that support communities across Canada.
Whether you're starting your career, growing your expertise or taking the next step into leadership, you'll find opportunities to build a long-term future at WM Canada.
We invest in our people through training, development and opportunities to grow because we believe great careers are built, not found. In fact, many of our leaders began their careers in frontline and technical roles, reflecting our commitment to developing talent from within.
More than a job. A career you can count on.
At WM Canada, our frontline employees keep communities moving every day.
Whether you're driving routes, operating equipment or helping deliver essential services, you'll be part of a team that values hard work, safety, professionalism and looking out for one another.
What matters most to our frontline employees
Reliable, year-round work Work in an essential industry that communities depend on every day.
Competitive pay and benefits Earn a strong living with access to benefits, retirement programs and opportunities for additional earnings.
Work that fits your life Build a long-term career while making time for family, friends and the priorities that matter most.
Safety comes first We invest in training, equipment and processes designed to help employees work safely every day.
Real opportunities to grow Many of our supervisors, managers and operational leaders started in frontline roles.
Modern equipment and technology Work with well-maintained equipment and tools that help you do your job safely and efficiently.
Why people stay
- Stable employment
- Team-oriented culture
- Opportunities to advance
- Strong commitment to safety
- Modern equipment and technology
- Pride in serving local communities
Join a team that's building stronger communities every day.
I. Job Summary
Under immediate direction, the Dispatcher provides timely response of customer inquiries up to and including pick-ups, schedules, product orders, etc., and all other aspects of a customer's needs. Dispatches vehicles on a pre-set route for each driver daily in the interest of efficient customer service.
II. Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist Customer Service with customer requests (SFDC cases), route changes, rescheduling for pickups/missed stops
- Provides highest level of customer service to all customers in line with Customer 1st objectives
- Monitor, process, and escalate SFDC cases to supervisor
- Assist walk-in customers
- Assists drivers with problems/issues as issues arise (during the day or at the end of the route)
- Reviews driver’s paperwork and files paperwork
- Review and updates routes, new customers based on daily communication, reroutes existing customers as required
- Ensures that routes are balanced daily
- Assists Trans Supervisor/Manager as needed/directed
- Update SAP data / notes
- Communicate performance standards and objectives
- Keeps staff informed of current problems, changes, and new developments in the department and company by conducting professional, organized, and participative meetings
- Always maintains a safe and compliant workplace
- In the absence of a manager/supervisor, monitor and ensure that employees are performing their functions safely and productively. Make recommendations for changes or improvement, when necessary, in order to prevent accident or injuries
- Perform other duties and responsibilities, as assigned
III. Qualifications
A. Required Qualifications
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- 2 years experience, preferably in Transportation, Logistics, Routing and Customer Service
B. Preferred Qualifications
IV. Physical Requirements
Listed below are key points regarding physical demands, physical and occupational risks, and the work environment of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.
☒ Office: This job primarily operates in a professional office environment and routinely requires the use of standard office equipment such as computers, phones, copy machines, etc.
Pay: The expected base pay rate for this position is $25/h. This rate represents a good faith estimate for this position. The specific salary offered to a successful candidate may be influenced by a variety of factors, including the candidate's relevant experience, education, training, certifications, qualifications, and work location.
V. Benefits At WM, each eligible employee receives a competitive total compensation package including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability. As well as a Stock Purchase Plan, Company match on RRSP, and more! Our employees also receive Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Personal Days. Please note that benefits may vary by site.
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About Us
ABOUT WM
WM (WM.com) is North America's leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions. Previously known as Waste Management and based in Houston, Texas, WM is driven by commitments to put people first and achieve success with integrity. The company, through its subsidiaries, provides collection, recycling and disposal services to millions of residential, commercial, industrial, medical and municipal customers throughout the U.S. and Canada. With innovative infrastructure and capabilities in recycling, organics and renewable energy, WM provides environmental solutions to and collaborates with its customers in helping them pursue their sustainability goals. WM has the largest disposal network and collection fleet in North America, is the largest recycler of post‑consumer materials and is a leader in beneficial use of landfill gas, with a growing network of renewable natural gas plants and the most landfill gas‑to‑electricity plants in North America. WM’s fleet includes more than 12,000 natural gas trucks – the largest heavy‑duty natural gas truck fleet in the industry in North America. Healthcare Solutions provides collection and disposal services of regulated medical waste, as well as secure information destruction services, in the U.S., Canada and Western Europe. To learn more about WM and the company’s sustainability progress and solutions, visit Sustainability.WM.com.
Equal Employment Opportunity
For United States: WM is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.
For Canada: WM is committed to the principle of equal employment for all applicants and employees, without discrimination on the basis of all grounds protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please notify us if you require accommodation.
Real ID
In order to travel by air or access federal property, federal law requires individuals have a REAL ID or an acceptable alternative. This position may require the successful candidate to travel by air for business reasons or service federal property. Accordingly, successful candidates must have, or be willing to obtain, a REAL ID or TSA‑approved alternative.
