Equipment Coordinator

Company DescriptionFor over 60 years, Manitoulin Transport has been providing comprehensive transportation and logistics solutions to clients across North America. Our success is built on innovation, safety, and a strong dedication to reliable, on-time delivery. If you know where you’re headed, we have the training and career development opportunities to help you get there.Job DescriptionSummary:Responsible for coordinating communication between Central Dispatch and Central Maintenance to ensure that equipment decisions are made to support both operational service requirements and maintenance compliance. This role will act as a neutral decision maker and central point of contact for equipment status, tracking of service switches, trailer bank management and equipment moves.The Equipment Coordinator ensures equipment is properly assigned, maintained, tracked, tagged and documented to support safe and efficient linehaul operations.Core Responsibilities:Act as a primary liaison between Central Dispatch and Central Maintenance regarding equipment availability and maintenance requirementsAssess operational needs vs maintenance requirements to make neutral independent decisions on equipment allocation with minimal direction from the department managersWork with Edmonton and Toronto suppliers daily to ensure outbound equipment lineups are complete by equipment typeEnsure operational continuity while maintaining maintenance compliance with safety and mechanical standardsEscalate conflicts or urgent equipment concerns to the on duty Dispatch SupervisorDirecting the management of equipment moves, service switches and out of place equipmentComplete late coding in the BK acceptance queueAssist with equipment related operational decisions Coordinate proactive repositioning of equipmentIdentify inefficiencies and help develop equipment allocation strategiesComplete the daily “super truck” list ensuring equipment is in an available statusResponsible for trailer bank countsQualificationsAbility to make decisions under pressureStrong verbal communication skills Ability to remain neutral and objectiveStrong organizational skillsAbility to multitask in a fast-paced environmentA strong understanding of the Linehaul Network and geography is an assetAn understanding of equipment & maintenance is considered an assetAdditional InformationSalary based on experienceWhat we offer:Competitive WagesComprehensive Benefits ProgramProfit Sharing OpportunitiesTuition ReimbursementOpportunities for growth and advancement