Tow Truck Driver

Job Description

Job Description:
Overview
Languages
English

Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience
Experience an asset

On the road
Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required from the employee.

Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
Class 5/5F/G Licence (cars, small trucks and other 2-axle vehicles)

Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge
Accident or incident reports
Bill of lading
Dangerous goods occurrence reports
Driver logbook
Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
Maintenance and repair reports
Trip reports

Type of trucking and equipment
Tow truck

Communication systems experience
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Transportation/travel experience
Local
Short-haul

Additional information
Security and safety
Driver’s validity licence check
Driving record check (abstract)
Drug test

Transportation/travel information
Drive manual transmission vehicle
Travel expenses paid by employer
Valid driver’s licence
Willing to travel for extended periods
Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail
Handling heavy loads
Large workload
Overtime required
Physically demanding
Repetitive tasks
Sitting

Personal suitability
Excellent written communication
Flexibility
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Team player

How to apply
By email
williams.towing@yahoo.com

Include this reference number in your application
WTS_TTD_2024

How-to-apply instructions
Here is what you must include in your application:

Job reference number
Cover letter
This job posting includes screening questions. Please answer the following questions when applying:

Are you available for shift or on-call work?
Are you currently legally able to work in Canada?
Do you have previous experience in this field of employment?

Job Requirements:
Responsibilities
Tasks

Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions
Address customers’ complaints or concerns
Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques
Professionalism in customer service
Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
Pay and receive payments for goods
Perform brake adjustments
Perform emergency roadside repairs
Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
Perform preventive maintenance
Receive and relay information to central dispatch
Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
Transport and handle dangerous goods