Tow truck driver

1616750 Alberta Ltd based in Edmonton, AB is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Tow truck driver who are self-motivated and have good interpersonal skills. The candidate who got selected will be required to start work as soon as possible. The vacancies refer to Permanent employment or Full time job. The shift timings include Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, Overtime, On Call, Early Morning and Morning.

Employer Name: 1616750 Alberta Ltd
Position: Tow truck driver
No. of vacancies: 2
Salary: $24.00 hourly for 32 to 44 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: Edmonton, AB

Job Description

• The candidate must have mountain driving experience.
• The candidate will be expected to maintain professionalism in customer service.
• The candidate will be responsible for overseeing condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment.
• The candidate will be required to perform brake adjustments.
• The candidate will be required to perform roadside emergency repairs.
• The candidate will be expected to perform pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections as well as oversee all vehicle aspects.
• The candidate will be expected to perform preventive maintenance.

Job Requirements

• The candidate should be fluent in English language.
• There are no standard education requirements such as a bachelor’s degree, a certificate, or a diploma.
• The ideal candidate will have at least 1 to less than 7 months of experience in a related industry.
• The candidate must have an AZ class licence and an Air Brakes Endorsement.
• The candidate must be capable of lifting weights of up to 23 kg (50 lbs), 45 kg (100 lbs), and more than 45 kg (100 lbs).

Experience and Specialization

Documentation Knowledge

• The candidate should be knowledgeable about 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, Trans-border documentation and Trip reports.

Type of Trucking and Equipment

• The type of trucking and equipment is a tow truck.

Communication Systems Experience

• The candidate must be familiar with Citizens Band (CB) radio and Trip recorder (on-board computer)
• The candidate must be able to use GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation devices.

Transportation/travel experience

• The candidate must be familiar with provincial, territorial, and regional regions.
• The candidate should have prior experience running short-distance trips.

Additional information

Security and safety

• The candidate must have a basic security clearance.
• The candidate must be bondable.
• The candidate should undergo a thorough driver’s licence validity check, driving record check (abstract), drug test, and medical exam.

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• The candidate should have an eye for details.
• The candidate should be required to handle heavy loads as part of routine work.
• The candidate will be expected to manage a large workload.
• The candidate should be willing to work overtime if necessary.
• The candidate should be prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
• The candidate should be required to perform repetitive tasks on frequent basis.
• The candidate should be willing to work for long hours in sitting positions.

Own tools/equipment

• The candidate must have a cell phone, a hard hat, steel-toed safety boots and tools.

Benefits

• Under Health Benefits, the selected candidate will receive Dental plan, Health care plan and Vision care benefits.

How to Apply

If you are interested in applying, apply through the given options.

By email

[email protected]

By phone

780-298-4162 Between 08:30 AM and 06:00 PM