Tow truck driver
Edmonton Towing and Recovery Services Ltd. is located at Edmonton, AB. The company is currently looking for applications for the role of Tow truck driver. We are in search of a self-disciplined individual with outstanding interpersonal skills. The selected applicant will be required to join and take their responsibilities at the earliest. The open positions are for Permanent employment or Full time job. The timings of shifts may be Day, Evening, Night, Weekend, Shift, On Call, Early Morning and Morning.
Employer Name: Edmonton Towing and Recovery Services Ltd.
Position: Tow truck driver
No. of vacancies: 2
Salary: $29.50 to $32.50 hourly (To be negotiated) / 30 to 60 hours per week
Employment type: Permanent employment, Full time
Location: Edmonton, AB
Job Description
- The candidate must drive lighter, special-purpose trucks.
- The candidate must operate and drive straight or articulated trucks in order to transport goods and materials.
- The candidate must oversee the condition of the vehicle and inspect the brakes, tires, lights, cold storage, and other equipment.
- The candidate must be able to perform emergency roadside repairs.
- The candidate will be responsible for performing pre-trip, en route, and post-trip inspections, as well as overseeing all vehicle aspects.
- The candidate will be responsible for receiving and relaying information to central dispatch.
- The candidate will be responsible for tarping and ensuring cargo safety and security.
Job Requirements
- The candidate should be fluent in English language.
- The candidate must have a certificate of Secondary (high) school graduation.
- Training will be provided to the selected candidate.
- The candidate must have Air Brake Endorsement and a Driver’s License (Class 1 or A).
- The candidate must be able to handle weight up to 23 kg (50 lbs).
- The candidate must be flexible.
- The candidate should have good judgemental skills.
- The candidate should be reliable.
- The candidate should be a good team player.
- The candidate must have patience.
Experience and specialization
Documentation knowledge
- The candidate must be knowledgeable about driver logbooks and inspection reports (pre-trip, en-route, and post-trip).
Type of trucking and equipment
- Trucking and equipment types include flatbed, straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles), tow truck and tractor-trailer.
Additional information
Security and safety
- The candidate’s driving record should be thoroughly checked (abstract).
Transportation/travel information
- The candidate must have a valid driver’s licence.
- The candidate must be willing to travel for extended periods of time.
- The candidate must be willing to travel overnight.
Work conditions and physical capabilities
- The candidate should be required to handle heavy loads as part of routine work.
- The candidate should be prepared to perform physically demanding tasks as part of their daily work.
- The candidate should be willing to work for long hours in sitting positions.
- The candidate should be able to work in fast-paced busy environment.
- The candidate should be willing to work under pressure.
Own tools/equipment
- The candidate must have steel-toed safety boots and a safety vest.
Benefits
- The candidate will receive an available parking facility where employer provide parking to employee at a cost that is less than the fair market value of the parking space.
How to Apply
If you wish to apply, please utilize the provided options to submit your application.
By email
Note
Please include the following while sending the application
- Cover letter