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Tow Truck Driver

Posted by: Edmonton Towing Service Ltd.

Job Description

Company Summary

Established in 2008, we are a leading towing company in Edmonton area. We specialize in towing heavy-duty vehicles like transport trucks, yellow iron, school buses, commercial buses, RVs, and light-duty vehicles such as cars and motorcycles. We provide quality towing and recovery services safely and promptly, using best equipment operated by trained tow truck operators. Available 24/7, our services include flat tire changes, jump starts, fuel delivery, vehicle recovery, and lockout assistance.

Start Date: As soon as possible

Shift Work: Days, Evenings, Early morning, Morning, Weekends, Night, Shift, On-Call (irregular hours)

Terms of employment: Permanent Full-Time (30-60 hrs/week)

Job Duties:

  • Drive special purpose trucks to tow heavy-duty vehicles like transport trucks, yellow iron, school buses, commercial buses, RVs, as well as light-duty vehicles such as cars and motorcycles.
  • Operate and drive preliminary straight trucks or flatbed tow trucks to transport goods and materials on local and short interurban routes.
  • Perform pre-trip, en-route and post-trip inspections.
  • Oversee all aspects of connecting/disconnecting and towing both light-duty and heavy-duty vehicles.
  • Ensuring safety and security of equipment, goods and materials being towed.
  • Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, and other equipment.
  • Receiving and relaying information to the company dispatcher.
  • Perform roadside emergency services such as Vehicle Jump start, Vehicle Lockout, Flat tire, Roadside Assistance, Fuel Delivery, and Winchout Services.

Documentation knowledge

  • Driver logbook
  • Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)

Type of trucking and equipment

  • Flatbed
  • Straight truck (4,600kg+ or 10,000lbs+ with 3+ axles)
  • Tow truck
  • Tractor-trailer

Additional Skills

  • Flexibility
  • Judgement
  • Reliability
  • Team player
  • Patience

Experience Required:

  • None, Training will be provided.

Qualification/ Education:

  • Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
  • Valid Class 1 Drivers License with air brakes endorsement 

Transportation/travel information

  • Valid driver's licence
  • Willing to travel for extended periods
  • Willing to travel overnight

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Fast-paced environment.
  • Work under pressure.
  • Handling heavy loads
  • Physically demanding
  • Sitting

Weight handling

  • Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

  • Steel-toed safety boots
  • Safety vest

Languages:

  • English

How To Apply:

  • Apply by sending updated resume and cover letter via email to: EdmontonTowing346@gmail.com

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