Edmonton Towing and Recovery Services Ltd.

Edmonton, AB

Edmonton Towing and Recovery Services Ltd.

Edmonton, AB

tow truck driver

Edmonton, AB (view on map)

Posted 30 days ago

Job Description

• Work Term: Permanent
• Work Language: English
• Hours: 30 to 60 hours per week
• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• Experience: Will train

Tasks

• Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
• Operate and drive straight or articulated trucks to transport goods and materials
• Oversee condition of vehicle and inspect tires, lights, brakes, cold storage and other equipment
• Perform emergency roadside repairs
• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Receive and relay information to central dispatch
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses 

• Air Brakes Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 1 or A)

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

Security and safety

• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

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

Work conditions and physical capabilities

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

Weight handling

• Up to 23 kg (50 lbs)

Own tools/equipment

• Steel-toed safety boots
• Safety vest

Personal suitability

• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Reliability
• Team player
• Patience

Screening questions

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?

Other benefits

• Parking available