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
Own tools/equipment
- Steel-toed safety boots
- Safety vest
Languages:
How To Apply:
- Apply by sending updated resume and cover letter via email to: EdmontonTowing346@gmail.com
