tow truck driver Job

Overview
Languages
English

Education
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
Experience
Experience an asset

On site
Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment
Dusty
Work setting
Various locations
Responsibilities
Tasks
Calculate the cost of truck repairs and new parts if needed
Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions, using computer equipment, global positioning systems (GPS) equipment, or other navigation devices, to minimize fuel consumption and carbon emissions
Professionalism in customer service
Load and unload goods
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 brake adjustments
Perform emergency roadside repairs
Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
Perform preventive maintenance
Receive and relay information to central dispatch
Record cargo information, hours of service, distance travelled and fuel consumption
Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo
Transport and handle dangerous goods
Inspect commercial vehicles to ensure compliance with regulations governing load restrictions, the transportation of hazardous materials and public safety
Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
AZ class license
Additional information
Security and safety
Driver's validity licence check
Driving record check (abstract)
Drug test
Work conditions and physical capabilities
Attention to detail
Handling heavy loads
Large workload
Physically demanding
Repetitive tasks
Sitting
Weight handling
Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)
Personal suitability
Flexibility
Judgement
Organized
Reliability
Team player
Hardworking
Patience