Tow Truck Driver Job

Location:: Mississauga, ON, L5T 1E4
Work location:: On site
Salary:: $36.10 hourly / 40 to 60 hours per week
Terms of employment:: Permanent employment, Full time, Evening, Morning, Day
Start Date:: Starts as soon as possible
vacancies:: 2 vacancies

Job Description

. Estimate and assess the cost of truck repairs and replacement parts, when required.

. Plan and modify delivery routes based on traffic, weather, and road conditions using computer systems, GPS, and navigation equipment to optimize fuel efficiency and reduce carbon emissions.

. Respond to and resolve customer complaints and service-related concerns in a professional manner.

. Train and mentor co-workers on updated procedures, operational practices, and work techniques.

. Maintain a high standard of professionalism and customer service at all times.

. Coordinate travel schedules, prepare itineraries, and arrange necessary reservations.

. Operate light-duty and specialized purpose trucks safely and efficiently.

. Monitor and inspect the condition of the vehicle, including tires, brakes, lights, refrigeration units, and other related equipment.

. Carry out brake inspections and adjustments as required.

. Conduct emergency roadside repairs and troubleshooting when necessary.

. Complete pre-trip, en route, and post-trip vehicle inspections while ensuring all vehicle systems are functioning properly.

. Perform routine preventive maintenance to maintain vehicle safety and reliability.

. Communicate and relay operational information to central dispatch efficiently.

. Maintain accurate records of cargo details, hours of service, mileage, fuel usage, and trip information.

Languages
. English

Education
. Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Experience
. Will train

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

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
. Address customers' complaints or concerns
. Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques
. Professionalism in customer service
. Arrange travel, related itineraries and make reservations
. Drive lighter, special purpose trucks
. 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

Credentials
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses
. AZ class license

Experience and specialization
. Documentation knowledge
. Accident or incident reports
. Bill of lading
. Driver logbook
. Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)

Additional information
. Transportation/travel information
. Valid driver's licence
. Work conditions and physical capabilities
. Attention to detail
. Physically demanding
. Sitting

Personal suitability
. Efficient interpersonal skills
. Excellent oral communication
. Excellent written communication
. Team player
. Hardworking
. Patience

How to apply
By email:: [email protected]