DZ Tow Truck Driver
- 6638 Bank Street, Ottawa, ON, K0A 2P0, Canada
Up to $25.6 CAD / hour · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- Up to $25.6 CAD / hour
- Job type
- Full-time
- Experience
- You have a minimum of 1-2 years of experience as a tow truck driver or in a similar role
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Company Description
At Kenny U-Pull, we take pride in giving used vehicles a second life. Our 27 auto recycling yards across Quebec, Ontario, New Brunswick, and Nova Scotia are backed by 400+ employees who are passionate about reinventing the market for used cars and helping to create a greener environment for generations to come. Since 2008, we have recycled over 1 million vehicles and counting!
Kenny U-Pull is a division of American Iron & Metal (AIM), a recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry, with more than 125 site locations, 4000 employees worldwide and over 3.5 billion dollars in yearly sales.
What we offer:
- A competitive wage starting at $25.60/hr + semi-annual bonus of up to 3.75%
- Fulltime permanent position
- AIM Tuition Assistance Program
- Vacation, benefits and RRSP matching program
- 24/7 access to virtual health care
- A boot voucher on your first day
- Exclusive employee discounts on parts from any Kenny U-Pull yard
Job Description
We are currently seeking a motivated DZ Tow Truck Driver to join our team in Ottawa, ON. This position offers an exciting opportunity for individuals who are passionate about automobiles, enjoy hands-on work and providing exceptional customer service.
What you’re responsible for:
- Safely transporting customers' vehicles from point of pick up to the branch
- Maintaining accurate records of towing assignments, including vehicle information, pick-up and drop-off locations, and any special instructions
- Conducting pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the tow truck and equipment to ensure safe operation
- Performing labouring tasks that may including depollution, tire dismounting, etc
- Communicating effectively with dispatchers, supervisors and customers to coordinate towing activities
- Providing our customers with excellent customer service!
Qualifications
To join our team:
- You have a valid DZ driver's license with cleaning driving abstract and CVOR
- You have a valid towing certificate (preferred)
- You have a minimum of 1-2 years of experience as a tow truck driver or in a similar role
- You have strong customer service and interpersonal skills
- You are knowledgeable about towing laws, regulations, and safety procedures
- You are able to operate and maneuver a tow truck safely in various road and weather conditions
More about this job
Responsibilities
Safely transport customer vehicles from pick-up points to the branch while maintaining accurate towing records. Perform vehicle inspections and laboring tasks such as depollution and tire dismounting.
Requirements
Requires a valid DZ driver's license with a clean driving abstract and CVOR, and 1-2 years of towing experience. Knowledge of towing laws and safety procedures is essential, with a towing certificate preferred.
Skills
- Vehicle Transport
- Towing Operations
- Customer Service
- Pre-trip and Post-trip Inspections
- Depollution
- Tire Dismounting
- Record Keeping
- Safe Driving
Benefits
- Semi-annual Bonus
- Tuition Assistance Program
- Vacation
- Benefits
- RRSP Matching Program
- Virtual Health Care
- Boot Voucher
- Employee Discounts on Parts
Visa sponsorship
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Categories
- Transportation
- Logistics
- Trades
- Environmental & Sustainability
- Customer Service & Support
Keywords
- DZ License
- CVOR
- Towing Certificate
- Auto Recycling
- Vehicle Transport
- Metal Recycling
- Road Safety
- Depollution
- Towing Laws
- Customer Service
Seniority
Entry level
Perks
- Generous paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Tuition support
- Employee discount
Licences and certifications
- CVOR
- Towing certificate
Tools
- tow truck