DZ Tow Truck Driver

American Iron and Metal; Canada; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A vehicle recycling company in Barrie, ON, is seeking a DZ Tow Truck Driver. The role involves safely transporting vehicles, maintaining accurate towing records, and providing exceptional customer service. Candidates must have a valid DZ driver's license and ideally a towing certificate, with 1-2 years of driving experience. Join a team passionate about transforming the automotive recycling industry.

Benefits

Competitive wage

Semi-annual bonus

Tuition Assistance Program

Vacation and benefits

RRSP matching

24/7 access to virtual health care

Boot voucher

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience as a tow truck driver or in a similar role.
• Clean driving abstract and CVOR.
• Ability to operate a tow truck safely in various conditions.

Responsibilities

• Safely transporting customers' vehicles from pick-up to branch.
• Maintaining records of towing assignments.
• Conducting pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Performing labouring tasks such as depollution.
• Communicating effectively with dispatchers and customers.
• Providing excellent customer service.

Skills

Customer service

Interpersonal skills

Knowledge of towing laws

Education

Valid DZ driver's license

Valid towing certificate (preferred)

Job description

Overview

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+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 Barrie, 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

• You have a valid DZ driver's license with clean 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