DZ Tow Truck Driver

American Iron and Metal; Essa; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recycling company in Ontario is seeking a motivated DZ Tow Truck Driver to safely transport vehicles and provide excellent customer service. The successful candidate will conduct vehicle inspections and coordinate towing activities. A valid DZ driver's license, customer service skills, and 1-2 years of relevant experience are necessary for this fulltime permanent position.

Benefits

Competitive wage and semi-annual bonus

AIM Tuition Assistance Program

Vacation and benefits

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Transporting vehicles from pick up to branch safely.
• Maintaining towing records including vehicle info and locations.
• Conducting pre-trip and post-trip truck inspections.

Skills

Customer service skills

Knowledge of towing laws and safety procedures

Strong interpersonal skills

Education

Valid DZ driver's license

Valid towing certificate (preferred)

Tools

Tow truck

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+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

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