Tow truck driver

Kibbi Technologies Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gratuities

Mileage paid

Job summary

Kibbi Technologies Inc. in Ottawa, Ontario, is seeking a permanent, full-time driver to work across various locations.

You will plan routes, monitor GPS data, ensure efficient fuel use and cargo security while maintaining high safety standards. The role requires strong communication, problem solving, and the ability to handle heavy workloads; you will perform pre-trip inspections, assist with maintenance and relay information to dispatch, with eligibility including a valid driver's license and a

Qualifications

• Experience of 7 months to less than 1 year in driving or related field.
• Strong customer service mindset and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coach colleagues on new methods.
• Proven professionalism in customer service.
• Ability to perform pre-trip inspections and basic maintenance.

Responsibilities

• Plan or adjust routes based on changing conditions using GPS to minimize fuel consumption.
• Address customers' complaints or concerns.
• Coach colleagues on new methods or work techniques.
• Professionalism in customer service.
• 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.
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo.

Skills

Customer service

Attention to detail

Team player

Excellent oral communication

Excellent written communication

Flexibility

Judgement

Organized

Reliability

Patience

Education

Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

Tools

GPS devices

Vehicle inspection tools

Maintenance tools

Job description

• Durée de l'emploi: Permanent
• Langue de travail: Anglais
• Heures de travail: 35 to 40 hours per week
• Education:
• Expérience:

EDUCATION

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate

WORK SETTING

• Various locations

TASKS

• 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
• 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
• Tarping and ensuring safety and security of cargo

DOCUMENTATION KNOWLEDGE

• Accident or incident reports
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports
• Trip reports

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL EXPERIENCE

• Provincial/territorial

SECURITY AND SAFETY

• Criminal record check

TRANSPORTATION/TRAVEL INFORMATION

• Valid driver's licence

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

• Efficient interpersonal skills
• Excellent oral communication
• Excellent written communication
• Flexibility
• Judgement
• Organized
• Reliability
• Team player
• Hardworking
• Patience

SCREENING QUESTIONS

• Are you available for shift or on-call work?
• Do you have experience working in this field?
• Do you have the required certifications listed in the job posting?
• Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting for the position (English or French)?

EXPERIENCE

• 7 months to less than 1 year

EMPLOYMENT TERMS OPTIONS

• Evening
• Flexible hours
• Morning
• Night
• Day

FINANCIAL BENEFITS

• Gratuities
• Mileage paid

OTHER BENEFITS

• Other benefits