On-Call Tow Truck Driver
Company: Tunnel49 Automotive & Fernie Towing
Location: Fernie, British Columbia
Employment Type: Casual, year-round
Schedule: On-call and standby coverage
Work Location: In person
Compensation: $19–$30 per hour, based on experience and qualifications
Help Drivers When They Need It Most
Tunnel49 Automotive and Fernie Towing are looking for a dependable and safety-conscious On-Call Tow Truck Driver to join our team in Fernie.
This position is well suited to someone who has a flexible schedule, works confidently on their own and remains calm when responding to roadside situations.
You will assist stranded motorists, transport vehicles and represent our company professionally throughout Fernie and the surrounding area. Every call is different, but the goal is always the same: provide safe, reliable and respectful service when customers need help.
What You’ll Be Doing
Your responsibilities may include:
- Responding to towing and roadside-service calls
- Safely loading, securing, transporting and unloading vehicles
- Assisting customers during breakdowns, collisions and other roadside situations
- Completing vehicle inspections before and after operating company equipment
- Communicating clearly with customers, dispatchers and team members
- Following safe driving, towing and roadside procedures
- Maintaining accurate records for completed calls
- Keeping the tow truck and related equipment clean and ready for use
- Reporting vehicle, equipment or safety concerns promptly
- Representing Tunnel49 Automotive and Fernie Towing professionally in the community
What We’re Looking For
You may be a strong fit if you:
- Have a valid Class 5 British Columbia driver’s licence
- Have a safe and responsible driving history
- Live in Fernie or close enough to respond reliably when scheduled on call
- Have a flexible schedule and can provide on-call or standby coverage
- Work well independently and make responsible decisions
- Remain calm and professional in stressful situations
- Communicate clearly with customers and coworkers
- Are punctual, dependable and able to follow through on commitments
- Are committed to safe driving and professional conduct
- Are comfortable working outdoors in changing weather conditions
- Are legally entitled to work in Canada
Helpful Experience
Previous towing experience would be an asset, but we also welcome applicants with relevant transferable experience.
Helpful backgrounds may include:
- Commercial or professional driving
- Automotive repair or roadside assistance
- Equipment operation
- Delivery, shuttle or transportation services
- Emergency response
- Customer service
- Work involving vehicles, machinery or outdoor conditions
Additional driving credentials, mechanical knowledge, first aid training or towing-related certifications would also be considered assets.
Schedule and Availability
This is a casual, year-round position involving scheduled on-call and standby coverage.
Applicants must have enough flexibility to respond reliably during their assigned coverage periods. The position may include daytime, evening, overnight, weekend and holiday calls.
The exact schedule and availability expectations will be discussed during the interview process.
Because response time is important, preference may be given to applicants who live in Fernie or within a practical response distance from the community.
Compensation and Benefits
- $19–$30 per hour, based on relevant experience and qualifications
- Casual, year-round employment
- Flexible on-call work
- Company events
- Employee store discount
- Opportunity to develop practical towing and roadside-response experience
- Potential for additional responsibility as experience is gained
Why Join Our Team?
Tunnel49 Automotive and Fernie Towing are locally operated businesses serving Fernie and the surrounding communities.
We take pride in providing dependable automotive, towing and roadside services while treating our customers with patience and respect.
This role offers varied, hands-on work and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference for people dealing with breakdowns, accidents and unexpected travel problems.
We are looking for someone who takes safety seriously, cares about doing the job properly and can be trusted to represent our businesses professionally.
How to Apply
Please send your resume to [email protected].
Applicants selected for an interview may be asked to provide a driver’s abstract.
Applications will be reviewed as they are received. Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
Tunnel49 Automotive and Fernie Towing welcome applications from qualified candidates of all backgrounds. Accommodations are available during the recruitment process upon request.
Pay: $19.00-$30.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Company events
- Store discount
Application question(s):
- Are you located within Fernie or within a 1 hour distance?
Work Location: In person
