Heavy Duty Wrecker Operator/Tow Truck Driver

Description

Summary:

We are looking for an experienced Class A Heavy Duty Wrecker / Tow Truck Operator to join our Heavy Duty Wrecker team. The CDL A driver will operate a Heavy Duty Wrecker for transporting vehicles or equipment to and from designated customer requested locations. Towing involves, but is not limited to, large trucks, tractor/trailer combinations, class 8 vehicles, box trucks and Recreational Vehicles.

Duties and Responsibilities for the Heavy Duty Wrecker / Tow Truck Operator include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Document and communicate repair requests to mechanics.
• Performs daily maintenance checks and reports malfunctions to management/mechanics.
• Utilize your Class A to drive a Heavy Duty Wrecker vehicle to loading/unloading location.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Complete Bill of Lading (Tow Ticket).
• Work throughout assigned shift.
• Acknowledge and carry out written/oral instructions by supervisor.
• Ability to work flexible hours (on call).
• Delivers vehicles/equipment in accordance with customers instructions in a timely manner.
• Ensures wrecker/delivery vehicles are clean and in good working condition.
• Ensures customer messages/communications are relayed to appropriate management.
• Returns appropriate paperwork and informs management of delivery.
• Always assist in maintaining a neat and clean workplace.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; work in high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Compensation: Average annual pay ranges from $60,000 to $100,000

Requirements

Qualifications:

• Must pass a pre-employment drug test
• Must have a clean criminal background
• Must have a clean driving record

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Two years related experience and/or training operating a light/medium or heavy-duty wrecker; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in operating tow equipment required. Basic knowledge of industrial equipment, and basic mechanical skills.

Certificates and Licenses:

• Valid Driver's License
• Class A for Heavy Duty
• Current DOT Physical
• TWIC Recommended