Tow Truck Driver I - DOT (Manheim)

Company Cox Automotive - USA Job Family Group Vehicle Operations Job Profile Tow Truck Driver I - DOT Management Level Individual Contributor Flexible Work Option No remote option; must work at a specified Cox location Travel % No Work Shift Day Compensation Hourly base pay rate is $18.17 - $27.31/hour. Job Description Operates a tow truck to provide tow service to customer vehicles on the auction lot and in different locations as needed. Operates a front-end loader to provide a loading and unloading service for the customers. As well as move vehicles around the lot for auction shops. Properly affix tow truck and front-end loader to vehicle needing tow, assuring that the vehicle will not be damaged or cause any danger to others in the towing process. Releases vehicle from the tow truck and assures that vehicle is left in a safe, immobile manner. In a safe and courteous manner, hauls vehicles to directed areas. Scans every towed vehicle using the TC75 to the location where the vehicle has been delivered. Assists employees and customers with towing and jump-starting vehicle battery, as requested via phone or in person. As appropriate, assist in unlocking customer vehicles, jump-starting, or locating using Lot Vision. Tows vehicles requiring towing service to the Mechanic shop as requested. Removes customer and employee vehicles parked incorrectly or in an unsafe manner to customer lot as requested. Performs routine maintenance checks on tow truck and front-end loader to have (i.e., oil changes, lubes, filter changes, tire changes). Operate truck and front-end loader in compliance with safety regulations. May assist lot operations when not operating tow truck and in sale day activities. Visibly demonstrate safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures and modeling the behaviors related to such. Actively participate in support of all safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence. Run reports to move vehicles into the sale TRA area for auction. Perform other duties as assigned by management. May be required to work overtime as business needs dictate. Qualifications Minimum- High School Diploma/GED and 5 years’ experience in a related field. OR the right candidate could also have a different combination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline and 3 years’ experience; OR 7 years’ experience in a related field. Safe drivers needed; valid driver’s license required. Pre-hire Physical needed for DOT medical card. Completion of DOT Driver Qualification file. Valid Class C CDL preferred. Rollback tow truck experience. 1 – 3 years of experience driving a service/tow truck orfrontend loader Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time. Ability to walk long distances. Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, talk and hear. Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, squat, and climb. Ability to lift 1-30 pounds. Vision abilities required include close, distance and color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment Frequent exposure to outdoor weather conditions. Moderate noise level. Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts and electrical shock hazard. Benefits Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave. About Us Through groundbreaking technology and a commitment to stellar experiences for drivers and dealers alike, Cox Automotive employees are transforming the way the world buys, owns, sells – or simply uses – cars. Cox Automotive employees get to work on iconic consumer brands like Autotrader and Kelley Blue Book and industry-leading dealer-facing companies like vAuto and Manheim, all while enjoying the people-centered atmosphere that is central to our life at Cox. Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO). For more details on what benefits you may be offered, visit our benefits page. Cox is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer – All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Cox provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with disability, unless such accommodations would cause an undue hardship. EOE, including disability/vets Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship. No OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT or visa sponsorship now or in future. Cox brings together the world’s greatest minds to help breathe life into new possibilities – and drive innovation for a better future. That’s why we look for individuals who share our pioneering spirit, have imaginative ideas and are fearless when it comes to tackling the world’s biggest challenges. Our people love technology – and they love making a difference. They have a passion for finding new solutions and working with brilliant colleagues. Every day they dedicate themselves to a huge range of exciting projects, contributing to the Cox vision around the globe. From engineering new sustainability solutions that conserve water and energy to creating the infrastructure for the smart cities of tomorrow, there’s no challenge too great for our pioneers. And there’s no shortage of opportunities for you to make a difference. Come and experience the dynamic, collaborative and creative environments where your ideas are welcome and new discoveries are waiting. To help you grow to your full potential, we strive to support our employees in their career aspirations and promote the freedom to explore new horizons. #J-18808-Ljbffr