Heavy-Duty Tow Driver

Job Description

Job Description

The Heavy-Duty Tow Driver will be driving a Heavy-Duty Wrecker, Rollback, and/or Recovery Vehicle with a GVWR rating of more than 26,000 lbs. Heavy-Duty Tow Drivers are required to work diligently with all Dispatch team members. On-Call availability is required. Additional duties will be required as necessary. Managers oversee Heavy-Duty Tow Drivers, which includes but is not limited to Scheduling, Interpersonal issues, and training.

• Provide heavy duty towing and roadside assistance in a safe, professional, and timely manner.
• Complete all heavy-duty towing/transport deliveries/pickups as scheduled.
• Swiftly, calmly, and professionally rectify customer issues that may arise.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip DOT inspections.
• Maintain accurate and up to date driver logs, trip sheets, and submit weekly.
• Able to read and navigate by map and/or GPS, plot routes, and follow oral and written delivery instructions.
• Communicate and work diligently with all Dispatch personnel.
• Observe rules and regulations, safety procedures, and traffic laws.
• Follow accident procedures as needed.
• Inspect, protect, and maintain company assets, merchandise, and vehicles.
• Ensure appropriate delivery documentation is generated, filled out, and submitted via Tow Book.
• Process and dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous materials as needed.
• Ensure assigned company truck is kept clean and presentable.
• Report any problems with tractor/trailer/tanker to management immediately.
• Regularly wash truck during downtime.
• Complete proper paperwork related to dispatch and admin in a timely manner.
• Perform additional tasks as needed/assigned.

• Valid commercial driver's license with CDL-A with doubles/triples endorsement.
• Hazmat and tanker endorsements are strongly encouraged.
• Must not have Automatic Transmission restrictions.
• Must have DOT Medical Card and clean driving record.
• Ability to operate heavy duty vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as needed.

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least two (2) years of commercial driving experience.
• Basic mechanical skills and ability to use tools.

• Medical, Dental, and Vision plans.
• Life and Disability Plans.
• AFLAC.
• 401K with company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.

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