Roadside Assistance Technicians

Roadside Assistance Tow Technician

AAA is hiring full time roadside assistance tow technicians to join our roadside assistance team in Columbus, OH! Rain or shine, snow or ice, our drivers help our members when they need us most, whether it's changing a flat tire, jumpstarting a car battery or towing a vehicle. We are looking for dependable and empathetic individuals who truly love to help others and don't mind working outside in various weather conditions. AAA offers a competitive compensation package, a generous PTO plan, an excellent 401k plan and company match, and outstanding health insurance benefits. Overtime and monthly bonus opportunities available!

Fleet address: 2400 Sobeck Road, Columbus OH 43232

We offer our associates:

• A competitive base pay range of $23.50/hour to $24.75/hour - for tow technicians. The base pay range shown is a guideline for compensation and ultimate salary offered will be based on factors such as applicant experience and geographic location.
• Now hiring for full time 2nd shift - schedule will include weekends
• 2nd shift includes a 10% shift differential
• Plenty of overtime during peak season
• Monthly bonuses
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match up
• Medical, dental, vision and prescription coverage
• Free AAA membership
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid training
• Uniforms and tools provided

What will you do?

• Provide tow and recovery services using established guidelines and quality control procedures (tow truck driver position).
• Provide lock-out, fuel delivery, battery jump starts and tire change services using established guidelines and quality control procedures.
• Mobile battery technicians sell, install, test, and perform battery warranty services for members.
• Communicate with members effectively to keep them informed and to ensure their safety.
• Make sound decisions regarding the safe service of vehicles and to accommodate member needs.
• Enter call information accurately into in-truck technology, process payments, handle cash and complete reports as required.
• Conduct vehicle and equipment inspections, ensuring that all are in safe operating condition and that all requirements are met. Ensure that the fleet vehicle and all equipment are adequately secured at all times, including when the vehicle is not in use.
• Support AAA as needed by participating in special events (parades, television, radio, and social media) promoting the brand.

Do you have what it takes?

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Completion of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Possess and maintain a valid driver's license for the state where you reside; and maintain all state and local licensing requirements.
• Ability to pass a physical examination as required by Department of Transportation and/or company policy.
• 3 years of experience in an automotive/mechanical environment, or technical school or a minimum of 3 years of experience in a sales and/or customer service role is preferred.
• Lift and carry equipment weighing up to 75 pounds; bend, kneel and balance to change tires, inspect and to push vehicles; and use hand tools to provide service.
• Satisfactory pre-and post-employment screening results, including criminal, drug and motor vehicle screening.
• Operate passenger vehicles and light-medium duty trucks (both manual and automatic transmissions) while primarily working from a service vehicle.
• Communicate effectively in writing, verbally, via email and using assigned technology such as GPS (global positioning systems).
• Successfully complete required departmental training courses within 60 days of hire, and additional future department training as required. (May need to adjust your schedule to attend training).

Ready? Let's do this! If you are ready to make a difference in the lives of our customers and employees, apply now. You can expect to hear from us within 24-72 hours. Not ready to apply? Connect with us on LinkedIn, Facebook, or Twitter.

Full time associates are offered a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, dental, and vision plan options
• Up to 2 weeks paid parental leave
• 401k plan with company match up to 7%
• 2+ weeks of PTO within your first year
• Paid company holidays
• Company provided volunteer opportunities + 1 volunteer day per year
• Free AAA membership
• Continual learning reimbursement up to $5,250 per year
• And more! Check out our benefits page for more information

ACA is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local employment practices laws. At ACA, we are committed to cultivating a welcoming and inclusive workplace of team members with diverse backgrounds and experiences to enable us to meet our goals and support our values while serving our members and customers. We strive to attract and retain candidates with a passion for their work and we encourage all qualified individuals to apply. It is ACA's policy to employ the best qualified individuals available for all positions. Hiring decisions are based upon ACA's operating needs, and applicant qualifications including, but not limited to, experience, skills, ability, availability, cooperation, and job performance.