Tow Truck Driver

Prime Tow Truck Driver

Prime's enviable reputation within the transportation industry is a culmination of more than fifty years of dedication to a unique corporate culture which seeks the most qualified professionals and routinely rewards them accordingly. Every Prime associate, driving and non-driving alike, is selected for their outstanding ability to perform well beyond typical expectations.

Positive, enterprising and highly-motivated individuals who possess the talent, creativity and drive to excel, routinely succeed once they join the Prime Team. The stated goal of Prime is simply to strive to be the best, not necessarily the biggest. The Prime Team cooperates to exceed customer requirements by providing exceptional customer service.

Responsibilities

Prime, Inc. is looking for a dedicated, motivated tow truck driver to driver a tow truck to move trucks and trailers damaged by accident, stalled, or ticketed by police for traffic violation by performing the following duties:

• Receives call or is dispatched to location by supervisor.
• Attaches anti-sway bar to vehicle by means of cable, chains, or other grappling devices to tow vehicle to repair shop, Prime Inc. terminal, or other location as designated.
• Makes minor repairs to tractors along highway such as replacing batteries and light bulbs, and connecting loose wires.
• Removes, bends, or cuts parts of damaged vehicles preparatory to towing.
• Abides motor vehicle regulations and insurance laws.

Shift needed:

Full time position Wednesday through Saturday

Qualifications

Qualifications required:

Any combination of education, training, and experience providing the following knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Knowledge:

Truck driving experience is a requirement. Knowledge of safety rules and regulations is beneficial. Must be customer service and goal oriented, self-motivated, possess initiative and need minimal supervision.

Abilities:

Must have a strong work history. Flexible schedule with the ability to work nights and weekends required. This position does require an occasional overnight trip.

Experience, Education, and Training:

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Towing experience is preferred, but will train.

Physical Requirements:

This position requires frequent standing, walking, and driving. Frequent crouching, stooping, grasping, bending, two hand control and side reaching is required.

Working Environment:

Both indoor and outdoor working environment with exposure to varying weather conditions.

Licensing/Certification:

Must have a valid CDL A license with current medical card; and also a satisfactory CSA score. Further driver qualifications to be discussed upon offer.

Miscellaneous Requirements:

A clear accident record the last three years and free of moving violations is a requirement. Candidate must also be able to pass a DOT physical prior to beginning employment with Prime, Inc.