AAA Roadside Assistance Truck Driver

AAA Club Alliance; Newington (CT); Remote; USD 33,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and overtime

Paid training

Monthly bonuses

PTO and holidays

401(k) with company match

Health, dental, vision insurance

Free AAA Membership

Tuition reimbursement

Uniforms provided

Life insurance

Job summary

AAA Club Alliance is seeking full-time Roadside Assistance drivers to join our Newington team. You will help members with lock-out, fuel delivery, jump starts and tire changes from a service vehicle, with no CDL required and paid training.

Overtime and monthly bonuses are available, plus a comprehensive benefits package including PTO, holidays, 401(k) with company match, health/dental/vision insurance, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Provide lock-out, fuel delivery, battery jump starts and tire change services.
• Sell and install car batteries (Mobile Battery position only).
• Provide tow and recovery services (Tow Truck Driver position only).
• 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 to ensure safe operating condition and adequately secured at all times.
• Support AAA as needed by participating in special events (parades, television, radio, and social media) promoting the brand.

Skills

Customer service

Dependable

Empathetic

Driving license

Physical stamina

Problem solving

Written communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Overview

AAA is seeking full time drivers to join our Roadside Assistance team in Newington! We are looking for dependable and empathetic individuals who truly love to help others whether it's changing a flat tire, jump starting a car battery or towing a vehicle, 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! *** NO CDL required*** ***Paid Training!*** ***Hiring Immediately***

Compensation and Benefits

• A competitive base rate between $24.15 to $27.00/hour, depending on experience and position
• 10% shift differential for working 2nd shift (adds over $2.00 to the hourly rate!)
• Plenty of overtime during peak season
• Monthly bonuses (potential to make up to an additional $300 per month)
• Over 3 weeks of Paid Time Off
• 8 Paid Holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match up to 6% (first 4% matched at 125%)
• Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Coverage
• FREE Life Insurance
• FREE AAA Membership
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Paid Training
• Uniforms and tools provided

Qualifications

• 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).

Key Responsibilities

• Provide lock-out, fuel delivery, battery jump starts and tire change services.
• Sell and install car batteries (Mobile Battery position only).
• Provide tow and recovery services (Tow Truck Driver position only).
• 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 to ensure safe operating condition and adequately secured at all times.
• Support AAA as needed by participating in special events (parades, television, radio, and social media) promoting the brand.

Benefits (Continued)

• 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

Check out our Benefits Page for more information

Location

Job Category: Fleet Work from home or remote positions primary residence must reside within the footprint that AAA Club Alliance Inc. operates. Our club is located in Washington DC and 13 states including Connecticut, Delaware, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, New Jersey, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Virginia, and West Virginia.

Company Overview

AAA Club Alliance is the result of AAA Mid-Atlantic, AAA Allied Group, AAA Oklahoma/South Dakota, and AAA Ohio Automobile Club joining, now representing nearly 7.4 million members in 13 states including Washington, D.C. We’ve created an environment where you can look forward to coming to work and interacting with compassionate people who enjoy what they do and love supporting their team. We’re dedicated to keeping our Associates fulfilled and helping them feel secure. With such a diversity of products and services, our Associates have the opportunity to fulfill customer needs while growing their own career.

Equal Opportunity

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.

Additional Information

So that leaves one question, are you ready to make a difference? Are you being referred to one of our roles? If so, ask your connection at AAA Club Alliance about our Associate referral process! We recognize that you don’t stop being a parent, caretaker, pet owner, or student because you’re at work. We give our Associates the option to customize their experience in order to suit their individual needs and interests. We offer a wide array of benefits that give our Associates piece of mind– even after retirement. You can learn more about our benefit offerings here.

Disability Accommodation

AAA Club Alliance complies with federal, state and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please direct your inquiries to [e-mail].