CDL Heavy-Duty Driver - Rotator & Recovery Specialist

Guardian Fleet Services Inc.; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign on Bonus

Two medical plans

401(k) Plan

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Guardian Fleet Services is seeking a Heavy Duty Driver to join our team in the B & B Wrecker division. You will operate rotator, rollback, and recovery vehicles with a CDL license, ensuring safe transport, cargo securement, and accurate documentation.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of commercial driving experience, basic mechanical skills, and strong communication. Must be reliable, safety‑conscious, and able to work weekends as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Trade school accreditation in towing, recovery, or transport.
• At least 2 years of commercial driving experience.
• Basic mechanical skills and ability to use tools.
• Valid CDL.
• Ability to operate heavy duty vehicles safely and efficiently.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Transport goods and materials to and from designated locations.
• Work with Dispatch on customer calls.
• Operate heavy duty vehicles (rotator, rollback, recovery).
• Perform routine vehicle maintenance (oil, water, tires).
• Ensure cargo is secured and loaded correctly.
• Adhere to traffic laws and safety regulations.
• Communicate effectively with dispatch and team.
• Complete paperwork and documentation.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Heavy duty driving

CDL license

Basic mechanical skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or GED

Trade school accreditation (Towing/Recovery/Transport)

Tools

GPS

Mobile device

Job description

Guardian Fleet Services is looking for a new team member to join our growing family at our B & B Wrecker division.

We are seeking a reliable and experienced Heavy Duty Driver to join our team. The Heavy Duty Driver will be driving aHeavy-Duty Rotator, Rollback, and recovery vehicle with a GVWR rating of more than 26,000 lbs. and must possess a valid CDL driver’s license relative to the vehicle being operated and towed combination.

• Transport goods and materials to and from designated locations.
• Working with the Dispatch team on customer calls.
• Operate heavy duty vehicles such as trucks, trailers, and buses.
• Perform routine maintenance on vehicles, including checking oil, water, and tire pressure.
• Ensure cargo is properly secured and loaded.
• Adhere to all traffic laws and safety regulations.
• Communicate effectively with dispatchers and other team members.
• Complete all necessary paperwork and documentation.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications, Education and Experience

• High school diploma or GED (preferred).
• Relevant trade school - Towing, recovery or transport accreditation.
• At least two (2) years of relative commercial driving experience.
• Basic mechanical skills and ability to use tools
• Valid commercial driver's license (CDL)
• 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

Competencies and Abilities

• Safety is our number one priority.
• Must be able to speak, write and communicate in English
• Ability to communicate calmly and effectively
• Basic technology skills. Ability to use GPS, company-issued software, mobile device
• Basic mechanical skills and ability to use tools
• Attention to detail and accuracy when documenting work, hours, and information

Physical Requirements
Job requires lifting, crawling, pulling, constant use of hands, significant bending and reaching, climbing. Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, working outdoors in the environment can be exposed to extreme cold and extreme heat. The noise level in the work environment is moderately loud. Lifting over 50lbs is a job requirement must not have any lifting restrictions and must not be afraid of heights.

Benefits Offered

• Paid Holidays
• Two medical plans
• Vision
• $15K Employer paid Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Insurance plans
• 401(k) Plan
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term Disability
• Hospital Indemnity
• Cancer plan
• PTO
• Employee Assistance Program
• Sign on Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Quarterly Driver Safety Bonus

EEOC Policy Statement- Guardian Fleet Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications.