Driver, Transport

Colonial Group; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Colonial Group is seeking a Transport Driver in Fort Wayne, Indiana to operate tow trucks and relocate vehicles for the lot or auction block. You will be responsible for driving, rigging, and transporting vehicles, logging trips, and reporting any damages or incidents.

The role requires a High School Diploma or GED and 1+ years of experience with medium-heavy automotive equipment, including wrecker or tow trucks. Strong safety, communication, and customer service skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years of experience operating medium-heavy automotive machinery, including wrecker or tow trucks.

Responsibilities

• Drive, operate, and maintain transportation trucks; rig vehicles for transport using approved procedures.
• Observe instruments while operating the vehicle and perform routine repairs as needed.
• Transport vehicles to and from the lot.
• Record and log trips; report defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damages.
• Clean and maintain work area and tools; perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

Valid Class Driver’s License

Driving record

Customer service

Communication skills

Automotive repair

Operate trucks

Rig vehicles

Physical ability

Lifting 50 lbs

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Job Summary:

The Transport Driver is responsible for operating automotive equipment to tow and transport vehicles. This role supports operations by relocating vehicles to be brought to or from the lot or auction block.

Accountabilities & Responsibilities:

• Drive, operate, and maintain transportation trucks. Rig vehicles to be transported using approved procedures.

• Observe instruments while operating the vehicle. Make necessary routine repair as necessary.

• Transport vehicles to and from the lot.

• Record and log trips. Report defects, accidents, traffic violations, or damages.

• Clean and maintain work area and associated tools and machinery.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Experience & Education:

• High School Diploma or GED required

• 1+ years of experience operating medium-heavy automotive machinery, including wrecker or tow trucks.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Valid Class Driver’s License with proper endorsements.

• Valid driver’s license and safe driving record required.

• Commitment to providing excellent customer service.

• Proven communication and interaction skills.

• Demonstrated skill with minor automotive repair or maintenance

• Proven ability to operate trucks or machinery.

• Ability to work both inside automotive machinery or outside in varying conditions as required.

• Able to operate and manipulate equipment or machinery as necessary to perform role.

• Must be able to position self to rig vehicles, which may include stooping, kneeling, crouching, crawling, bending, standing, and sitting.

• Ability to lift, push, pull, or move items weighing up to 50 lbs. for various needs.