Heavy-Duty Tow Driver - Exeter, NH

New England Truck Center; Exeter (NH); On-site; USD 69,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance

Life & Disability Plans

AFLAC

401(k) with Company Match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

New England Truck Center is hiring a Heavy-Duty Tow Driver. This role operates heavy-duty wreckers, rollbacks, and recovery vehicles with GVWR over 26,000 lbs.

You’ll respond to towing and roadside calls and work closely with Dispatch to provide safe service, with earning potential up to $135,000 per year. The position offers a standard 40-hour week, weekend and on-call availability, and a competitive pay/commission structure.

Qualifications

• CDL-A with doubles/triples endorsement and no auto transmission restriction.
• Current DOT Medical Card and clean driving record.
• Minimum 2 years of commercial driving experience.
• Ability to operate heavy-duty tow trucks and related equipment.
• Strong communication and customer-service skills.
• Willingness to work weekends, on-call rotations, and holidays.

Responsibilities

• Provide heavy-duty towing, recovery, transport, and roadside assistance safely.
• Complete scheduled towing, transport, pickup, and delivery assignments.
• Respond to customer concerns calmly and professionally.
• Coordinate with Dispatch on calls, routes, timing, and requirements.
• Perform DOT pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Maintain driver logs, trip sheets, and weekly documentation.
• Navigate using GPS/maps and follow written/verbal instructions.
• Follow DOT regulations and company safety procedures.
• Report mechanical issues to management and ensure equipment is ready.
• Submit towing and delivery documentation through Towbook.
• Handle hazardous and non-hazardous materials as required.
• Keep assigned truck clean, professional, and ready to work.

Skills

CDL-A

Doubles/Triples endorsement

No auto transmission

DOT Medical Card

Clean driving record

2+ years commercial driving

Heavy-duty operation

Strong communication

Independent worker

Detail-oriented

Weekend/on-call/holiday availability

High school diploma

Basic mechanical knowledge

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Heavy-Duty Tow Driver - Earn Up to $135,000/Year

$33-$37/hour + competitive commission | Full-Time | CDL-A Required

If you know how to handle heavy equipment, stay calm when the pressure is on, and take pride in doing the job right, we want to hear from you.

We're looking for an experienced Heavy-Duty Tow Driver to join our team. This is a hands-on role operating heavy-duty wreckers, rollbacks, and recovery vehicles with a GVWR over 26,000 lbs. You'll respond to towing, transport, roadside, and recovery calls while working closely with our Dispatch team to provide safe, professional service when our customers need it most.

It's not just another driving job. It's an opportunity to put your CDL, experience, problem-solving skills, and professionalism to work - with strong earning potential of up to $135,000 per year.

Compensation & Schedule

• $33-$37 per hour
• Competitive commission structure
• Earning potential up to $135,000/year
• Standard 40-hour workweek
• Weekend availability is required
• On-call availability is required
• Holiday availability may be needed based on business demands

What You’ll Do

As a Heavy-Duty Tow Driver, you'll be trusted to safely operate company equipment, assist customers in challenging situations, and represent our company professionally on every call.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Provide heavy-duty towing, recovery, transport, and roadside assistance safely and efficiently.
• Complete scheduled towing, transport, pickup, and delivery assignments.
• Respond to customer concerns calmly, professionally, and with a solutions-first approach.
• Work closely with Dispatch to coordinate calls, routes, timing, and job requirements.
• Perform required DOT pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Maintain accurate driver logs, trip sheets, and required weekly documentation.
• Navigate efficiently using GPS, maps, route planning, and written or verbal instructions.
• Follow all DOT regulations, company safety procedures, and applicable traffic laws.
• Follow proper accident and incident procedures when necessary.
• Protect and properly maintain company vehicles, equipment, merchandise, and other assets.
• Complete and submit required towing and delivery documentation through Towbook.
• Properly handle and dispose of hazardous and non-hazardous materials when required.
• Keep your assigned truck clean, professional, and ready to work.
• Report mechanical or equipment issues to management immediately.
• Complete dispatch and administrative paperwork accurately and on time.
• Assist with additional duties and recovery needs as assigned.

What We’re Looking For

We need a driver who is dependable, safety-focused, mechanically capable, and comfortable taking ownership of the job from dispatch through completion.

Required Qualifications

• Valid CDL-A
• Doubles/Triples endorsement
• No Automatic Transmission restriction
• Current DOT Medical Card
• Clean driving record
• Minimum 2 years of commercial driving experience
• Ability to safely and confidently operate heavy-duty vehicles and equipment
• Strong communication and customer-service skills
• Ability to work independently while also being a reliable part of the team
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work weekends, on-call rotations, and holidays as needed
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Basic mechanical knowledge and ability to use common tools

Strongly Preferred

• Hazmat endorsement
• Tanker endorsement
• Previous heavy-duty towing, recovery, transport, or roadside experience

Why Join Our Team?

Heavy-duty towing takes skill, judgment, and professionalism - and we believe that should be rewarded.

In addition to competitive hourly pay and commission opportunities, eligible employees have access to a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Life & Disability Plans
• AFLAC
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law.