Heavy-Duty Tow & Recovery Technician

Solid Waste Management; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Solid Waste Management seeks a skilled tow recovery technician to support the Vehicle Maintenance Department. The role involves towing heavy trash collection vehicles, roadside troubleshooting, and performing mechanical repairs to ensure fleet readiness.

Candidates should have CDL and verifiable tow recovery experience, with emphasis on safety and equipment maintenance. The position supports field operations across sites and reports to the Vehicle Maintenance supervisor.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Four (4) years of tow recovery experience.
• Two (2) years mechanical/hydraulic and air brake system maintenance and repair experience.

Responsibilities

• Tow large commercial vehicles from failure related issues and accidents; coordinate recovery efforts with external agencies and other departments.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections of tow recovery units and vehicles being towed for safety; perform minor repairs as needed.
• Assess repairs needed and relay information to the vehicle maintenance shop to expedite the repair process.
• Confer with supervisor regarding basic vehicle operational decisions; analyze related vehicle issues and make recommendations.
• Assist in the maintenance and repair of Heavy Duty Commercial and Residential trash collection vehicles.
• Ensure adherence to safe work practices and procedures.
• Submit periodic work activity and equipment status reports to supervisory personnel.
• Operate heavy equipment and hydraulic-lift systems; transport refuse via a tractor trailer.
• Assist and train lower skilled and licensed mechanics in recovery efforts.

Skills

Tow recovery

Roadside troubleshooting

Mechanical repair

Safety procedures

Heavy equipment operation

Hydraulic systems

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hydraulic lift systems

Tow equipment

Job description

Solid Waste Management seeks a skilled tow recovery technician to support the Vehicle Maintenance Department. The role involves towing heavy trash collection vehicles, roadside troubleshooting, and performing mechanical repairs to ensure fleet readiness.

Candidates should have CDL and verifiable tow recovery experience, with emphasis on safety and equipment maintenance. The position supports field operations across sites and reports to the Vehicle Maintenance supervisor.