Heavy Wrecker Operator

GPKC LLC; Grandview (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Shift Differential for night/weekend

Paid Time Off

Company Match 401(k)

Life Insurance

Job summary

GPKC LLC in Grandview, MO is seeking full-time tow truck operators for night and weekend shifts. You will operate heavy wreckers, assist with towing for dealerships and auctions, and provide safe, courteous emergency roadside support.

The role requires a CDL Class A with a clean driving record, willingness to obtain doubles/triples endorsements, and the ability to meet DOT physical requirements. Expect long hours, varying weather, and on-road time with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• Heavy towing experience required.
• CDL Class A with safe driving record.
• Willing to obtain doubles and triples endorsement.
• Must meet DOT testing and physical requirements.
• Must provide your own hand tools.
• Ability to perform basic math calculations and interpret road maps.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical and maintain certification.

Responsibilities

• Operates heavy wrecker recovering and towing medium and heavy-duty vehicles.
• Extremely early and late pickup and delivery times; long on-road hours.
• Drives a Company vehicle safely, courteously, and responsibly.
• Follows DOT procedures, picks up vehicles at auction or private party.
• Secures vehicles and verifies load, handles paperwork.
• Maintains records, notes vehicle details, and signs off on loads.
• Provides exceptional customer service to members in need of emergency help.
• Hooks and ties down cars for transport per procedures.
• Transports cars between dealerships, body shops, branches and auctions.
• Willing to assist in light duties during shifts.

Skills

Heavy towing

CDL Class A

DOT compliance

GPS mapping

Customer service

Attention to detail

Safety minded

Tools

Hand tools

Job description

GPKC is the parent company of Lazer Tow & Liberty

Our mission is to deliver dedication to the highest quality of customer service and to do so with a sense of warmth, friendliness, individual pride, and company spirit.

We are seeking both entry level and experienced Tow Truck Operators eager to join a fast paced and growing team!

We have immediate openings for full-time tow truck operators. We are looking to hire motivated, hardworking individuals who are willing to work nights and weekends. Are you ready to be part of the best tow company in area?

Our equipment is the best on the road, and we're looking for the right drivers. Are you ready to make the career you have been looking for?

Heavy Operator Responsibilities:

Operates heavy wrecker recovering and towing medium and heavy-duty vehicles.

Duties entail very early and late pickup and delivery times, employee is on the road an extreme amount of time

Drives a Company vehicle in a safe, courteous and responsible manner avoiding traffic violations and accident

Must follow DOT procedures Picks up vehicles at auction or private party, loads onto Company truck at the various locations

Secures vehicles down and verifies the condition of the truck and the load, gets paperwork associated with the vehicle

Leaves lot with orders where to pick up vehicles, drives to the pick destination and verifies vehicles obtains signature at the pickup location confirming the accuracy of Vehicles shown on the order and those received and signs off on the integrity of what was loaded at the location

Works carefully in such a manner as to prevent injury to yourself or damage to vehicles Complies with established Company policies and procedures

Provide exceptional customer service to our Members in need of emergency mechanical help including

Subject to DOT Procedures - driver logs, unexpired medical card

Ensures safe delivery of vehicles by retrieving and delivering to and from customers

Geography, street mapping and GPS skills

Keep track of time and transports for billing

Makes proper notations on regarding vehicles

Willing to help in light duty during time of need while on shift

Hook and tie down cars for transport following outlined procedures and guidelines

Transport cars between dealerships, body shops, branches and auctions as requested

Heavy Operator Requirements:

Must have Heavy Towing Operator experience

Must possess a valid driver's license CDL (Class A) and safe driving record

Willing to obtain doubles and triples endorsement

Must meet Department of Transportation testing and physical requirements

Must be detail oriented and accurate in work assignments

Must provide your own hand tools

Ability to perform basic math calculations and interpret road maps

Ability to pass a physical examination required by the Department of Transportation (DOT Card Required) and maintain the certificate for the duration of employment in the position

Demonstrates positive customer service attitude - both to coworkers and customers.

Able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation

Ability to move safely over uneven terrain or in tight spaces

Ability to work in extreme weather

Sit behind driving wheel for extended periods of time

**We Offer Competitive Benefits**

• Medical, Dental & Vision
• Incentive Pay & Shift Differential for night and weekend drivers
• Paid Time Off
• Company Match 401(k)
• Company Sponsored Life Insurance
• Supplemental Accident, STD & Critical Illness coverage
• Work Life Balance