Light Duty Driver - Day Shift

Guardian Fleet Services; Fort Myers (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

401(k) Plan

PTO

Sign on Bonus

Job summary

A leading towing and recovery service in Fort Myers is seeking a Light Duty Tow Truck Driver to join their team. This role involves driving a commercial vehicle, performing inspections, and ensuring excellent customer service. Candidates should have at least two years of commercial driving experience and basic mechanical skills. The position offers various benefits, including medical plans, PTO, and a sign-on bonus. Ideal for committed individuals who prioritize safety and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid driver’s license for the vehicle type.
• At least two years of relevant commercial driving experience.
• Ability to lift over 50 lbs without restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Drive a commercial towing and recovery vehicle.
• Perform vehicle inspections and report mechanical issues.
• Communicate closely with Dispatch for towing and recovery.

Skills

Reliable customer service

Basic technology skills

Basic mechanical skills

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or GED

Relevant trade school accreditation

Tools

GPS

Samsara

Tow book

Job description

$1,500 Sign on Bonus in State and $2,500 Sign on Bonus Out of State

DAY SHIFT

Guardian Fleet Services is looking for a new team member to join our growing family. The Light Duty Tow Truck Driver will be driving a commercial towing and recovery vehicle with a GVWR rating of less than 25,999 lbs. and must possess a valid driver’s license relative to the vehicle being operated and towed combination.

Essential Duties

• Reliable, strong customer service and professional demeanor
• Ability to drive and perform duties via interstate for towing, recovery, and/or transport
• Ability to communicate and work closely with Dispatch
• Ability to perform vehicle inspection sheet daily, identifying any mechanical issues
• Ability to follow all safety requirements and DOT rules and regulations
• Report all mechanical issues with regard to trucks and trailers at the time of discovery.
• Ability to work with softwareand computer programs i.e. Samsara, GPS, and Tow book a plus
• Other duties as assigned.

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

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.

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 and other weather conditions. Lifting over 50lbs is a job requirement must not have any lifting restrictions.

Benefits Offered

• Two Medical plans
• Vision
• Employer paid Life and AD&D
• Voluntary Insurance plans
• 401(k) Plan
• Short Term Disability
• Long Term DisabilityEmployee Assistance Program
• PTO
• 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.