Light Duty Tow Truck Driver

Guardian Fleet Services Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two medical plans

Vision

Employer paid Life and AD&D

Voluntary Insurance plans

401(k) Plan

Short Term Disability

Long Term Disability

Employee Assistance Program

PTO

Sign on Bonus

Employee Referral Bonus

Quarterly Driver Safety Bonus

Job summary

Guardian Fleet Services is seeking a Light Duty Tow Driver to join our team. The role involves operating a GVWR under 25,999 lbs towing vehicle, delivering reliable service, and coordinating with Dispatch.

Candidate should have a valid driver's license for the vehicle, strong customer service skills, and basic mechanical ability. In-state and out-of-state sign-on bonuses are offered.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Towing, recovery or transport accreditation.
• At least two years of relative commercial driving experience.
• Basic mechanical skills and ability to use tools.

Responsibilities

• Provide reliable customer service and maintain a professional demeanor.
• Drive interstate for towing, recovery, and/or transport.
• Communicate effectively with Dispatch.
• Perform daily vehicle inspection and report issues.
• Follow safety requirements and DOT regulations.
• Report mechanical issues with trucks/trailers when discovered.
• Operate company software and GPS; other duties as assigned.

Skills

Customer service

English communication

GPS usage

Basic mechanical skills

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma or GED (preferred)

Towing/recovery accreditation

Tools

Samsara

GPS

Tow book

Job description

Light Duty Tow Driver $1,500 Sign on Bonus in State and $2,500 Sign on Bonus Out of State.

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. The noise level in the work environment is moderately loud. 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 Disability
• Employee 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.