Light Duty Tow Truck Operator – Overtime & Benefits

Plains Towing and Recovery; Sturgis (SD); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with 3% company match

40 Hours PTO per year

Uniform, PPE and winter gear provided

Job summary

Plains Towing and Recovery in Sturgis, SD is seeking a light duty tow truck operator to load, secure, and transport vehicles safely while maintaining equipment and following DOT rules.

This full-time role offers paid in-house training, health insurance, a 401(k) with 3% match, PTO, and uniform and PPE. Shifts are 5 days per week, with long hours and potential overtime in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• 21+ years old.
• Valid driver's license required. Class A CDL for rotator/heavy-unit positions; standard license may qualify for lighter-duty units with training.
• Able to lift 50 lbs occasionally, 25 lbs frequently.
• Pass pre-employment drug screen and background check.

Responsibilities

• Load, secure, and transport vehicles safely and without damage.
• Operate wreckers and other specialized recovery equipment.
• Respond to tow/recovery calls, including long-distance dispatches.
• Maintain assigned equipment and facilities in safe working condition.
• Follow all DOT and company safety regulations.

Skills

Driving

Safety-conscious

Equipment operation

DOT compliance

PPE adherence

Tools

Wreckers

Recovery equipment

Job description

Plains Towing and Recovery in Sturgis, SD is seeking a light duty tow truck operator to load, secure, and transport vehicles safely while maintaining equipment and following DOT rules.

This full-time role offers paid in-house training, health insurance, a 401(k) with 3% match, PTO, and uniform and PPE. Shifts are 5 days per week, with long hours and potential overtime in all weather conditions.