Roadside Lead Driver | 2nd Shift & Benefits

AAA Club Alliance; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 39,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

AAA Club Alliance in Columbus, OH is seeking a Lead Driver for 2nd Shift to perform lock-out, fuel delivery, battery jumpstarts, tire changes, and mobile battery services from a service vehicle.

The role requires experience in automotive/mechanical environments, valid driver’s license, and ability to pass DOT-related screenings. Overtime, training, and a competitive benefits package are included.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Completion of a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Must possess and maintain a valid driver's license for the state where you reside.
• Must have ability to pass a physical examination on a bi-annual basis as required by DOT and/or Company policy.
• 5+ years of experience in an automotive/mechanical environment, or technical school or a minimum of 5 years of experience in a sales and/or customer service role is preferred.
• Satisfactory pre-and post-employment screening results, including criminal, drug and motor vehicle screening.
• Must successfully complete required departmental training courses within 60 days of hire.
• Must attain and maintain all state and local licensing requirements.
• Knowledge and skills to perform various diagnostic tests, to recommend solutions and to sell and install batteries in various types of vehicles.
• Knowledge and skills to perform tow and recovery services.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing, verbally and using assigned technology.

Responsibilities

• Provide lock-out, fuel delivery, battery jumpstarts and tire change services using established guidelines and quality control procedures.
• Provide mobile battery services using established guidelines and quality control procedures.
• Perform diagnostic tests and recommend solutions including sales of batteries and installation in various types of vehicles.
• Provide tow and recovery services using established guidelines and quality control procedures.
• Participate in the onboarding process by mentoring new hires and may provide training to other drivers as directed.
• Understand dispatch system and may assist drivers with road service call handling.
• Cover for supervisors when they are off duty ensuring other drivers have the resources they need to deliver service.
• Inspect fleet vehicles for safety, DOT compliance and appearance; ensure they are scheduled for routine maintenance.
• Inventory batteries, supplies, tools and equipment.
• Communicate with members effectively to keep them informed and to ensure their safety.
• Make sound decisions regarding the safe service of vehicles and to accommodate member needs.
• Enter call information accurately into in-truck technology, process payments, handle cash and complete reports as required.
• Conduct vehicle and equipment inspections, ensure that all are in safe operating condition and that all requirements are met.
• Ensure that the fleet vehicle and all equipment are adequately secured at all times, including when the vehicle is not in use.
• Support AAA as needed by participating in special events promoting the brand.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Diagnostic tests

Battery installation

Tow and recovery

Customer communication

Manual tools

DOT regulations

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

GPS

Email

Job description

AAA Club Alliance in Columbus, OH is seeking a Lead Driver for 2nd Shift to perform lock-out, fuel delivery, battery jumpstarts, tire changes, and mobile battery services from a service vehicle.

The role requires experience in automotive/mechanical environments, valid driver’s license, and ability to pass DOT-related screenings. Overtime, training, and a competitive benefits package are included.