Rotator & Heavy-Duty Recovery Operator

Valorfleetservices; Alexandria (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Uniforms and PPE provided

Job summary

Valor Fleet Services is seeking a Specialized Operator to run heavy-duty wreckers, rotators, carriers and lowboy trailers in Virginia. You will tow, transport and recover Class 6–8 trucks, buses and equipment, often at roadside or incident scenes, with a focus on safety, accuracy and documentation.

This role requires a valid CDL, DOT medical card, and 3+ years of towing experience including heavy recovery. You will work nights, weekends and holidays as needed, coordinate with law enforcement and

Qualifications

• Valid Class A or B CDL with air brake endorsement and no restrictions limiting tow operations.
• Current DOT medical card; must pass DOT pre-employment drug screen and remain in random testing program
• At least 21 years of age (interstate CDL requirement)
• 3+ years of towing experience, including at least 2 years operating heavy-duty wreckers or rotators
• Demonstrated heavy recovery experience: uprighting, winching and multi-point rigging
• Motor vehicle record acceptable under company and insurance guidelines
• Ability to pass a background check
• High school diploma or GED
• Willingness to work on-call, nights, weekends and holidays in all weather

Responsibilities

• Operate heavy-duty wreckers, rotators, carriers and lowboy trailers to tow, transport and recover Class 6–8 trucks, buses, trailers, equipment and specialty vehicles.
• Perform complex recoveries: uprighting overturned units, winching from ditches or embankments, multi-point rigging and load-shift handling.
• Assess each scene before work begins: hazards, vehicle condition, weight, ground conditions and the safest recovery plan.
• Rig and secure loads with chains, straps, snatch blocks and wheel lifts, staying within rated capacities of all equipment.
• Set up and maintain TIM zones with cones, flares and lighting; coordinate with law enforcement and first responders on scene.
• Disconnect driveshafts, cage brakes, air up or bypass brake systems, and prepare vehicles for safe transport.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip DVIR inspections; report defects and perform basic maintenance on trucks and rigging.
• Document every job: photos before, during and after; customer signatures; invoices and work orders in the dispatch system.
• Communicate clearly and professionally with dispatch, customers, fleet managers and drivers, often under time pressure.
• Respond to on-call and after-hours calls within required response times.
• Mentor and assist light- and medium-duty operators on larger jobs as needed.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

CDL with air brake

DOT medical card

heavy towing experience

heavy recovery experience

on-call availability

communication

bilingual (EN/ES) a plus

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Dispatch/tow software

Mobile documentation apps

Job description

Valor Fleet Services is seeking a Specialized Operator to run heavy-duty wreckers, rotators, carriers and lowboy trailers in Virginia. You will tow, transport and recover Class 6–8 trucks, buses and equipment, often at roadside or incident scenes, with a focus on safety, accuracy and documentation.

This role requires a valid CDL, DOT medical card, and 3+ years of towing experience including heavy recovery. You will work nights, weekends and holidays as needed, coordinate with law enforcement and