SHOP FORMAN / TOW OPERATOR

Plains-Towing-and-Recovery; Gillette (WY); On-site; USD 39,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

PTO

Uniform provided

Job summary

Plains Towing is seeking a reliable Shop Foreman for Gillette, WY, leading by example in a busy heavy tow operation. Training is provided to achieve Class A CDL, roto‑heavy unit operation, and certification progression.

You’ll coordinate load/unload, maintenance, and equipment readiness across a large fleet, with 12+ hour shifts and potential long-distance calls. We offer a $2,500 sign‑on bonus, health insurance, 401(k) with company match, PTO, and uniforms.

Qualifications

• 23+ 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
• Able to pass pre-employment drug screen, fit-for-duty physical, and background check

Responsibilities

• Load and unload vehicles safely, ensuring damage-free transport
• Operate specialized equipment, progressing to heavy-duty recovery certification
• Attend all training courses required for the Class A CDL position as part of development
• Help schedule and prioritize vehicle maintenance and repairs to minimize fleet downtime
• Assist with facility upkeep and keep assigned equipment in peak condition
• Maintain readiness for occasional long-distance recovery travel on short notice

Skills

Initiative

Safety-minded

Team player

Heavy-duty operation

Education

Class A CDL

Job description

Shop Foreman / Class A CDL Heavy Tow Operator – Gillette, WY

Plains Towing is hiring a reliable, safety-conscious Shop Foreman to support our Gillette and Sundance locations, leading by example on one of the region's largest fleets, including a 60-ton rotator wrecker. Prior towing experience is preferred but not required — we're looking for people with the initiative to learn, and we provide paid in-house training to get you there. Responsibilities grow with you as you progress through training.

Pay & Benefits

• $28–$37/hour DOE, depending on experience
• $2,500 sign-on bonus
• Unlimited overtime and performance bonuses
• Health insurance
• 401(k) with 3% company match
• 40 hours PTO per year, increasing annually
• Uniform, winter gear, and other required PPE provided

Schedule

This is a 5-day-per-week schedule, either Sunday–Thursday or Tuesday–Saturday (shift assignment based on rotation/seniority). It's tow/recovery work, not a standard desk job — within those 5 days, expect:

• Shifts that can run 12+ hours depending on call volume
• Occasional long-distance tow/recovery runs on short notice
• Work in all weather conditions

Your Role

This is a team leadership role, not a management role — you set the standard through your own performance, not by supervising others. You work closely with the District Manager as the on-the-ground presence across both locations, freeing him to focus on broader district operations and growth. Day to day, you will:

• Load and unload vehicles safely, ensuring damage-free transport
• Operate specialized equipment, progressing from light-duty through heavy-duty recovery certification
• Attend all training courses required for the Class A CDL position as part of your development
• Help schedule and prioritize vehicle maintenance and repairs to minimize fleet downtime
• Assist with facility upkeep and keep assigned equipment in peak condition
• Maintain readiness for occasional long-distance recovery travel on short notice

What You Bring

• Initiative and a self-starter mindset — prior experience preferred, not required
• A commitment to professionalism and premium customer service
• Ability to work 12+ hour shifts and perform in extreme weather or challenging terrain
• A proactive safety mindset — for yourself, your crew, and the public

Qualifications

• 23+ years old
• Valid driver's license required. Class A CDL is required for rotator/heavy-unit positions; a standard license may qualify you for lighter-duty units, with a training and certification path provided into full CDL operation.
• Able to lift 50 lbs occasionally, 25 lbs frequently
• Able to pass a pre-employment drug screen, fit-for-duty physical exam, and background check