Tow Truck Driver

Paul's Auto Yard; Merrillville (IN); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Paul's Auto Yard in Merrillville, IN seeks an experienced Tow Truck Driver to provide prompt, courteous towing services. The role requires operating a flatbed tow truck, safely loading and unloading vehicles, and maintaining service records.

DOT and for-hire endorsements, plus a current DOT physical and clean driving record are required. The candidate must be able to communicate with dispatch and customers, follow safety policies, and work both independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced

Qualifications

• 1+ year towing experience.
• Valid Driver's License with For Hire Endorsement.
• Current DOT Physical.
• Clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Operate a flatbed tow truck to transport vehicles to designated locations.
• Respond to dispatch calls promptly and professionally.
• Safely load, secure, and unload vehicles using proper procedures and equipment.
• Maintain accurate records of service calls, mileage, and fuel usage.
• Perform pretrip and posttrip inspections of the tow truck to ensure vehicle safety and operational readiness.
• Communicate clearly with dispatch, customers, and law enforcement when necessary.
• Follow all DOT, company, and local safety policies and procedures.

Skills

Road safety

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Driver's License with For Hire Endorsement

DOT Medical Certification

Job description

4950-Tow Truck Driver

FLSA Classification: Non Exempt

Salary Grade/Level/Family/Range: Hourly

Reports to: General Manager

Summary/objective

Job Description

A Tow Truck Driver is responsible for providing prompt, courteous, and professional towing services to our current and new customers.

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.

• Operate a flatbed tow truck to transport vehicles to designated locations.
• Respond to dispatch calls promptly and professionally
• Safely load, secure, and unload vehicles using proper procedures and equipment
• Maintain accurate records of service calls, mileage, and fuel usage
• Perform pretrip and posttrip inspections of the tow truck to ensure vehicle safety and operational readiness
• Communicate clearly with dispatch, customers, and law enforcement when necessary
• Follow all DOT, company, and local safety policies and procedures

Competencies

• Effectively communicate with all locations and provide recommendations
• Ability to work as a team and independently
• Strong communication, interpersonal skills
• Ability to work in a fastpaced environment
• Attention to detail and excellent organizational skills
• Ability to follow safety guidelines and regulations

Supervisory Responsibilities

• N/A

Physical demands

• Ability to sit for long periods of time

Travel required

• All locations as requested by management

Required education and experience

• 1+ year towing experience
• Valid Drivers License with For Hire Endorsement
• Current DOT Physical
• Clean driving record