Tow Truck Driver

Open Road; Morristown (NJ); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Open Road Flat Bed driver position near Morristown, NJ, transports vehicles, performs pre/post-trip inspections, and assists with loading and unloading. The role requires planning routes, logging hours, and adhering to DOT and company policies.

A CDL is a plus; strong physical stamina, mechanical aptitude, and ability to lift 50 lbs are essential for a five-day work week.

Qualifications

• Proven work experience as a truck driver.
• Ability to drive trucks and tow trailers.
• Knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations.
• No recent moving or driving violations in the last 3 years.
• Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc.).
• Willing to submit to background/drug checks.
• Physical dexterity. Good hand-eye-foot coordination.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Awareness of, and ability to adhere to, safety standards at all times.
• Must have demonstrated ability to work under minimal supervision
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Must be available to work a five day work week.

Responsibilities

• Transport vehicles over land to and from points of origin to destination sites.
• Plan routes and meet delivery schedules.
• Document and log work/rest periods and miles spent driving and retain fuel/toll receipts
• Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures.
• Maneuver truck into loading or unloading positions.
• Collect and verify delivery instructions.
• Inspect tow truck for mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance.
• Report defects, accidents or violations.
• Other duties and responsibilities as required.

Skills

CDL A license (preferred)

Truck driving

Route planning

Safety compliance

Physical stamina

Mechanical aptitude

Lift at least 50 lbs

Dependable / team player

Job description

Flat Bed

Job Description

Responsible for using a truck to transport vehicles. Also required to perform vehicle inspections before and after each trip, and assist in loading and unloading.

Responsibilities:

• Transport vehiclesover land to and from points of origin to destination sites.
• Plan routes and meet delivery schedules.
• Document and log work/rest periods and miles spent driving and retain fuel/toll receipts
• Comply with truck driving rules and regulations (size, weight, route designations, parking and break periods) as well as with company policies and procedures.
• Maneuver truckinto loading or unloading positions.
• Collect and verify delivery instructions.
• Inspect tow truckfor mechanical items and safety issues and perform preventative maintenance.
• Report defects, accidents or violations.
• Other duties and responsibilities as required.

Qualifications:

• Proven work experience as a truck driver.
• Ability to drive trucks and tow trailers.
• Knowledge of applicable truck driving rules and regulations.
• No recent moving or driving violations in the last 3 years.
• Adaptability and foresight to handle unexpected situations (traffic, weather conditions etc.).
• Willing to submit to background/drug checks.
• Physical dexterity. Good hand-eye-foot coordination.
• Mechanical aptitude.
• Awareness of, and ability to adhere to, safety standards at all times.
• Must have demonstrated ability to work under minimal supervision
• Must be able to lift at least 50 lbs.
• Must be available to work a five day work week.

License:

• CDL a plus

Job Type:

• Full-time
• Monday - Friday
• 8 hour day

This Job Is Ideal for Someone Who Is:

• Dependable and responsible