Tow Truck Driver

Prime Inc; Pittston (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime, Inc. is seeking a dedicated tow truck driver to operate a tow truck and move trucks and trailers damaged or ticketed by police for traffic violations.

The role involves responding to dispatch, towing to designated locations, and performing basic repairs to tractors as needed. The position requires a valid CDL A license with a current medical card, a clean CSA score, and willingness for overnight trips.

Qualifications

• Truck driving experience required.
• CDL A license with current medical card required.
• DOT physical and satisfactory CSA score required.
• Flexible schedule with nights and weekends; occasional overnight trips.

Responsibilities

• Tow trucks move damaged vehicles as directed.
• Attach anti-sway bar and tow to repair shop or Prime terminal.
• Make minor repairs to tractors (e.g., batteries, bulbs, wiring).
• Follow motor vehicle regulations and insurance laws.

Skills

Truck driving

Customer service

Initiative

Self-motivation

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Prime's enviable reputation within the transportation industry is a culmination of more than fifty years of dedication to a unique corporate culture which seeks the most qualified professionals and routinely rewards them accordingly. Every Prime associate, driving and non-driving alike, is selected for their outstanding ability to perform well beyond typical expectations.

Positive, enterprising and highly-motivated individuals who possess the talent, creativity and drive to excel, routinely succeed once they join the Prime Team. The stated goal of Prime is simply to strive to be the best, not necessarily the biggest. The Prime Team cooperates to exceed customer requirements by providing exceptional customer service.

Prime, Inc. is looking for a dedicated, motivated tow truck driver to driver a tow truck to move trucks and trailers damaged by accident, stalled, or ticketed by police for traffic violation by performing the following duties

• Receives call or is dispatched to location by supervisor.
• Attaches anti-sway bar to vehicle by means of cable, chains, or other grappling devices to tow vehicle to repair shop, Prime Inc. terminal, or other location as designated.
• Makes minor repairs to tractors along highway such as replacing batteries and light bulbs, and connecting loose wires.
• Removes, bends, or cuts parts of damaged vehicles preparatory to towing.
• Abides motor vehicle regulations and insurance laws.

Shift needed

Full time position

Wednesday through Saturday

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED

Any combination of education, training, and experience providing the following knowledge, skills, and abilities

Knowledge

Truck driving experience is a requirement. Knowledge of safety rules and regulations is beneficial. Must be customer service and goal oriented, self-motivated, possess initiative and need minimal supervision.

Abilities

Must have a strong work history. Flexible schedule with the ability to work nights and weekends required. This position does require an occasional overnight trip.

Experience, Education, And Training

High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Towing experience is preferred, but will train.

Physical Requirements

This position requires frequent standing, walking, and driving. Frequent crouching, stooping, grasping, bending, two hand control and side reaching is required.

Working Environment

Both indoor and outdoor working environment with exposure to varying weather conditions.

Licensing/Certification

Must have a valid CDL A license with current medical card; and also a satisfactory CSA score. Further driver qualifications to be discussed upon offer.

Miscellaneous Requirements

A clear accident record the last three years and free of moving violations is a requirement. Candidate must also be able to pass a DOT physical prior to beginning employment with Prime, Inc.