Tow Truck & Loader Operator — Safe, Client‑Focused

Cox Automotive; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Parental leave

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Job summary

Cox Automotive is seeking a Tow Truck Operator in Dallas. You will operate a tow truck and a front-end loader to move vehicles on the DALA lot and at auction locations, ensuring vehicle safety and proper placement.

You may assist with jump-starts, unlocks, and moving vehicles as required by auction operations. The role requires a high school diploma or GED with 3 years of related heavy equipment experience, or an equivalent certification/degree, plus a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED and 3 years' experience in a related field (operating heavy equipment).
• Or a combination including any level degree/certification beyond HS diploma/GED in a related discipline.
• Or 5 years' experience in a related field.
• Ability to pass OSHA forklift/heavy equipment certification program with recertification every 3 years.
• Safe drivers required; valid driver's license is mandatory.
• Effective communication and organization skills are required.
• Commitment to providing excellent customer service is essential.
• Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, talk and hear.
• Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, squat, and climb.
• Ability to spend prolonged periods of time sitting in the cab of forklift/ loader.
• Vision abilities include close, distance, and color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to remain focused and vigilant regarding surroundings and hazards on lot.

Responsibilities

• Operate a tow truck to provide tow service on the DALA parking lot and nearby locations.
• Operate a front-end loader to load/unload vehicles and move them around the lot for auctions.
• Securely attach tow equipment to vehicles to prevent damage during towing.
• Haul vehicles safely to directed areas and assist with jump-starts and unlocking vehicles as needed.
• Scan towed vehicles using TC75 to track delivery locations.
• Perform routine maintenance checks on tow truck and loader.
• Assist in lot operations and sale-day activities as needed.
• Demonstrate safety practices and participate in safety programs.

Skills

Effective communication

Organization skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

OSHA forklift/heavy equipment certification

College certification or degree in related discipline

Job description

Cox Automotive is seeking a Tow Truck Operator in Dallas. You will operate a tow truck and a front-end loader to move vehicles on the DALA lot and at auction locations, ensuring vehicle safety and proper placement.

You may assist with jump-starts, unlocks, and moving vehicles as required by auction operations. The role requires a high school diploma or GED with 3 years of related heavy equipment experience, or an equivalent certification/degree, plus a valid driver's license.