Vehicle Recovery Technician — CDL Training Provided

Maryland Department of Transportation; Maryland; On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

Leave benefits

CDL training provided

Job summary

Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) is seeking a Vehicle Service and Recovery Technician to support traffic operations along the State Highway System. The role involves operating tow trucks, performing vehicle recoveries, and assisting with incident scene management as part of the SOC/TOCs.

Fieldwork requires outdoor work, rotating shifts, and potential call-backs. New hires may undergo CDL training; probation and licenses are part of the role, with a focus on safety and customer service

Qualifications

• Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
• One year of experience performing emergency highway operations work, including relocating disabled vehicles or coordinating with emergency response departments at crash scenes.

Responsibilities

• Operate medium duty tow trucks to remove disabled and accident vehicles from tunnels, bridges, and roadways.
• Assist in cleaning up hazardous material spills and extinguish basic stage fires using fire extinguishers.
• Operate heavy duty tow trucks and under-reach to remove heavy vehicles from tunnels, bridges, and roadways.
• Perform daily cleaning duties, vehicle inspections, and maintenance; complete related documentation.

Skills

Emergency highway operations

Tow truck operation

Vehicle recovery

Customer service

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) is seeking a Vehicle Service and Recovery Technician to support traffic operations along the State Highway System. The role involves operating tow trucks, performing vehicle recoveries, and assisting with incident scene management as part of the SOC/TOCs.

Fieldwork requires outdoor work, rotating shifts, and potential call-backs. New hires may undergo CDL training; probation and licenses are part of the role, with a focus on safety and customer service