Wrecker & Towing Equipment Operator

Louisville Metro Government; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick Leave

Vacation

Holiday Pay

Bereavement Leave

Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

Louisville Metro Government is seeking a Wrecker Operator to operate wreckers and related equipment. The role involves towing vehicles from accident scenes, illegally parked items, and crime scenes to the Vehicle Impoundment Lot, with supervision and independent work planning.

The position requires prior towing experience or equivalent education, accessibility checks, and the ability to handle logs, fees, and vehicle releases. Safety and compliance are emphasized throughout daily duties.

Qualifications

• High School Graduation or GED or equivalent.
• Six (6) months of towing service experience.
• An equivalent combination of education, training and experience may be substituted.

Responsibilities

• Tows illegally parked cars, accident and crime scene vehicles, and impounded vehicles to the Vehicle Impoundment Lot.
• Tows damaged or broken-down police vehicles and city equipment.
• Performs basic vehicle maintenance like changing tires, jump starts, or battery changes.
• Unlocks locked vehicles and assists callers in locating their vehicles.
• Maintains tow logs and collects impounded vehicle fees.
• Releases impounded vehicles to owners and logs license numbers.
• Prepares vehicles for auction and transports to auction site.

Education

High School Graduation or GED

Six (6) months of work experience involving a towing service

Job description

Louisville Metro Government is seeking a Wrecker Operator to operate wreckers and related equipment. The role involves towing vehicles from accident scenes, illegally parked items, and crime scenes to the Vehicle Impoundment Lot, with supervision and independent work planning.

The position requires prior towing experience or equivalent education, accessibility checks, and the ability to handle logs, fees, and vehicle releases. Safety and compliance are emphasized throughout daily duties.