Full job description

We are a leader in the towing and recovery industry. We are Wichita's Original Towing & Recovery Service with more than 45 years in business!

We pride ourselves in providing efficient service and a quick response. Our customer’s satisfaction is our top priority. We are looking for an experienced Class A Heavy Duty Wrecker Operator/Heavy Tow Truck Driver. The CDL A driver will operate a Heavy-Duty Wrecker transporting vehicles or equipment to and from designated customer requested locations. Towing involves, but is not limited to, large trucks, tractor/trailer combinations, class 8 vehicles, box trucks and Recreational Vehicles.

Duties and Responsibilities for the Heavy-Duty Wrecker Operator/Heavy Tow Truck Driver include the following:

• Document and communicate repair requests to mechanics. Performs daily maintenance checks and reports malfunctions to management/mechanics.
• Utilize your Class A to drive a Heavy-Duty Wrecker vehicle to loading/unloading location.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
• Work throughout assigned shift.
• Acknowledge and carry out written/oral instructions by supervisor.
• Ability to work flexible hours (on call).
• Delivers vehicles/equipment in accordance with customers instructions in a timely manner.
• Ensures wrecker/delivery vehicles are clean and in good working condition.
• Ensures customer messages/communications are relayed to appropriate management.
• Returns appropriate paperwork and informs management of delivery.
• Always assist in maintaining a neat and clean workplace.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Work Environment:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The employee is occasionally exposed to work near moving mechanical parts; work in high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.

Requirements:

Heavy Duty Wrecker Operator / Heavy Tow Truck Driver:

• Must pass a pre-employment drug test
• Must have a clean criminal background
• Must have a clean driving record
• Must pass a driver road test and written test

Education/Experience:

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED)
• Five years related experience and/or training operating a medium or heavy-duty wrecker; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Experience in operating tow equipment required. Basic knowledge of industrial equipment, and basic mechanical skills.

Certificates and Licenses:

• Valid Driver's License
• Class A/CDL A License
• Current DOT Physical

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $90,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Evening shift
• Morning shift
• Night shift

Supplemental pay types:

• Commission pay
• Tips

Ability to Relocate:

• El Dorado, KS: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: On the road