Heavy Duty Tow Truck Operator
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Position Overview & Specifications
Class A CDL - Heavy Duty Tow Truck Driver:
Summary: This company is looking for various levels of Tow Truck Operators (from Light duty Automobiles to Heavy Duty Tractor Trailer Combinations, pay is dependent on class of Towing)
The Employee mustprovide a high level of customer service by performing emergency road service, towing, accident recovery, police impound towing and/or abandoned vehicle recovery using assigned truck and towing equipment in a professional, safe workmanlike manner as trained. Perform timely and correct logging with dispatch, of paperwork, daily reports and/or other necessary documentation.
Locations:
· San Francisco, Hayward, Redwood, San Jose
Duties:
· Respond to calls dispatched to you in a safe, timely manner. Provide roadside assistance in a safe, professional manner, free of accidents, injuries, or damage.
· Communications with dispatch shall be professional and informative as relates to information necessary to document your status as well as accurate ETA’s when requested.
· Safe driving behavior is a must. Obey all traffic laws, drive defensively, always wear your seat belt, maintain a 4 second following rule, minimize backing and left turns.
· Safely disengage brakes for driveline or axle removal.
· Arrives at work on time daily, ready for duty when shift starts; well groomed, wearing clean uniform. Always looks clean and professional.
· Invoices and paperwork are prepared legibly, correctly and on time for processing. Submits drivers daily at the end of each shift.
Responsibilities / Qualifications:
· Must be 25 years of age or older.
· Must have a valid Class A Commercial Driver’s License and Medical Card.
· Must pass a Pre-employment drug screening.
· Must pass a background check.
· At least 6-months of experience utilizing a Class A CDL in a professional environment.
· Ability to drive a manual shift vehicle.
· Ability to work outdoors in all-weather elements.
· Willing to learn and take direction.
· Safety conscious and Professional.
Benefits:
- Health Insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- 401(k) and matching
Pay:
· $70,000 - $170,000 depending on Towing Experience and equipment operations (from Light Duty Consumer Towing to Heavy Duty Trucking Towing)
Schedule:
· 40-hour week
· Overtime Available
· Weekend rotation
· Multiple shifts available (Day and Night shift)
Licenses and Certifications:
· Class A CDL (Required)
· Wrecker Permit (Preferred)
· Clean driving record
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $75,000.00 - $170,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
- On call
- Overtime
Supplemental pay types:
- Commission pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Redwood, CA: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Experience:
- Heavy Duty Towing: 4 years (Required)
- Mechanical knowledge: 4 years (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Heavy Duty Tow Truck Operator roles across ACES Recruiting Service's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £75,000 - £170,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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