Light Duty Driver - NIGHT SHIFT

Guardian Fleet Services•Lexington, KY

About The Position

Light Duty Tow Driver $1,500 Sign on Bonus in State and $2,500 Sign on Bonus Out of State. NIGHT SHIFT - This is a full-time primary position which may include long hours. Must be flexible. Guardian Fleet Services is looking for a new team member to join our growing family. The Light Duty Tow Truck Driver will be driving a commercial towing and recovery vehicle with a GVWR rating of less than 25,999 lbs. and must possess a valid driver’s license relative to the vehicle being operated and towed combination.

Requirements

Safety is our number one priority.
Strong customer service skills, professional demeanor
Must be able to speak, write and communicate in English
Ability to communicate calmly and effectively
Basic technology skills. Ability to use GPS, company-issued software, mobile device
Time management skills
Basic mechanical skills and ability to use tools
Attention to detail and accuracy when documenting work, hours, and information
High school diploma or GED (preferred).
At least two (2) years of relative commercial driving experience.
Basic mechanical skills and ability to use tools.
Ability to work Days, Nights, Weekend, and as needed.
Job requires lifting, crawling, pulling, constant use of hands, significant bending and reaching, climbing.
Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, working outdoors in the environment can be exposed to extreme cold and extreme heat or other weather conditions.
Lifting over 50lbs is a job requirement must not have any lifting restrictions.

Nice To Haves

Relevant trade school - Towing, recovery or transport accreditation.

Responsibilities

Reliable, strong customer service and professional demeanor
Ability to drive and perform duties via interstate for towing, recovery, and/or transport
Must be able to work Days/Nights, Weekends and On call shifts.
Ability to communicate and work closely with Dispatch
Ability to perform vehicle inspection sheet daily, identifying any mechanical issues
Ability to follow all safety requirements and DOT rules and regulations
Report all mechanical issues with regard to trucks and trailers at the time of discovery.
Ability to work with software and computer programs i.e. Samsara, GPS, and Tow book a plus
Other duties as assigned.