Part Time Tow Truck Driver I - DOT (Manheim)

Cox Communications • Bordentown, NJ

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Cox Automotive is hiring a part-time Tow Truck Driver I - DOT to provide towing, vehicle-moving, loading, and related services at Manheim. The role operates tow trucks and front-end loaders on the auction lot and at other locations as needed, handles vehicles safely, and supports customers, employees, and lot operations. The position has evening schedules of either Saturday-Wednesday or Thursday-Monday, 5 p.m.-10 p.m., and starts at $20 per hour. The stated hourly base pay range is $20-$30, with possible additional commission or incentive compensation. This position has no remote work option and requires working at a specified Cox location.

The driver is responsible for safe operation and routine maintenance checks of assigned equipment, scanning towed vehicles to their delivery locations, providing assistance such as jump-starts and vehicle unlocking, and following safety procedures. The role may also help with lot operations and sale-day activities when not operating the tow truck.

Requirements

• High school diploma/GED plus 5 years of related work experience; or a degree or certification above high school/GED plus 3 years of related work experience; or 7 years of related work experience.
• Valid driver's license.
• 1-3 years of experience driving a service/tow truck or front-end loader.
• Complete a pre-hire physical for a DOT medical card.
• Complete a DOT Driver Qualification file.
• Adhere to the Vehicle Use Policy.
• A 5 Panel Drug test may be required depending on the role.
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods and walk long distances.
• Regularly stand, walk, reach, talk, and hear; frequently stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, squat, and climb.
• Ability to lift 1-30 pounds.
• Close, distance, and color vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship; OPT, CPT, STEM/OPT, and visa sponsorship are not available.

Nice To Haves

• Front-end loader or forklift experience.

Responsibilities

• Operate a tow truck to provide towing services for customer vehicles on the MAA parking lot and at other locations as needed; use dollies when necessary.
• Operate a front-end loader to load and unload vehicles and move vehicles around the lot for auction shops.
• Properly attach the tow truck and front-end loader to vehicles, preventing damage and hazards during towing.
• Release vehicles from the tow truck and leave them safely and securely immobile.
• Transport vehicles safely and courteously to directed areas.
• Scan each towed vehicle using the TC75 and record the location where it was delivered.
• Assist employees and customers with towing and jump-starting vehicle batteries, by phone or in person, as requested.
• Assist with unlocking customer vehicles, jump-starting vehicles, or locating vehicles using Lot Vision, as appropriate.
• Tow vehicles to the Mechanic shop when requested.
• Move customer and employee vehicles parked incorrectly or unsafely to the customer lot, as requested.
• Perform routine maintenance checks on the tow truck and front-end loader, including oil changes, lubrication, filter changes, and tire changes.
• Operate the truck and front-end loader in compliance with safety regulations.
• Assist lot operations and sale-day activities when not operating the tow truck.
• Follow safety and health procedures, model safe behaviors, and participate in activities supporting Safety Excellence.
• Run reports to move vehicles into the sale TRA area for auction.
• Perform other duties assigned by management.

Benefits

• Health care insurance, which may include medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Retirement planning, including a 401(k).
• Paid days off, which may include sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED