Tow Truck Driver I

Cox EnterprisesDallas, TX
45d$18 - $27Onsite

About The Position

A tow truck driver is responsible for providing general mechanical and automotive services on Auction property, as well as on-site towing service to disabled customer vehicles in compliance with Auction safety rules and regulations.

Requirements

  • High School Diploma/GED and 3 years' experience in a related field (operating heavy equipment).
  • OR the right candidate could also have a different combination, such as any level degree/certification beyond a HS diploma/GED in a related discipline.
  • OR 5 years' experience in a related field
  • Ability to pass OSHA forklift/heavy equipment certification program with recertification Knowledge every 3 years
  • Safe drivers needed; valid driver's license required.
  • Effective communication and organization skills required
  • Commitment to providing excellent customer service essential
  • Regularly required to stand, walk, reach, talk and hear
  • Frequently required to stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, squat, and climb
  • Ability to spend prolonged periods of time sitting in cab of forklift/loader
  • Vision abilities include close, distance, and color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus
  • Ability to remain focused and vigilant regarding surroundings and hazards on lot
  • Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

  • Basic computer skills and the ability to utilize a portable terminal, brick, etc. preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Operates a tow truck to provide tow service to customer vehicles on the DALA parking lot and in different locations as needed.
  • Operates a front-end loader to provide a loading and unloading service for the customers. As well as move vehicles around the lot for auction shops.
  • Properly affixes tow truck and front-end loader to vehicle needing tow, assuring that the vehicle will not be damaged or cause any danger to others in the towing process.
  • In a safe and courteous manner, hauls vehicles to directed areas.
  • Scans every towed vehicle using the TC75 to the location where the vehicle has been delivered.
  • Assists employees and customers with towing and jump-starting vehicle battery, as requested via phone or in person.
  • As appropriate, assist in unlocking customer vehicles, jump-starting, or locating using Lot Vision.
  • Tows vehicles requiring towing service to the Mechanic shop as requested.
  • Removes customer and employee vehicles parked incorrectly or in unsafe manner to customer lot as requested.
  • Performs routine maintenance checks on tow truck and front-end loader to have (i.e., oil changes, lubes, filter changes, tire changes).
  • Operate truck and front-end loader in compliance with safety regulations.
  • May assist lot operations when not operating tow truck and in sale day activities.
  • Visibly demonstrate safety commitment by following all safety and health procedures and modeling the behaviors related to such. Actively participate in support of all safety activities aligned with Safety Excellence.
  • Run reports to move vehicles into the sale TRA area for auction.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by management.

Benefits

  • Employees are eligible to receive a minimum of sixteen hours of paid time off every month and seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
  • Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
  • Benefits of working at Cox may include health care insurance (medical, dental, vision), retirement planning (401(k)), and paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO).

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Industry

Telecommunications

Education Level

High school or GED

Number of Employees

5,001-10,000 employees

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