Tow Truck Operator

Lazer Tow Service•Grandview, MO

About The Position

Lazer Tow is a company dedicated to excellence in everything we do. Whether it is towing passenger vehicles, motorcycles, trucks, tractor-trailers, motorhomes, or heavy construction equipment, we make the extra effort to meet or exceed your expectations. We have over 40 state-of-the-art wreckers, flatbeds, and tractor/trailers to ensure we can handle all your towing and equipment hauling needs. Our drivers are trained, experienced, uniformed and USDOT certified. We provide service to the entire Kansas City Metropolitan Area as well as long distance towing and nationwide equipment hauling. We are seeking both entry level and experienced Tow Truck Operators eager to join a fast paced and growing team! We have immediate openings for full-time tow truck operators. We are looking to hire motivated, hardworking individuals who are willing to work nights and weekends. Are you ready to be part of the best tow company in the KC area? Our equipment is the best on the road, and we're looking for the right drivers. Are you ready to make the career you have been looking for?

Requirements

Must have at least one year experience operating a tow truck
Must have a clean driving record
Must have at minimum, a Class E license
Good time-management skills
Attention to detail in high-pressure situations
Effective communication skills
Good physical dexterity and stamina
Strong customer service skills
The ability to follow instructions and procedures
Comfort working both independently and collaboratively
Demonstrates positive customer service attitude - both to coworkers and customers.
Able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation
Ability to move safely over uneven terrain or in tight spaces
Ability to work in extreme weather
Sit behind driving wheel for extended periods of time
Successfully pass drug & background tests in compliance with company policy and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.

Responsibilities

Driving the tow truck to a pickup site
Communicating with the client for details of the vehicle
Drives a Company vehicle in a safe, courteous and responsible manner avoiding traffic violations and accident
Quickly determining a course of action for moving a damaged vehicle
Securing a damaged vehicle to the tow truck
Transporting the vehicle to a service station or junkyard
Secures vehicles down and verifies the condition of the truck and the load, gets paperwork associated with the vehicle
Works carefully in such a manner as to prevent injury to yourself or damage to vehicles
Complies with established Company policies and procedures
Provide exceptional customer service to our members in need of emergency mechanical help including
Makes proper notations regarding vehicles
Transport cars between dealerships, body shops, branches and auctions as requested