CDL Heavy Tow Truck Operator / Heavy Equipment Haul Operator
We are seeking a skilled CDL Heavy Tow Truck Operator / Heavy Equipment Haul Operator to join our team. This role involves operating heavy-duty tow trucks and heavy haul equipment to assist with vehicle recovery, transportation, roadside assistance, and the safe transport of heavy equipment and machinery. The ideal candidate will possess strong mechanical knowledge, excellent driving skills, and a commitment to safety and customer service. As a CDL Heavy Tow Truck Operator / Heavy Equipment Haul Operator, you will play a vital role in ensuring efficient vehicle recovery and heavy hauling operations while maintaining professionalism and adherence to industry standards.
Responsibilities
- Operate heavy tow trucks safely and efficiently to recover and transport vehicles.
- Transport heavy equipment, construction equipment, agricultural equipment, oversized loads, and machinery using lowboy, detach, Landoll, or other heavy haul trailers.
- Perform automotive diagnostics and basic automotive repairs as needed during roadside assistance.
- Load, unload, and secure vehicles and heavy equipment using appropriate equipment, chains, binders, straps, and securement methods in accordance with DOT cargo securement regulations.
- Inspect loads to ensure proper weight distribution and safe transport.
- Plan routes while considering bridge clearances, weight restrictions, permits, and oversized load requirements when applicable.
- Manage conflict resolution effectively when dealing with distressed customers or challenging situations.
- Conduct routine maintenance checks on tow trucks, tractors, trailers, and related equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Complete pre-trip, post-trip, and required DOT inspections.
- Provide excellent customer service by communicating clearly and professionally with clients.
- Follow all safety protocols, FMCSA regulations, and traffic laws during operations to prevent accidents or injuries.
- Assist in the training of new team members on tow truck operation, heavy hauling, and safety procedures.
Requirements
- Valid CDL Class A license with a clean driving record.
- Proven experience operating heavy-duty tow trucks, rotators, wreckers, or similar recovery vehicles.
- Experience transporting heavy equipment using lowboy, Landoll, detach, RGN, or similar heavy haul trailers is preferred.
- Mechanical knowledge with experience in automotive diagnostics and repair.
- Ability to operate manual transmissions confidently.
- Experience with automotive repair, conflict management, and customer service is preferred.
- Skilled in load and unload procedures.
- Thorough understanding of proper cargo securement techniques and DOT cargo securement regulations.
- Strong understanding of commercial driving regulations and safety standards.
- Mechanic experience is a plus for troubleshooting vehicle issues on-site.
- Ability to obtain and comply with oversize/overweight permit requirements when necessary.
- Availability for on-call, nights, weekends, and emergency response is required.
- Physical ability to lift heavy loads and perform manual tasks safely.
This position offers an opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where technical skills, safety awareness, and customer service are highly valued. Successful candidates will perform both heavy-duty towing and heavy equipment hauling while representing our company with professionalism and integrity. We seek dedicated professionals committed to providing reliable roadside assistance, vehicle recovery services, and safe transportation of heavy equipment and specialized loads.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Work Location: In person
