Job Summary
We are a premier towing, recovery, and specialized transport company operating the newest, nicest, and most meticulously maintained fleet of trucks in the North Shore area. We don't chase low-paying motor club junk cars. Instead, we specialize in high-end, luxury, and exotic vehicle transport, with the vast majority of our volume coming directly from elite dealerships, private specialty repair facilities, premium manufacturers, and law enforcement/municipal rotations.
We expect top-tier, damage-free execution and professional customer service from our team. In return, we invest heavily in our guys. Your truck will be a late-model, premium rig stocked with every piece of high-end equipment, strapping, and specialized tool you need to do your job safely, efficiently, and comfortably. We offer excellent weekly hourly pay, guaranteed overtime, and a flexible scheduling environment where we treat our drivers like professionals.
Responsibilities & Duties
- Elite Transport Execution: Safely load, secure, transport, and unload high-end luxury, exotic, and standard vehicles. Total attention to detail is required to ensure 100% damage-free transport on every single call.
- Prompt Scene Response: Respond to dealership requests, manufacturer dispatches, and local police/municipal recovery scenes efficiently and professionally.
- Digital Call Management: Utilize Towbook on a company-provided mobile device to accurately document, log, photograph, and close out your service calls in real-time.
- Professional Client Interaction: Serve as the face of our brand. Handle all clients, dealership staff, and law enforcement officers with absolute courtesy, professionalism, and respect, even in high-stress situational environments.
- Equipment & Fleet Pride: Maintain the absolute cleanliness, organization, and fluid maintenance of your assigned truck. We run premium equipment, and we expect our operators to keep their rigs and the shop looking top-tier during down times.
- Operational Readiness: Be prepared for situational overtime. While we respect your schedule and offer excellent shift consistency, police rotations and dealership timelines mean some days will run late.
Requirements & Experience (Non-Negotiable)
- Proven Towing Experience: Minimum of 1–2 years of professional tow truck, rollback/flatbed, or recovery experience. You must be completely self-sufficient on day one; we do not have the time or overhead to train beginners.
- Valid Illinois Class C License (or Better): Must hold a valid IL Class C license or commercial equivalent (CDL) with a completely clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
- Spotless Background: A clean criminal record is strictly required to pass background checks for local police and municipal towing clearance.
- Transmission Proficiency: Absolute fluency in operating vehicles with manual transmissions (stick shift). You will be handling high-end and vintage vehicles that require this skill.
- Mechanical Aptitude: Strong baseline mechanical knowledge or prior experience in automotive repair/diagnostics is highly preferred (previous experience as a mechanic is a major plus).
- Drug-Free: Ability to pass a pre-employment drug screening and participate in random drug testing.
- Proximity: Must live within 30 minutes of Highland Park, IL, to accommodate emergency dispatches, response times, and take-home truck privileges.
Shifts, Scheduling & Flexibility
We run a structured 3-shift operation. We understand that top-tier operators value predictability, so our goal is to iron out a permanent, set schedule that fits your life once you join the team.
Our current operational blueprints include the variations below. Please note: Actual shift availability is subject to current staff preferences and seniority, but we have the volume to build a solid schedule for the right person.
- Shift Option 1 (Mornings): Monday – Friday | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM
- Shift Option 2 (Mid-Day / Evenings): Monday – Friday | 2:00 PM – 10:00 PM
- Shift Option 3 (Split / Weekend Coverage):
- Part A: Saturday & Sunday | 12:00 PM – 8:00 PM
- Part B: Monday – Wednesday | 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM
- Shift Option 4 (Weekend / Mid-Week Split):
- Part A: Saturday – Monday | 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
- Part B: Thursday & Friday | 10:00 PM – 6:00 AM
On-Call & Overtime Expectations:
- Owner Coverage: You will be required to step up and handle on-call/after-hours rotations when the owner is away or busy. (Generous additional commission is paid out for all on-call work).
- Situational OT: Due to police rotations and dealership logistics, days can occasionally run late. You must be dependable and prepared for situational overtime when a call demands it.
Compensation & Benefits
- Hourly Base: $21.00 – $26.00 / hour (Based on experience)
- Weekly Pay: Consistent, reliable checks every single week.
- Overtime: 1.5x paid for all hours worked over 40 (Plenty of OT available).
- On-Call Commissions: Generous additional commission structure paid out for all after-hours/emergency rotations and coverage when the owner is away.
- Unlimited Earning Potential: On-call work is available all the time if you are motivated and want to maximize your weekly take-home pay.
- Health Insurance: Medical benefit contribution provided to keep you and your family covered.
- Paid Time Off (PTO): Earned vacation/personal time so you can recharge.
- Premium Perks:
- Brand-new company equipment, trucks, and specialized tools.
- Full company uniforms provided.
- Take-home truck privileges available.
- Work Environment: We maintain a clean, organized, and stress-free work environment. We respect our drivers as professionals and truly go above and beyond for the right candidate.
CRITICAL REQUIREMENT: This is a high-performance position for an experienced professional. You must have a minimum of 1–2 years of professional tow truck/flatbed experience, a valid Illinois Class C license (or better), a clean MVR, and a clean criminal background to clear police dispatch. We do not have the time to train beginners. If you do not meet these hard requirements, please do not apply.
Pay: $21.00 - $26.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
Application Question(s):
- Do you live within 30 minutes of Highland Park, IL?
- What is your experience with digital dispatch software, specifically Towbook?
- Do you have ability to take a truck home?
- What value do you bring to our small business?
Experience:
- Professional Tow truck: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- C Class or Better License with CLEAN MVR (Required)
Work Location: In person
