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Marvin's Tow Service, Inc

Heavy Duty Wrecker/Recovery Operator

Pay: $35/hr

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: Spring Hill, KS (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 10/1/2026

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What they do

An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.

$55,427 / year median in Kansas

+11% projected growth

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Job Description

Heavy Duty Wrecker/Recovery Operator Marvin's Tow Service, Inc Spring Hill, KS Job Details Full-time From $35 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Commercial truck driving CDL A Boom truck Cleaning Air Brake Endorsement Tanker Endorsement Full Job Description Overview A Heavy Duty Wrecker and Recovery Operator specializes in the safe removal, rigging, and towing of commercial vehicles, heavy equipment, and multi-vehicle highway incidents. They operate specialized high-tonnage boom and rotator trucks to perform complex recoveries, upright overturned semi-trucks, and clear major traffic hazards under intense time and safety pressures.

Core Responsibilities Incident Scene Management:

Secure crash sites, assess structural stability of overturned or jackknifed commercial vehicles, and coordinate with law enforcement and fire rescue teams.

Complex Rigging & Recovery:

Calculate load limits, center of gravity, and cable tensions to safely hoist, winch, and upright buses, tractor-trailers, and heavy machinery without causing further damage.

Heavy Towing Operations:

Secure and transport heavy-duty loads using specialized attachments (under-lifts, axle forks, air bags) while strictly adhering to state axle-weight limits and bridge laws.

Equipment & Scene Cleanup:

Manage fluid spills (fuel, hydraulic fluid), clear debris from roadways, and document scene conditions and cargo recovery details for insurance reporting.

Vehicle Maintenance & Safety Inspection:

Conduct thorough daily Pre-Trip and Post-Trip inspections on hydraulic booms, winches, cables, and brake systems to ensure total operational readiness.

Key Qualifications & Requirements Licensing:

Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL Class A) with endorsements (e.g., Tanker, Air Brakes) and a clean driving record.

Physical & Technical Demands:

Ability to lift 75+ lbs, work in extreme weather environments, and demonstrate advanced understanding of rigging physics and mechanical winching systems.

Schedule Flexibility:

On-call availability for emergency highway responses, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Join us in delivering top-tier roadside assistance! Bring your mechanical expertise, driving skills, and passion for helping others to this fast-paced role where every day presents new challenges—and opportunities—to excel!

Pay:

From $35.00 per hour

Work Location:

In person