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Detmer Built Automotive LLC

Tow truck operator

Entry-Level JobVerifiedNo experience needed

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What they do

A Tow Truck Driver drives and operates tow trucks, often to remove disabled or illegally parked vehicles.

$38,903 / year median in Michigan

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Full or Part Time - Commission based Tow truck operators provide roadside assistance, recover disabled vehicles, and safely transport them to designated locations while ensuring customer service and vehicle safety. Key Responsibilities Tow truck operators are responsible for responding to calls from motorists whose vehicles have broken down, been involved in accidents, or are illegally parked.
Their duties include:
Vehicle Recovery and Towing:
Safely hook, lift, and transport vehicles to repair shops, impound lots, or other designated locations using specialized towing equipment such as wheel lifts, boom cranes, and winches jobdayta.com.
Roadside Assistance:
Perform minor repairs, jump-start vehicles, change tires, deliver fuel, and assist with lockouts
Customer Interaction:
Communicate effectively with clients to assess vehicle issues, explain procedures, and provide professional service during stressful situations.
Equipment Maintenance:
Inspect and maintain tow trucks, report mechanical issues, and ensure all towing equipment is in proper working order
Safety Compliance:
Follow traffic laws, use warning lights, stabilize vehicles with brakes and wheel chocks, and wear personal protective equipment to minimize hazards.