Wrecker Tow Truck Driver - Manville, NJ

Pay Range: $20-$22 hourly · About Us · ADESA, a Carvana owned company, currently operating over 50 locations throughout the US. Our Vehicle Service & Logistics Centers, some up to 200 acres, provide a wide array of vehicle services including repair & reconditioning, auction remar ...

Job description

Pay Range: $20-$22 hourly

About Us

ADESA, a Carvana owned company, currently operating over 50 locations throughout the US. Our Vehicle Service & Logistics Centers, some up to 200 acres, provide a wide array of vehicle services including repair & reconditioning, auction remarketing, and many of our sites serve as market hub distribution centers. Our inventory comprises hundreds of thousands of vehicles across North America from retail to commercial, OEM & more.

We work in a service industry and embrace a "we" versus "I" culture – help others, and they will help you. Our industry is fun, fast-paced, and competitive – and filled with the best people who are passionate about what they do.

We're excited about the future As an industry leader, ADESA is poised for a multi-year expansion including huge investments in facilities, massive sales growth, and an ever-increasing inventory of vehicles We are looking for great people who want to take this journey with us Get a sneak peek into life at ADESA

Role and Team

This position is responsible for loading and moving customer vehicles on the auction lot and through sale lanes with a Wrecker or Rollback tow truck. Reports to the Operations Manager or designated manager as part of the Operations team.  

Responsibilities

• Safely and efficiently load and move vehicles on lot
• Prioritize safe driving.  Consistent, and safe driving is crucial for this role.
• Maintain good flow of communication with all team members and practice good teamwork
• Inspect the wrecker or rollback to ensure the vehicle maintains good maintenance and safe driving conditions

Qualifications

• High School or GED required
• Must have a valid Driver's License with a clean driving record for the past 3 years
• Must have experience drivng a tow truck
• Must be able to drive vehicles with either standard or automatic transmissions
• Effective customer relations, communication and interpersonal skills
• Must be 18 years of age

ADESA Benefits and Perks

Competitive Pay | Quality Benefits | Holiday and Paid Time Off | Education and Equipment Reimbursement Programs | Matching 401(k) | Career Path Opportunities | And More

Other Requirements

To be able to do your job at ADESA, there are some basic requirements we want to share with you. Of course, we'll make any reasonable accommodations for those with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their jobs. 

The physical activity requirements of the position are from Medium to Heavy Physical Work.

• Ability to walk/stand and sustain physical activity for extended periods of time (8+ hours)
• Frequent – standing, walking, talking, reaching, feeling, grasping, pushing, pulling, 
• Occasional – climbing, balancing, crawling, kneeling, stooping, crouching, lifting
• Potential – running, jumping, yelling, or other rapid or forceful movement in emergency situations
• Frequent driving requires excellent visual activity and manual dexterity
• Visual acuity requirements include color, depth perception and field of vision comparable to definitions for Clerical, Administrative, Machine Operators (including inspection) positions. 

Physical Working Conditions:

This position is subject to both inside and outside environmental working conditions, including temperature changes, outside weather conditions, slightly elevated ambient noise levels, and minor atmospheric conditions affecting skin or respiratory systems, such as fumes, odors and dusts associated with internal and external service station/convenience food and petroleum dispensing operations.

Note:  Refer to the Handbook and Policy Manuals for important addendum requirements to all job descriptions.  This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position.  Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities.

Legal Stuff

Hiring is contingent on passing a complete background check.  This role is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

ADESA is an equal employment opportunity employer.  All applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.  ADESA also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories.

Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.