Logistics Driver - Flatbed Tow Operator; PM Shift

Position: Logistics Driver - Flatbed Tow Operator (PM Shift)
Job description

Company is helping an on-demand, autonomous ride-hailing company find a Logistics Driver - Flatbed Tow Operator (Class

C) to be responsible for safe and accurate deliveries within the company network.

We're looking for someone that holds a valid Class C driver's license. The ideal candidate for this role thrives in a customer service atmosphere and must have a clean driving record. As a Logistics Flatbed Tow Operator, you will be responsible for properly recovering company vehicles on public roads when the need arises. You will be responsible for assisting in the transition towards being a more production-ready company.

As a Logistics Driver, you'll:

• Operate and safely conduct recovery tasks on public roads.
• Pull a combined gross vehicle weight of 10,001 pounds and up to 26,000 pounds; the current flatbed equipment gross vehicle weight rating is at 20,000 pounds.
• Ensure goods are transported and secured in a safe and efficient manner.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections of company materials, vehicles, and trailers.
• Comply with all applicable DOT regulations.
• Timely and effective communication with dispatch and ground support is a must.
• Operate flatbed towing equipment, to include winching procedures.
• Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs, including hours of service.
• Maintain and service vehicles as needed (refuel, change oil, check tire pressure, make repairs, etc.).
• Collaborate with the logistics and cross-functional teams and stakeholders to provide a great customer experience.

Responsibilities

Operate and safely conduct recovery tasks on public roads. Pull a combined gross vehicle weight of 10,001 pounds and up to 26,000 pounds; the current flatbed equipment Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is at 20,000 pounds. Ensure goods are transported and secured in a safe and efficient manner Perform pre and post-trip inspections of company materials, vehicles, and trailers Comply with all applicable DOT regulations Timely and effective communication with dispatch and ground support is a must Operate flatbed towing equipment to include winching, skating, snatchblocking, and shimmy off load, complex towing procedures Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs, including hours of service Maintain and service vehicles as needed (refuel, change oil, tire pressure, repairs, etc.)

Collaborate with the Logistics and cross-functional teams and stakeholders to provide a great customer experience

Daily tasks

As a Logistics Flatbed Tow Operator, you will be responsible for properly recovering our vehicles on public roads when the need arises. This individual thrives in a customer service atmosphere and must have a clean driving record. You will be responsible for assisting in our transition towards being a more production-ready company.

Required skills

Responsibilities Operate and safely conduct recovery tasks on public roads. Pull a combined gross vehicle weight of 10,001 pounds and up to 26,000 pounds; the current flatbed equipment Gross Vehicle Weight Rating is at 20,000 pounds. Ensure goods are transported and secured in a safe and efficient manner Perform pre and post-trip inspections of company materials, vehicles, and trailers Comply with all applicable DOT regulations Timely and effective communication with dispatch and ground support is a must Operate flatbed towing equipment to include winching, skating, snatchblocking, and shimmy off load, complex towing procedures Maintain detailed driving and delivery logs, including hours of service Maintain and service vehicles as needed (refuel, change oil, tire pressure, repairs, etc.)

Collaborate with the Logistics and cross-functional teams and stakeholders to provide a great customer experience

Business driver of role

Qualifications Valid basic Class C driver's license is required Valid TDLR Tow Operator License (Consent Tow) is required Incident Management Certification is a bonus High school diploma or GED equivalent preferred Physical ability to exit/enter vehicle multiple times a day and lift up to 35 pounds Meet DOT physical and medical requirements as necessary Must pass a background check and drug testing requirements Clean driving record with no moving violations Ability to operate large and heavy vehicles with high degree of attention, skill, and dexterity 2+ years proven towing experience with flatbed driving preferred Must be flexible on work hours Strong communication skills Strong organization skills Hands on approach to get the job done Work effectively in a team setting Ability to deal with ambiguity and adjust to provide a great customer experience