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Tow DriverLKQ • Austin, TX, US
Tow Driver

Tow Driver

LKQ • Austin, TX, US
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Join the LKQ Family!

Operate a company vehicle in a safe manner to pick up vehicles from auto auctions or private parties. Load vehicles, verifies loaded vehicles, collects paperwork, pays for the cars with company check, obtains signatures from pick-up locations confirming accuracy, and deliver vehicles to plant and any items pertaining to the load.

Essential Job Duties

  • Drive a company vehicle in a safe, courteous and responsible manner avoiding traffic violations and accidents.
  • Follow DOT procedures.
  • Pick up vehicles at auction or private party and load onto company truck.
  • Secure vehicles and verify the condition of the truck and the load, gather paperwork associated with the vehicle.
  • Leave plant with orders on vehicle pick up location, drive to the pick up destination and verify vehicles.
  • Obtain signature at the pickup location, confirm the accuracy of vehicles shown on the order and received, and sign off verifying the integrity of the load at the location.
  • Make proper notations on the regarding vehicles.
  • Work carefully in such a manner as to prevent injury to yourself or damage to vehicles.
  • Comply with established company policies and procedures.
  • Successful completion of annual training as assigned.
  • Operate in compliance with applicable rules and regulations set forth by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
  • Assume other duties as assigned.
  • Walk the yard and place debris in the cars being removed from the yard

Supervisory Responsibilities

  • Not responsible for supervising employees.
  • Minimum Requirements

    Education & Experience

  • High School Diploma / GED
  • 1+ years of related experience required
  • At least six months related warehouse operations experience.
  • At least one-year commercial driving experience or certificate from accredited commercial driving school.
  • Possess a valid driver's license and safe driving record.
  • Must qualify for corporate insurance programs, including vehicle insurance.
  • Must meet Department of Transportation (DOT) testing and physical requirements and be knowledgeable of DOT regulations.
  • Must be at least 21 years of age.
  • Must comply with state and local mandated requirements as well as Department of Transportation ("DOT") and Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration ("FMCSA") regulations.
  • Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

  • Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rates, ratios, and percentages and to draw and interpret graphs.
  • Frequent use of Outlook, Word, Excel, graphics, etc. Ability to create, maintain and incorporate functions into Word documents, Excel spreadsheets, databases, and Powerpoint presentations to support business objectives.
  • Regularly uses moderately complex oral and written skills. May train others in functional areas, interact with others and make presentations to department or middle management.
  • Problems encountered are routine, somewhat repetitive and generally solved by following clear directions and procedures.
  • Decisions generally affect own job or assigned functional area.
  • Results are defined; sets personal own goals and determines how to achieve results with few or no guidelines to follow; supervisor / manager provides broad guidance and overall direction.
  • Handle multiple tasks or projects simultaneously with moderate complexity.
  • No additional competencies required.
  • Essential Physical Demands / Work Environment

  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to drive a vehicle most of the time.
  • Must be able to sit and drive for extended periods of time (up to 12 hours at a time); use hands to operate machinery.
  • May need to stand, walk, push, pull, squat, bend, reach, climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, or crouch for extended periods of time.
  • Frequent exposure to contaminants such as fuel or exhaust. May occasionally wear personal protective equipment (PPE) as needed.
  • May need to work in cramped spaces that could require getting into awkward positions.
  • May be exposed to extreme temperatures, extreme lighting, and high noise levels.
  • Daily travel will be required by drivers making deliveries and extensive overnight travel may be required
  • Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds.
  • Benefits :

  • Health / Dental / Vision Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Fertility Coverage
  • 401k with Generous Company Match
  • Company Paid Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability
  • Short-Term Disability
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Employee Discounts
  • Join us for an exciting career journey with positive, driven individuals.

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