Heavy Wrecker Operator

Heavy Wrecker Operator

Buena Vista CO Full time On-site

Run heavy towing and recovery for an established owner-operated towing company that has served the Upper Arkansas Valley for 25 years. Youll handle heavy calls across a five-county area including mountain passes over 10000 feet. Housing is available for operators commuting in from out of the area.

What this opportunity offers

• Hourly pay for your scheduled time not pay that depends on how many tows come in.
• Housing available for example for an operator commuting from Colorado Springs four nights a week.
• Cash bonuses on truck crash recoveries.
• Time off and the Buena Vista mountain lifestyle.

What youll do

• Operate the companys heavy wrecker on towing and recovery calls.
• Recover stuck and disabled trucks on mountain passes including in winter conditions.
• Chain up and work safely in snow and ice.
• Tow disabled trucks 100 to 150 miles to repair facilities.
• Respond to night callouts when they come in.

What youll bring

• At least two years of heavy wrecker experience.
• Winter and mountain driving and recovery experience including chaining up.
• A CDL appropriate for heavy wrecker operation.

Compensation and benefits

• Compensation details to be confirmed.
• Cash bonuses on truck crash recoveries.
• Housing available.

Schedule

Full time. Night calls are not around the clock; a typical callout might run from 8 PM to 2 AM followed by time off.

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Required Skills:

Experience & Education: 3 years of auto body collision repair experience ICAR and OEM training preferred High school diploma or GED required; Vo-Tech certification strongly preferred Technical Skills: Experience replacing and repairing bolt-on and weld-on panels Proficiency in structural repairs airbag replacement and basic mechanical work Ability to read and understand instructions estimates and work orders Must provide own tools in good working order Work Ethic & Communication: Strong communication skills and ability to work with estimators and production managers Organized and able to manage multiple assignments Comfortable working independently and as part of a team Physical Requirements: Ability to stoop bend squat kneel and lift to 80 lbs Capable of performing repetitive motions and extended periods of standing or bending Manual dexterity and coordination to operate tools and equipment