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Light Duty Driver
Job Location:
Job Location:
Knoxville, TN - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not provided by the employer
Monthly Salary:
Posted:
13 May 2026 (30+ days ago)
Posted:
Application Deadline:
4 October 2026
Application Deadline:
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Vacancies:
Job Summary
Light Duty Tow Truck Driver
$1500 Sign on Bonus in State and $2500 Sign on Bonus Out of State.
What it means to be a Guardian Fleet Services Driver
Being a driver for Guardian Fleet Services means stepping into one of the most visible and influential roles in the company. Our drivers are more than operators behind the wheelthey are the face of the organization the first point of contact for customers in moments of stress and the standardbearers of our professionalism and values.
Position Summary
The LightDuty Tow Truck Driver is the frontline hero customers count on when everything goes wrong. From operating flatbeds and wheellift trucks to handling breakdowns accident recoveries and vehicle transports this driver brings skill confidence and calm to every call. This role demands sharp driving ability mechanical knowhow and the physical strength to tackle handson tasks in any weatherrain heat cold or chaos. As the face of the company on the roadside the driver delivers professionalism safety and exceptional customer service turning stressful situations into smooth reliable solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Operate lightduty tow trucks (flatbed/rollback and wheellift) to tow or transport passenger vehicles.
- Load secure and transport vehicles in accordance with company and DOT safety standards.
- Conduct pretrip and posttrip inspections and report mechanical issues promptly.
- Communicate with dispatch regarding job status delays hazards and customer needs.
- Provide professional customer service including explaining procedures and ensuring customer safety.
- Complete required paperwork digital logs and service documentation accurately.
- Maintain a clean organized truck and equipment.
- Respond to calls during nights weekends and holidays as required.
Qualifications
- Must be 21 years of age
- Valid drivers license (Class E or equivalent); CDL not required.
- Clean driving record
- Preferred experience examples: commercial motor vehicles over 10K GVW package delivery style Oil or Fuel delivery
- Local Residency
- Mechanical aptitude Haz Mat or air brake endorsements and CMV experience listed as preferred.
- Ability to operate tow equipment safely and efficiently.
- Strong communication and customerservice skills.
- Ability to pass drug screening and background checks.
Physical Requirements
- Lift pull and carry 5075 lbs. regularly (dollies tiedowns toolboxes vehicle parts).
- Operate winches levers and manual controls requiring upperbody strength.
- Push or maneuver disabled vehicles in tight spaces when necessary.
- Perform repeated bending kneeling climbing and crouching during loading and service tasks.
Benefits Offered
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Medical Dental & Vision Plans
- $15K Employer paid Life and AD&D
- 401(k) Plan
- Short Term Disability &Long-Term Disability
- Hospital Indemnity
- Cancer plan
- Accident Insurance
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Bonus
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex (including pregnancy sexual orientation and gender identity) national origin age disability genetic information veteran status or any other protected status under applicable federal state or local laws.
Required Experience:
IC
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