Tow Truck Driver - Lakeland Job at Stepp's Towing in Lakeland

Overview

Stepp’s Towing & Heavy Transport is looking to add experienced Light Duty Tow Truck Operators to our team! We value a positive attitude, strong customer service skills, and effective problem-solving abilities. No Slip Seating – Keep Your Assigned Truck! All drivers must have their own set of tools once assigned to a truck.

Essential Functions

• Respond to accidents, breakdowns, and roadside incidents
• Maintain communication with motorists while en route
• Perform basic repairs or tow vehicles to garages
• Safely load vehicles onto the truck
• Remove illegally parked vehicles

Physical Requirements

• Lifting, crawling, pulling, constant use of hands, bending, reaching, climbing
• Significant physical strength and stamina

Key Behaviors

• Passionate, motivated, and open to growth and challenges.
• Proactively build customer relationships and provide thoughtful solutions.
• Maintain a professional appearance and represent Stepp’s with pride.
• Strive for continuous improvement by embracing new tools and processes.
• Demonstrate respect toward co-workers and foster a positive team environment.
• Promote opportunities within the company and through referrals.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 2 years of verifiable commercial driving experience required
• Prior towing experience or related field required
• Current DOT Medical Card required
• Registered in the DOT Clearinghouse
• Clean driving record required for at least the past 3 years
• MUST be able to pass a background check and drug test

Commission Pay

• 30% Commission - Our drivers average $1,000 - $1,300 weekly OR $200/day guarantee (whichever is greater).
• This pay structure should not be misconstrued as a salary-paid position.

Schedule

• Five-day work week (Weekends are mandatory)

Benefits

• 6 Paid Holidays (New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Christmas)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage; Free Term Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off (accruals start on day 1; available after 90 days)
• 401(k) match up to 4%
• Regular pay increases and career development opportunities
• Accident, cancer/critical illness, short-term and long-term disability, and hospital indemnity insurance available

About Us

Stepp’s Towing & Heavy Transport, a family-owned business since 1960, proudly serves the greater Tampa Bay and Orlando areas. We specialize in light-, medium-, and heavy-duty towing, heavy transport, and auto salvage. Our team is committed to excellence, safety, and supporting our community.

Chasing the Dream, Not the Competition.

Drug-Free Workplace

Background check required.

Stepp’s Towing and Heavy Transport is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Military Veterans are Encouraged to Apply.