Light Duty Driver
Guardian Fleet Services · Lexington, KY · 1 mo ago
ManagementFull-time
Key Responsibilities
- Operate light-duty tow trucks (flatbed/rollback and wheel-lift) to tow or transport passenger vehicles.
- Load, secure, and transport vehicles in accordance with company and DOT safety standards.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip 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 driver’s 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
- Able to operate tow equipment safely and efficiently
- Able to pass drug screening and background checks
Physical Requirements
- Lift, pull, and carry 50–75 lbs. regularly (dollies, tie-downs, toolboxes, vehicle parts).
- Operate winches, levers, and manual controls requiring upper-body strength.
- Push or maneuver disabled vehicles in tight spaces when necessary.
- Perform repeated bending, kneeling, climbing, and crouching during loading and service tasks.