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!!!SIGN-ON BONUS!!! Heavy-Duty Wrecker Operator - Lakeland @ Steppstowing

Lakeland, FloridaOnsiteFull-time
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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.

Stepp’s Towing & Heavy Transport is seeking Heavy-Duty Tow Truck Operators to join our team! We’re looking for candidates with 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.

LIMITED TIME ONLY!

Must apply by October 31, 2026 SIGN-ON BONUS OF $2,500

Essential Functions

• Operate Heavy Tow Trucks, Rollbacks, and Service Trucks efficiently and safely

• Respond to Florida Traffic Incident Management Program calls and RISC

• Work safely at accident scenes, often in traffic and all-weather conditions

• Cooperate closely with law enforcement and other first responders

• Communicate effectively with dispatchers and customers

• Operate GPS mapping devices

• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs.

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.

Qualifications

• Class A CDL with at least 2 years of verifiable experience

• Current DOT Medical Card

• Proven heavy-duty towing experience preferred

• Mechanical knowledge a plus.

• Registered in the DOT Clearinghouse

• Clean driving record for the last 3 years

• Able to pass a background check and drug test

Commission Pay

• Graduated commission pay scale starting at 25%

• This pay structure should not be misconstrued as a salaried position.

Schedule

• 12-hour shifts - Monday to Friday

• On-Call every 3rd night and every 3rd weekend of the month

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%

• Pay Increases

• Heavy Duty Towing operators earn a 1% increase each year they’re employed with Stepp’s until they reach 30%.

• Career development opportunities

• Accident, cancer/critical illness, short-term and long-term disability, and hospital indemnity insurance available

• $1500 Driver Referral Bonus

Chasing the Dream, Not the Competition.

Background check required.

Drug-Free Workplace.

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

Military Veterans are Encouraged to Apply. Graduated Commission starting at 25%

Skills

Heavy Duty

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