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Tow Truck Driver
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A Tow Truck Driver’s main purpose is to transport vehicles from one place to another, usually because the vehicle is damaged and cannot be operated. In many cases, a vehicle must be retrieved from the site of an accident or breakdown. Tow Truck Drivers are often tasked with performing repairs or reconnecting damaged parts at the scene of an accident. After connecting a vehicle with the tow truck, a Tow Truck Driver is responsible for bringing it to a predetermined location, such as a service center. They will have direct communication with clients to understand why the vehicle must be towed and which repairs must be made first. Because of this, a Tow Truck Driver has influence over the client’s opinion of the company as a whole.
A Tow Truck Driver, or Tow Truck Operator, assists and retrieves vehicles that cannot transport themselves, often due to an accident or breakdown. Some of their top duties include assessing a vehicle’s damage, making essential repairs and towing the vehicle to a designated service station.
A Tow Truck Driver should be able to fulfill various duties and responsibilities. The following are some duties and responsibilities a Tow Truck Driver should be able to execute:
- Driving the tow truck to a pickup site
- Communicating with the client for details of the vehicle
- Performing a roadside vehicle diagnosis and conducting urgent repairs
- Quickly determining a course of action for moving a damaged vehicle
- Jump-starting vehicles, changing tires and reconnecting damaged parts
- Transporting the vehicle to a service station or junkyard
A competitive Tow Truck Driver will have certain skills and qualifications, including:
- A basic understanding of mechanical systems
- Good time-management skills
- Attention to detail in high-pressure situations
- Effective communication skills
- Good physical dexterity and stamina
- Strong customer service skills
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