What are the responsibilities and job description for the Safety Service Patrol Driver position at AutoBase Inc.?
Come join AutoBase LLC, the largest provider of Safety Service Patrol in the industry!
Our Opportunity:
We are seeking both Full Time and Part Time Staff to join our team in Knoxville, TN. The start date of all positions is May 11, 2026.
FULL TIME, TUESDAY - SATURDAY
· SECOND SHIFT: 14:00 – 22:30
PART TIME, FRIDAY - SATURDAY
· FIRST SHIFT: 06:00 - 14:30
PART TIME, SUNDAY - MONDAY
· SECOND SHIFT: 14:00 – 22:30
Hourly Rate: $20.00
As a Safety Service Patrol Operator, you would patrol a designated highway route in a company truck, assisting disabled motorists, maintaining the flow of traffic, and supporting local and/state Police, Fire or Emergency Service Units for scene safety.
Position Details:
- Provides Traffic Incident Management services.
- Monitors the safety of roadways and assists with disabled/abandoned vehicles, lane-closures, debris in the roadway, and general roadway incidents.
- Uses provided tools and equipment for roadside assistance to stranded motorists, including but not limited to changing tires, jump starting a battery, providing coolant, providing fuel, and other minor mechanical repairs.
- Works closely with and assists other first responders with incident management.
- Maintaining online system for reporting incidents.
- Working with Traffic Management Centers to ensure following directives.
REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
- 18 Years of age Minimum
- High School diploma or GED
- Be legally authorized to be employed in the United States
- A valid Tennessee Drivers License
- Be fluent in English
- Successfully pass a comprehensive background and criminal check, as well as a drug test.
- Must have a safe driving record, with no suspensions of license and no single violation for 5 years.
- Must have automotive mechanical knowledge or 2 years of experience in a similar field.
- Must be able to perform the physical demands of the job, lifting tire and floor jack.
- A general knowledge of traffic incident management is a plus.
- Military, Police or Firefighter background is a PLUS!
CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Physical Required.
- Drug Tests Required along with randoms.
- Security Clearance required.
- Knowledge of all tools necessary to perform all maintenance repairs.
ABILITIES, PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF JOB REQUIRED:
- Knowledge of vehicle operations and safety guidelines.
- Proficient in the use of all tools of the trade, shop equipment and power tools including but not limited to jacks, hydraulic lifts, air tools and diagnostic equipment.
- Ability to apply all relevant policies in a consistent, timely and objective manner.
- Capable of working with peers, the public and management from other departments in a proactive and constructive manner.
- While performing the duties of this job, it is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands, talk, and hear.
- The position is also frequently required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, or crawl. In addition to frequently lift and/or move up to 60lbs.
Full Time Employee Benefits:
- Comprehensive benefit package
- Short- & Long-Term disability coverage available
- Critical & Accident Coverage supplemental coverages available
- Company provided Life Insurance policy
- 401(k)
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Do you have previous experience in Traffic Management?
- This role requires one weekend day. Are you available to meet this requirement?
Education:
- High school or equivalent (Preferred)
Experience:
- Mechanic: 2 years (Preferred)
- Driving: 3 years (Preferred)
Language:
- English (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- Tennessee Driver's License (Required)
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $20