What are the responsibilities and job description for the Tow Truck Driver/Operator position at International Recovery Systems Inc.?
Location: Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Schedule: Full-time, overnight shift (8-hour shift between 9:00 PM and 9:00 AM)
Position Type: Tow Truck / Wrecker driver – repossession
We are a growing repossession company expanding into the Pittsburgh market, and we are seeking motivated Tow Truck Drivers to join our team. As a Tow Truck Driver, you will secure and transport vehicles that are due to be repossessed, using information provided by our Repossession Investigators and clients. This is a full-time overnight driving position for experienced wrecker operators who take safety, professionalism, and compliance seriously.
All applicants must have wrecker driving experience, a clean driving record, no disqualifying criminal convictions, and be willing to submit to pre-employment and random drug screenings.
What You Will Do:
- Safely operate company tow trucks throughout the Pittsburgh and surrounding coverage area.
- Conduct daily pre‑trip and post‑trip inspections on your tow truck to ensure it is in safe working order and equipped with the proper tools to repossess vehicles.
- Review the hotlist in RepoReport (or similar system) to identify vehicles in the field that have been located by Repossession Investigators.
- Review notes and pictures in the system provided by Repossession Investigators before attempting a repossession.
- Verify the last six (or full) digits of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) against the repossession order before securing the unit.
- Repossess vehicles only when you have a valid repossession order in hand containing the VIN, vehicle information, debtor information, and bank/client information.
- Follow required reporting procedures to notify local law enforcement of repossessions, in accordance with company policy and local regulations.
- Safely tow collateral back to the company yard once it has been properly reported.
- Communicate any issues, safety concerns, or unusual situations to management in a timely manner.
What You Bring to the Team:
- Minimum of 2 years’ experience operating a wrecker (tow truck).
- High school diploma or GED.
- Clean driving record that meets our insurance requirements.
- At least 23 years of age (due to insurance regulations).
- Valid Medical DOT card, or willingness to obtain one prior to start date.
- Ability to accurately read and verify VINs.
- Comfort working independently on overnight shifts while coordinating closely with office staff and Repossession Investigators.
Preferred Qualifications (a plus, not required):
- Flatbed/rollback experience.
- Prior repossession, towing, or automotive industry experience.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Referral program
- Vision insurance
Work Location: On the road
Salary : $90,000 - $120,000