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Redi Towing

Tow Truck Driver

Sioux Falls, SD · On-site

$60K/yr

Local car and truck towing company looking to fill two Full Time Tow Truck Driver positions. Get paid while you train! Company paid uniforms! Benefits are Available! No experience is required.

McAllister Towing

Mate

Providence, RI

... car ships calling in the port of Davisville. The company operates from two locations with the ... Providence is also the homeport for McAllister Towing's offshore wind vessels Gaspee and Roger ...

Dcrk Ventures Llc

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Recovery Agents / Camera Car Drivers

Pinellas Park, FL · On-site

Repossension company in Pinellas Park looking for Full time Recovery Agents and camera car driver ... Company Description We are a Repo company that originally started as a Roadside towing company. We ...

Dcrk Ventures Llc

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Recovery Agents / Camera Car Drivers

Pinellas Park, FL · On-site

Repossension company in Pinellas Park looking for Full time Recovery Agents and camera car driver ... Company Description We are a Repo company that originally started as a Roadside towing company. We ...

McAllister Towing

Mate

Providence, RI · On-site

... car ships calling in the port of Davisville. The company operates from two locations with the ... Providence is also the homeport for McAllister Towing's offshore wind vessels Gaspee and Roger ...

RidenRoll

Rideshare Drivers

Austin, TX · On-site

$18.25 - $25/hr

Towing for a Car Donation * Long-distance Towing * Light Towing * Flatbed Towing * Heavy-duty Towing * Motorcycle Towing Roadside Assistance you can also offer: * Battery Jumpstart * Flat Tire Change

RidenRoll

Rideshare Drivers

Dallas, TX · On-site

$18.25 - $25/hr

Towing for a Car Donation * Long-distance Towing * Light Towing * Flatbed Towing * Heavy-duty Towing * Motorcycle Towing Roadside Assistance you can also offer: * Battery Jumpstart * Flat Tire Change

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How much do car towing jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for car towing in the United States is $22.95, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.79 and $24.28 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is car towing?

Car towing is the process of moving or transporting a disabled, improperly parked, impounded, or otherwise indisposed vehicle using a tow truck or similar vehicle. Towing services are often called when a car breaks down, is involved in an accident, or needs to be relocated for legal or safety reasons. Professional tow operators use specialized equipment to ensure vehicles are moved safely without causing further damage. Towing can also involve roadside assistance for minor repairs or jump-starts before transporting the vehicle if necessary.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Car Towing Operator, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Car Towing Operator, you need a valid commercial driver's license (CDL), knowledge of vehicle mechanics, and safe towing procedures. Familiarity with tow trucks, hydraulic lift systems, GPS navigation, and sometimes roadside assistance certifications is important. Strong problem-solving skills, customer service orientation, and the ability to remain calm under pressure set top operators apart. These skills and qualifications ensure vehicles are recovered safely and efficiently while providing reassurance and support to customers in stressful situations.

What are some common challenges faced by car towing professionals on the job?

Car towing professionals often encounter challenges such as working in adverse weather conditions, dealing with heavy traffic, and handling vehicles that are in difficult-to-reach locations. Communication skills are essential when interacting with distressed vehicle owners and coordinating with law enforcement or roadside assistance teams. Safety is a top priority, as operators must ensure both their own safety and the security of the vehicles being towed, often requiring quick decision-making and adaptability.

What is the difference between Car Towing vs Car Recovery?

AspectCar TowingCar Recovery
CredentialsDriver's license, towing certificationsDriver's license, recovery certifications
Work EnvironmentRoadside, parking lots, garagesAccident sites, off-road, difficult terrains
Industry UsageVehicle transport, roadside assistanceAccident recovery, vehicle extraction
Common Search IntentTransporting vehicles, roadside towingRecovering stranded or damaged vehicles

Car Towing involves transporting vehicles from one location to another, often for roadside assistance or parking issues. Car Recovery focuses on retrieving vehicles from accident scenes, off-road areas, or difficult terrains. While both roles require similar certifications and work environments, their primary functions differ: towing is about transportation, recovery is about extraction and salvage.

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Infographic showing various Car Towing job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 35% Full Time, 61% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $47,733 per year, or $22.9 per hour.

Tow Truck Operator

PRIORITY TOWING AND RECOVERY INC

Randallstown, MD • On-site

$800 - $2.0K/wk

Full-time

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

Job description

Tow operator Job Description

Summary: Perform emergency road service, towing, and abandoned vehicle recovery using assigned truck and towing equipment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following:

  • Provide towing and roadside assistance in a safe, professional, and timely manner, free of accident, injury, damage in all weather conditions
  • Complete and turn-in "Daily Driver Log" each shift
  • Complete pre-trip inspection sheets daily
  • Perform lock outs for customers who have locked their keys in their car.
  • Positions blocks and ties rope around items to secure cargo during transit.
  • Maintain truck fluid levels according to manufacturer standards;
  • Maintain consistently excellent attendance
  • Abide by all Federal, State, and Municipal laws, rules and ordinances and maintain a clean driving record
  • Maintain truck and equipment in a safe, clean state, operating it in a safe and professional manner
  • Attend driver and employee meetings as requested for job and safety information
  • Attend training and achieve professional certification as directed by management
  • Assist in training new employees when requested
  • Cleaning the inside and the outside of the truck.
  • Attending safety meetings and training classes.
General Expectations

  • Arrive at work on time daily, ready for duty when shift starts;
  • Be well groomed wearing a clean uniform, boots with traction
  • Complete and turn-in pre-trip truck inspections prior to beginning duty each shift;
  • Pay is commission or hourly, whichever is greater
Experience and Requirements

  • Be able to perform physical duties (lift 70+lbs.)
  • Able to put basic knowledge of cars to use
  • Clean Driving Record
  • Ability to obtain DOT card
Priority Towing and Recovery Inc. provided the following inclusive hiring information:

We are an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants equally without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.