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How much do towing jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for towing in the United States is $19.23, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $13.94 and $21.15 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is towing?

A towing job involves transporting disabled, illegally parked, or damaged vehicles using a tow truck. Tow truck operators assist stranded drivers, recover vehicles after accidents, and relocate improperly parked cars. They must have knowledge of vehicle hookup procedures, safety regulations, and roadside assistance. Some tow truck drivers work for towing companies, roadside assistance services, or law enforcement agencies. The job often requires a commercial driver’s license (CDL) and the ability to work in various weather conditions.

What does a typical day look like for someone working in towing?

A typical day for a towing professional involves responding to dispatch calls, assisting stranded drivers, and safely towing or recovering vehicles from various locations in all weather and traffic conditions. You may start your shift by inspecting your equipment, reviewing scheduled jobs, and staying ready for emergency requests throughout the day. Towing professionals often work independently but communicate closely with dispatchers and coordinate with law enforcement or roadside assistance teams when necessary. The work can be physically demanding and unpredictable, but it offers a sense of accomplishment in helping people during urgent situations. Additionally, there are often opportunities for overtime and advancement into supervisory or specialty towing roles.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in towing, and why are they important?

To thrive in towing, you need a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL), strong driving skills, basic automotive knowledge, and a clean driving record. Familiarity with hydraulic tow trucks, GPS navigation systems, and safety equipment is important, and certifications such as WreckMaster or TRAA are often preferred. Excellent communication, problem-solving abilities, and patience help you handle stressful roadside situations and interact positively with customers. These skills ensure safe vehicle recovery, minimize risks, and provide professional, reliable service to clients in need.

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Infographic showing various Towing job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 79% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 1% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 97% Physical, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $40,005 per year, or $19.2 per hour.

Roadside Assistance Driver Including Service and Towing Available

NK Towing & Roadside Services

Vista, CA • On-site

$16/hr

Other

Re-posted 12 days ago


Job description

Benefits:

Bonus based on performance

Free uniforms

Training & development

Work for San Diego County's #1 Tow Truck Company!

NK Towing is a AAA approved company hiring Tow Truck Operators. We will train you! No Previous direct Towing Experience is Required. You will learn how to safely provide Emergency Roadside Assistance and Towing services for AAA members and customers of NK Towing.

Join our AAA Roadside Hero Team!

We offer a fun, safe and professional workplace for smart, independent and responsible people seeking to develop new skills and have a productive career.

Build your future with NK!

*Immediate positions are available!

  • 10 to 12 Hours Shifts

Responsibilities of a Tow Operator:

Safely operate a truck on the roads

Load, Secure and Unload cargo/automobiles

Properly track and document activity log

Report any issues or incidents to dispatch

Respectfully interact with customers and motorists

Inspect truck before and after trip

Smile and Enjoy your job!

Service Driver Position: Join our BSP (Battery Service Provider) team at NK Towing & Roadside Services Inc. You'll drive an F150 and handle tasks like tire changes, fuel calls, lockouts, jump starts, and battery sales. Earn $16 per hour plus commission, with up to 5% of all calls and up to $15 per battery sold.

Qualifications:

Regular driver's license - No Commercial license is required.

Ability to handle physical workload (kneeling, crawling, lifting, etc.)

Common Sense and Good Judgment

Strong Work Ethic and Sound Decision-Making

Safety-Conscious & Good Driving Record

Life style that will allow you to be at work on time and in uniform.

Join NK Towing and you too can become a "ROADSIDE HERO"!

*Equal Opportunity / Veterans / Second Chance Employer

About NK Towing & Roadside Services:

Join the NK Family and become a Tow Truck Driver, Battery Service Provider, Dispatcher or a member of our Transportation Office Team! NK offers emergency towing and emergency roadside assistance assistance services for AAA Members, Law Enforcement and the Public. If you want to become a AAA Mobile Battery Service Provider, a Professional Tow Truck Driver, or a Emergency Roadside Assistance Dispatcher, NK Towing is your top option. With a full fleet of vehicles, we have been training and developing our Roadside Assistance Professionals to drive all kinds of light, medium and heavy duty trucks for more than 18 years. By joining NK Towing you will obtain new skills and learn new practices on how to provide a variety of customer solutions for Roadside dilemmas. These include: Battery Services, Lock-Outs, Fuel Deliveries, Tire Changes for our BSP Drivers and for our California Drivers: Auto Collision and Heavy Duty Towing, that includes RVs tows, buses, trucks, boats, storage containers and heavy equipment tows. You will also participate in AAA training and seminars on industry best practices and providing top-quality customer service to AAA customers. Join the NK Family of Roadside Assistance Professionals and you too will become a Roadside Hero!

NK Towing & Roadside Services is located in North County San Diego (Oceanside,& Vista)

*AAA Approved Service Providers and located in Vista, California.