Heavy Wrecker Operator - Class A position; 3rd shift; Great Pay in Falls Church, Virginia at RoadRunner Wrecker Service LLC
Job Description
- Operate heavy-duty wreckers, rotators and lowboys to tow, recover and transport tractors, trailers, buses, RVs and heavy equipment.
- Perform complex recoveries: uprighting rollovers, winching from ditches and embankments, and load shifts.
- Assess each scene and plan the recovery, including rigging, anchor points, load weights and working load limits.
- Rig and secure loads with chains, straps, snatch blocks, airbags and underlifts per DOT and manufacturer requirements.
- Set up and maintain traffic control and scene safety; coordinate with police, fire, EMS and DOT.
- Respond to dispatch promptly and keep dispatch updated on ETA, status and completion.
- Complete pre- and post-trip inspections, ELD/hours-of-service logs, invoices, photos and incident reports accurately.
- Perform routine maintenance on the truck and equipment; report defects immediately.
- Contain and report minor fluid spills per environmental procedures.
- Represent Valor professionally with customers, motorists and fleet clients.
Physical demands and work environment
- Lift and carry up to 75 lbs (chains, snatch blocks, cable) repeatedly.
- Climb, kneel, crawl under vehicles and stand for long periods.
- Work outdoors in heat, cold, rain, snow and darkness, often beside live traffic.
- Wear required PPE: ANSI Class 3 high-visibility apparel, safety-toe boots, gloves and eye protection.
- Exposure to noise, fuel, fluids and debris at accident scenes.
Equal Employment Opportunity. Valor Fleet Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race (including traits historically associated with race, such as hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion or creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin or ancestry, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, hiring, placement, promotion, compensation, benefits, training, transfer, discipline, and separation.
Essential Functions and Reasonable Accommodation. The Essential Functions stated above are the fundamental duties of this position and were prepared in writing before the position was advertised or interviews were conducted, so that they may serve as evidence of the essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act, 42 U.S.C. § 12111(8). Valor Fleet Services provides reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform these essential functions, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. Applicants and employees who need an accommodation should contact Human Resources.
Pregnancy, Childbirth, and Related Medical Conditions. You have the right to be free from discrimination for medical needs arising from pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, including lactation. Consistent with the federal Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, the PUMP for Nursing Mothers Act, and applicable state law, including the South Carolina Pregnancy Accommodations Act, S.C. Code Ann. § 1-13-10 et seq. Valor Fleet Services provides reasonable accommodations for known limitations related to pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions unless doing so would impose an undue hardship. You will not be required to accept an accommodation you did not request, and you will not be required to take leave if another reasonable accommodation can be provided.
Compensation Disclosure and Wage Discussions. Where required by law including the Maryland Wage Range Transparency Act and Virginia’s pay transparency law effective July 1, 2026, the wage or salary range, a general description of benefits, and any other compensation offered for this position will be disclosed in each public and internal posting. Valor Fleet Services does not seek or rely on an applicant’s wage or salary history where prohibited by law. Employees have the right to inquire about, discuss, or disclose their own wages or those of other employees, and will not be retaliated against for doing so.
Fair Labor Standards Act Classification. The FLSA classification stated above reflects Valor Fleet Services’ good-faith determination as of the date of this description. Classification depends on actual job duties and compensation rather than job title, and is subject to periodic review and change.
Employment Eligibility. All offers of employment are contingent on satisfactory completion of Form I-9 employment eligibility verification. Where required by state law, Valor Fleet Services participates in E-Verify, including for all employees in South Carolina, for employees in North Carolina where the company employs 25 or more individuals in that state, and for employees in Tennessee where the company employs 35 or more full-time equivalent individuals.
At-Will Employment. Employment with Valor Fleet Services is at will. Nothing in this position description creates a contract of employment, express or implied, or a guarantee of employment for any specific duration. Either the employee or the company may end the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause and with or without notice, subject to applicable law.
Scope of This Description. This position description describes the general nature and level of work performed and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Duties may change at any time based on business needs.
Requirements: Required qualifications- Key responsibilities
- Operate heavy-duty wreckers, rotators and lowboys to tow, recover and transport tractors, trailers, buses, RVs and heavy equipment.
- Perform complex recoveries: uprighting rollovers, winching from ditches and embankments, and load shifts.
- Assess each scene and plan the recovery, including rigging, anchor points, load weights and working load limits.
- Rig and secure loads with chains, straps, snatch blocks, airbags and underlifts per DOT and manufacturer requirements.
- Set up and maintain traffic control and scene safety; coordinate with police, fire, EMS and DOT.
- Respond to dispatch promptly and keep dispatch updated on ETA, status and completion.
- Complete pre- and post-trip inspections, ELD/hours-of-service logs, invoices, photos and incident reports accurately.
- Perform routine maintenance on the truck and equipment; report defects immediately.
- Contain and report minor fluid spills per environmental procedures.
- Represent Valor professionally with customers, motorists and fleet clients.
Operators are expected to demonstrate flexibility, professionalism, and a team-oriented attitude while supporting all operational needs of the company.
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