TOW TRUCK OPERATOR (PERMANENT)

TOW TRUCK OPERATOR (PERMANENT)

Salary

$40,131.00 - $50,670.00 Annually

Location

Buffalo, NY

Job Type

Full-Time

Job Number

POSTING

Department

PARKING ENFORCEMENT

Opening Date

08/03/2026

Closing Date

8/17/2026 11:59 PM Eastern

Fee

$0.00

• Description
• Benefits

RESIDENCE: Residence is a requirement for all positions. In the absence of clear and convincing evidence to the contrary, an applicant shall be deemed a non-resident if he/she cannot show ninety (90) days of continuous and uninterrupted residence in the City of Buffalo prior to filing application. THIS DOES NOT APPLY TO ANYONE APPLYING FOR THE BUFFALO POLICE ENTRY LEVEL EXAMINATION. NO RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT-SUMMER LIFEGUARDS: Due to the nationwide lifeguard shortage, residency is NOT a requirement for the seasonal lifeguard position in the City of Buffalo. Applicants from any nearby municipality are encouraged to apply.

PLEASE TAKE NOTICE THAT THE ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF BUFFALO MANDATE CONTINUOUS RESIDENCY IN THE CITY DURING YOUR EMPLOYMENT, EXCEPT FOR POSITIONS SPECIFICALLY EXEMPT UNDER STATE LAW.

FEE: WHERE INDICATED, A NON-REFUNDABLE APPLICATION PROCESSING FEE MUST ACCOMPANY YOUR APPLICATION VIA CHECK, CASH OR MONEY ORDER (If using check for payment, your check must clear to complete processing.)

Check with Civil Service office for fee waiver info.

Distinguishing Features of the Class

An incumbent to this position operates a tow truck and provides road service maintenance to disabled city-owned vehicles. Work consists of routine manual and simple mechanical operations of equipment. Direct supervision is received from a superior who may perform periodic inspection of work. No supervision is exercised.

Examples of work (Illustration Only)

Tows all vehicles referred to the Division of Parking Enforcement with a combination weight of up to 18,000 lbs.;

Operates a tow truck vehicle and car carrier (flatbed) to clear accident scenes;

Provides road service maintenance to disabled city-owned vehicles such as changing tires, replacing batteries and other minor mechanic service;

Tows disabled city-owned vehicles to garage when necessary work cannot be accomplished at the scene;

• Performs minor maintenance work on tow trucks including maintaining oil, gas, grease, anti-freeze, tire inflation and cleanliness of truck;

Assists mechanics in repairing vehicles;

May be required to tow civilian vehicles when necessary;

Performs related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Possession of a current Class B Commercial Drivers License issued by the NYS Department of Motor Vehicles at time of filing application and maintain during employment

Possession of a Class A Commercial Drivers License may be required during employment based on equipment in service.

• Applicants must consent to screening requirements of the FMCSA Clearinghouse program (Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration) in accordance with Title 49, Code of Federal Regulations, Section 382 as part of the application process for positions requiring a NYS Commercial Drivers License.

THE CITY OF BUFFALO IS AN EQUAL OPPORUNITY EMPLOYER

Additional Information

Good knowledge of the operation of a tow truck

Good knowledge of the geography and traffic laws of the City of Buffalo;

Ability to understand and follow oral and written directions;

Mechanical aptitude; Dependably;

Physical condition commensurate with the duties of the position.

The City of Buffalos benefit package is designed to give our employees and their love ones, comfort, safety, and stability they need in serving our community each and every day.

Our offerings include:

• Medical and vision, Dental, Life Insurance (basic) and (supplemental)
• New York State Retirement System
• Deferred Compensation Plan
• Employee Assistance Program for employee/family members
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Liberal holidays & vacation
• Growth Opportunities and Steady earnings potential

Employer City of Buffalo