Job Description
AutoBase Inc. is family-owned and operated providing Safety Service Patrol for over 23 years. We are the largest provider of Safety Service Patrol in the industry!
Our Opportunity:
We are seeking a Full Time Highway Helper, to join our team in Cedar Rapids, IA
Full Time, Monday - Friday
Shift: 13:00 - 21:00
Salary: $20.00/hour
As a Safety Service Patrol Operator, known as a Highway Helper in the State of Iowa, you would patrol a designated highway route in a company truck, assisting disabled motorists, maintaining the flow of traffic, and supporting local and/state Police, Fire or Emergency Service Units for scene safety.
Position Details:
• Safety is everyone's responsibility. You are required to always follow all safety regulations.
• Provides Traffic Incident Management services.
• Monitors the safety of roadways and assists with disabled/abandoned vehicles, lane-closures, debris in the roadway, and general roadway incidents.
• Uses provided tools and equipment for roadside assistance to stranded motorists, including but not limited to changing tires, jump starting a battery, providing coolant, providing fuel, and other minor mechanical repairs.
• Works closely with and assist other first responders with incident management.
• Maintaining online system for reporting incidents.
• Working with Traffic Management Centers to ensure following directives.
REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
• Successfully pass a comprehensive background and criminal check, as well as a drug test.
• High School diploma or GED
• Must have automotive mechanical knowledge or 2+ years of experience in a similar field.
• 3+ years of driving and demonstrated safe driving record.
• Must be able to perform the physical demands of the job, lifting tire and floor jack.
• A general working knowledge of traffic incident management is a plus.
• Military, Police or Firefighter background is a PLUS!
CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Must possess a valid state Driver’s License.
• Physical Required.
• Safety certifications are a plus.
• Knowledge of all tools necessary to perform all maintenance repair.
ABILITIES, PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF JOB REQUIRED:
• Knowledge of vehicle operations and safety guidelines.
• Proficient in the use of all tools of the trade, shop equipment and power tools including but not limited to jacks, hydraulic lifts, air tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to apply all relevant policies in a consistent, timely and objective manner.
• Capable of working with peers, the public and management from other departments in a proactive and constructive manner.
• While performing the duties of this job, it is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands, talk, and hear.
• The position also frequently required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, or crawl. In addition to frequently lift and/or move up to 60lbs.
Full Time Employee Benefits:
• Company uniforms
• Boot reimbursement
• Performance based bonuses and raises
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term disability coverage
• Critical & Accident Coverage
• $50,000.00 Company provided Life Insurance policy and the option of a voluntary buy-up policy.
• 401(k) plan with a match.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Schedule:
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
Work Location: On the road
Our Opportunity:
We are seeking a Full Time Highway Helper, to join our team in Cedar Rapids, IA
Full Time, Monday - Friday
Shift: 13:00 - 21:00
Salary: $20.00/hour
As a Safety Service Patrol Operator, known as a Highway Helper in the State of Iowa, you would patrol a designated highway route in a company truck, assisting disabled motorists, maintaining the flow of traffic, and supporting local and/state Police, Fire or Emergency Service Units for scene safety.
Position Details:
• Safety is everyone's responsibility. You are required to always follow all safety regulations.
• Provides Traffic Incident Management services.
• Monitors the safety of roadways and assists with disabled/abandoned vehicles, lane-closures, debris in the roadway, and general roadway incidents.
• Uses provided tools and equipment for roadside assistance to stranded motorists, including but not limited to changing tires, jump starting a battery, providing coolant, providing fuel, and other minor mechanical repairs.
• Works closely with and assist other first responders with incident management.
• Maintaining online system for reporting incidents.
• Working with Traffic Management Centers to ensure following directives.
REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:
• Successfully pass a comprehensive background and criminal check, as well as a drug test.
• High School diploma or GED
• Must have automotive mechanical knowledge or 2+ years of experience in a similar field.
• 3+ years of driving and demonstrated safe driving record.
• Must be able to perform the physical demands of the job, lifting tire and floor jack.
• A general working knowledge of traffic incident management is a plus.
• Military, Police or Firefighter background is a PLUS!
CERTIFICATIONS AND/OR TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS:
• Must possess a valid state Driver’s License.
• Physical Required.
• Safety certifications are a plus.
• Knowledge of all tools necessary to perform all maintenance repair.
ABILITIES, PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF JOB REQUIRED:
• Knowledge of vehicle operations and safety guidelines.
• Proficient in the use of all tools of the trade, shop equipment and power tools including but not limited to jacks, hydraulic lifts, air tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Ability to apply all relevant policies in a consistent, timely and objective manner.
• Capable of working with peers, the public and management from other departments in a proactive and constructive manner.
• While performing the duties of this job, it is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, use hands to handle or feel, reach with hands, talk, and hear.
• The position also frequently required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, bend, or crawl. In addition to frequently lift and/or move up to 60lbs.
Full Time Employee Benefits:
• Company uniforms
• Boot reimbursement
• Performance based bonuses and raises
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Short- & Long-Term disability coverage
• Critical & Accident Coverage
• $50,000.00 Company provided Life Insurance policy and the option of a voluntary buy-up policy.
• 401(k) plan with a match.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance
Schedule:
• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
Work Location: On the road
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Highway Helper position is now open for candidates interested in the Helper Jobs sector. This role in Cedar Rapids offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Helper Jobs is a plus.