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name: tow-truck-driver
description: "Occupational skill for the role 'tow truck driver' (also: tow truck operator, tow trucker). Use when the user asks for typical tow truck driver work such as: typical tow truck driver responsibilities"
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# Tow Truck Driver

Tow truck drivers transport vehicles that are damaged, broken down, brand-new or immobilized by public authorities by operating a tow truck. They offer a variety of services such as emergency towing on the road or for police impoundment. Tow truck drivers operate towing equipment, arrange itineraries, and ensure safety during the entire transportation process.

## Core workflow


## How to use this skill

- Read [references/profile.md](references/profile.md) for the occupation profile and scope.
- Consult [references/tasks.md](references/tasks.md) for the full task and activity inventory.
- Check [references/skills.md](references/skills.md) for essential vs. optional competences.
- Check [references/tools.md](references/tools.md) for the software commonly used in this role.

## Key competences (essential)

- accommodate cargo in freight transport vehicle
- check vehicle damage
- determine itineraries of bulk trucks
- drive vehicles
- ensure vehicle operability
- health and safety measures in transportation
- load bulk trucks
- manoeuvre heavy trucks
- operate emergency vehicle
- operate towtruck
- operation of transport equipment
- organise vehicle breakdown support
- park vehicles in depot
- parking regulations
- position vehicles for maintenance and repair

## Hot technologies

- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft Windows
- Microsoft Word
- SAP software

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*Sources: ESCO v1.2.1 (http://data.europa.eu/esco/occupation/5d4e374f-adfa-48bc-ba34-e51915484251), O*NET 30.3 (53-3032.00, manual nearest match). See manifest.json for licensing/attribution.*