Wayne Hotchin
Norlane,VIC
Summary
Dedicated Tow Truck Driver with a strong work ethic and proven expertise at Geelong Accident Towing and Recovery Centre. Skilled in accident scene management and towing equipment operation, I excel in enhancing service response times and training new drivers. Committed to safety and customer service, I hold a valid MR driver's license with towing accreditation.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Tow Truck Driver
Geelong Accident Towing and Recovery Centre
North Geelong VIC
09.2017 - Current
- Operated tow trucks to transport vehicles safely and efficiently between Geelong and Tullamarine twice daily
- Implemented safety checks on equipment to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Worked well in a team environment.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, enhancing service response times.
- Recovered vehicles, completed private tows, and managed involuntary pick-ups on behalf of business and law enforcement professionals.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies to safely clear accident scenes and impounded vehicles.
- Assisted in training new tow truck drivers, sharing best practices for safe operations and efficient service delivery..
Tow Truck Driver
Winter and Taylor
Geelong, VIC
03.2011 - 09.2017
- Operated tow trucks to transport vehicles safely and efficiently
- Implemented safety checks on equipment to ensure compliance with regulations.
- Worked well in a team environment.
- Responded promptly to emergency calls, enhancing service response times.
- Recovered vehicles, completed private tows, and managed involuntary pick-ups on behalf of business and law enforcement professionals.
- Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies to safely clear accident scenes and impounded vehicles.
- Assisted in training new tow truck drivers, sharing best practices for safe operations and efficient service delivery..
Plastic Welder / Parts Interpreter
Headlight and Heater Co
Geelong, VIC
01.2000 - 03.2011
- Plastic welding and repairing damaged parts for the automotive industry, mostly headlights and heater components
- Polishing headlight lenses to restore original optics, returning to roadworthy state
- Deliveries throughout Geelong and western sub’s Melbourne
- Locating parts in orders and entering them into computer systems then storing parts on shelves. Also picking parts for jobs
Education
Completed VCE Year 12
Western Heights College
Geelong, VIC11.1998
Skills
- Strong work ethic
- Towing equipment operation
- Safe driving practices
- Customer service
- Valid MR driver's license with accident towing accreditation
- GPS applications
- Accident scene management
- Clear police record as required every 3 years to obtain towing DA
Timeline
Tow Truck Driver
Geelong Accident Towing and Recovery Centre
09.2017 - Current
Tow Truck Driver
Winter and Taylor
03.2011 - 09.2017
Plastic Welder / Parts Interpreter
Headlight and Heater Co
01.2000 - 03.2011
Completed VCE Year 12
Western Heights College