Larry Gordon
Murfreesboro
Summary
Experienced Heavy Wrecker Operator specializing in emergency response and vehicle recovery. Manages recovery operations with a focus on DOT compliance and safety inspections. Coordinates multi-agency responses in high-pressure situations, enhancing operational efficiency and service delivery through effective route planning.
Overview
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Certification
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Heavy Wrecker Operator
GT Towing
Lebanon
03.2026 - Current
- Operated heavy wrecker to recover disabled vehicles from various locations.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure safety and proper equipment functionality.
- Conducted regular vehicle and equipment inspections to maintain safety and comply with laws.
- Assisted in securing vehicles for transport using chains and straps.
- Conducted regular maintenance of all tools and equipment used in operations.
- Planned efficient routes and adjusted strategies based on current weather and traffic information.
- Verified vehicle details before transporting them between locations according to company policy.
Firefighter
Almaville Volunteer Fire Department Business Calls
Smyrna
02.2026 - Current
- Responded rapidly to emergency calls for fire incidents and medical emergencies.
- Responded immediately to alarms for fires, vehicle accidents, and other emergency situations.
- Operated firefighting equipment and tools during emergency response operations.
- Laid hose lines and operated nozzles, pumps, hydrants, and fire extinguishers.
- Coordinated with other first responders during multi-agency responses.
- Performed routine inspections and maintenance on firefighting vehicles and gear.
- Cleaned and serviced fire apparatus to ensure operational readiness during emergency responses.
- Trained continuously to maintain required physical fitness for demanding work.
Heavy Wrecker Operator
EA Towing
Murfreesboro
08.2021 - 03.2026
- Operated heavy wrecker to recover disabled vehicles from various locations.
- Executed vehicle recovery operations for various clients., private tows and involuntary retrievals in collaboration with businesses and police departments.
- Conducted pre-trip inspections to ensure safety and proper equipment functionality.
- Executed daily DOT pre-trip inspections to minimize risks and ensure timely deliveries.
- Assisted in securing vehicles for transport using chains and straps.
- Performed regular inspections and completed vehicle repairs.
- Notified customers of potential late deliveries, reducing inbound calls to support line.
- Used pallet jack and forklift to load and unload products at distribution centers and route locations.
- Collected signatures to complete and process paperwork efficiently.
Heavy Wrecker Operator
str towing
Nashville
05.2024 - 03.2025
Infantry Fire Team Leader
US Army
Clarksville
06.2005 - 11.2009
- Spearheaded fire teams during live fire battle drills, close combat training, and MOUT exercises at various locations.
- Led tactical operations during training exercises and combat missions.
- Led diverse training simulations to prepare teams for combat and emergency situations.
- Led detailed trainings on weapons systems for subordinates, enhancing overall team safety and cohesion.
- Trained junior soldiers on weapon systems and combat techniques.
- Developed mission plans based on intelligence and tactical analysis.
- Maintained rifles, machine guns, mortars and hand grenades, verifying weapon locations and supporting magazine operations.
Education
High School Diploma -
North Myrtle Beach High School
North Myrtle Beach, SC06-2005
Skills
- Vehicle recovery operations
- Towing services
- Safety compliance inspections
- DOT regulations
- Route planning
- Emergency response
- Traffic management
- Accident scene management
- Equipment maintenance
- Heavy equipment operation
- Winch operation
- Hydraulic systems
- Load management
- Vehicle securing
- Time management
- Problem solving
- Attention to detail
- Customer communication
- Customer service
- Load management
Certification
- Sunshine State Towing Association-light/medium/heavy duty/ultra heavy
- james p lerceno training programs-rotator recovery specialist/recovery diver
Timeline
Heavy Wrecker Operator
GT Towing
03.2026 - Current
Firefighter
Almaville Volunteer Fire Department Business Calls
02.2026 - Current
Heavy Wrecker Operator
str towing
05.2024 - 03.2025
Heavy Wrecker Operator
EA Towing
08.2021 - 03.2026
Infantry Fire Team Leader
US Army
06.2005 - 11.2009
High School Diploma -
North Myrtle Beach High School