Vac Truck Driver & Operator Responsibilities:
- This position is both a driving and physically demanding position: This role combines commercial driving with specialized equipment operation and requires a strong focus on safety and environmental compliance
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Duties include driving and operating the vacuum truck throughout the workday safely and efficiently: Requires driving from the shop to job sites daily, flushing and cleaning storm and sanitary sewer lines, primarily on new, unused pipelines not in service yet
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Perform hydro excavation, pipeline cleaning, catch basin cleaning and manhole cleaning: Cleaning may occasionally be performed on an active sewer service or main for warranty or emergency work
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Daily duties include lifting manhole covers and storm grates to access structures for cleaning
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Hydro excavation (potholing) is done occasionally as well
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Conduct pre-trip and post trip vehicle and equipment inspections
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Complete daily vehicle and equipment inspection reports
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Follow OSHA, DOT and company safety policies
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Perform routine PM maintenance, cleaning and minor repairs on truck and equipment
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Wear and maintain required PPE
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Transport collected material to the dump location and dispose
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Properly care for all tools and equipment
Position Requirements Include:
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Valid CDL with tanker endorsement and air brakes is required
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Prior experience operating vacuum trucks/vacuum trailers is required
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Clean driving record is required
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Occasional Saturday work availability
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Physical Requirements Include:
- Lift 50 – 75 lbs. regularly
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Enter/Exit truck frequently
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Work outdoors in all weather conditions
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Bend, kneel, squat for extended periods
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Work in and around traffic and on construction sites
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Work in confined spaces
