CDL Equipment Operator

Clean Harbors•Norco, LA

About The Position

HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, is hiring an IS CDL Equipment Operator to safely and successfully execute jobs across its service lines. The operator represents HPC-Industrial and builds ongoing working relationships with clients and customers. The role involves operating and maintaining hydroblasting, vacuum, and other industrial equipment; transporting equipment and personnel; and supporting field crews. It is also presented as an opportunity for transitioning military personnel to apply their skills and training in civilian work.

Requirements

Complete specific vocational preparation, including classroom safety training, on-the-job training, and essential experience gained on other jobs.
Understand English sufficiently to comprehend safety training and respond to instructions in emergency situations.
Have a valid driver’s license and CDL Class A or B, and meet company driving-policy requirements when driving a company vehicle or using a personal vehicle for company business.
Be knowledgeable in the operation of emergency equipment such as fire extinguishers.
Have experience operating a vacuum truck.
Have a smartphone for the Electronic Logging Device.
Have working knowledge of equipment used in wet and dry vacuums.
Be able to perform the physical duties described, including operating hydroblast equipment with both hands, climbing and working at heights, working in confined spaces, handling equipment thrust, and wearing required protective equipment.
Be physically capable of using both negative-pressure and air-supplied respirators.
Be able to drive heavy equipment for long periods and work in extreme heat, humidity, and sub-zero conditions.
Be able to tolerate exposure to dust, fumes, exhaust, highly pressurized fluids, and noise levels exceeding 85 dBA, using provided respiratory and hearing protection as required.

Responsibilities

Act as a safety representative, following company and customer policies and procedures and providing hands-on information about operations, safety, equipment, emergency response, and administrative functions.
Operate manual and automated hydroblasting equipment when required.
Operate special equipment such as Ultra High Pressure pumps.
Energize and operate pumping equipment and specialized hydroblasting, chemical cleaning, vacuum truck, and cutting equipment used on jobs.
Examine cleaned surfaces when required to ensure they meet company and customer specifications.
Perform routine maintenance on company equipment used on the job.
Perform duties associated with liquid vacs, air machines, and jet rodders.
Direct a crew of vacuum technicians.
Transport equipment and personnel to and from customer locations.
Complete pre- and post-trip inspections and driver’s logs, and comply with vehicle policies and DOT requirements.
Load and unload hoses.
Unload vacuum trucks at dump sites.
Provide general maintenance in the field.
Perform other related duties as assigned.