Class A Truck Driver - Field Service Tech I - OWS
About The Position
The Field Service Technician (FST) – Grit / Oil-Water Separator (OWS) services industrial grit systems, oil-water separators, pits, troughs, and related wastewater infrastructure at commercial and industrial customer sites. The role supports environmental compliance, customer safety, and operational reliability through professional service, accurate documentation, and adherence to site-specific requirements. It involves operating specialized service vehicles and equipment and requires a valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL). The position is based in Hayward, California, with 5 a.m. starts and 10- to 14-hour workdays, Monday through Friday, with occasional Saturdays. Approximately 50% travel is expected, including over-the-road travel. Starting compensation is $35 per hour.
Requirements
- Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL).
- Ability to safely operate service vehicles and equipment.
- Mechanical aptitude and comfort working with industrial systems.
- Strong attention to detail and ability to follow procedures.
- Professional communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
- Ability to perform physically demanding work, including frequent heavy lifting and extended hose handling.
- Ability to manually remove compacted solids from pits, sumps, or troughs when required.
- Frequent standing, walking, bending, climbing, and working around industrial equipment.
- Ability to work in varying weather conditions.
Nice To Haves
- Industrial wastewater or environmental services experience.
- Oil-water separator or grit system service experience.
- Vacuum truck or similar equipment operation.
- Experience working in regulated or safety-sensitive environments.
Responsibilities
- Perform scheduled service and maintenance of grit systems, oil-water separators, pits, troughs, and related infrastructure.
- Operate vacuum trucks and related equipment in accordance with company policies and safety procedures.
- Remove liquid and solid waste materials, including dense or compacted solids.
- Visually inspect systems and identify abnormal conditions, damage, or service concerns.
- Manually remove material when vacuum service alone is insufficient.
- Maintain accurate service documentation, including job notes, volumes, and site observations.
- Communicate professionally with customer representatives, including operations and safety personnel.
- Follow site-specific safety rules, PPE requirements, and access procedures.
- Ensure compliance with environmental, safety, and transportation regulations.
- Maintain cleanliness and basic upkeep of the assigned vehicle and equipment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
