HydroVac Operator/Driver ( CDL Class A )
About The Position
The HydroVac Operator/Driver is responsible for high-pressure jetting, catch basin cleaning, lift station cleanings, and general vactor work. The role operates and maintains HY VAC equipment and vehicles, completes dispatched jobs—including occasional overnight and out-of-town work—and communicates job status with the Dispatcher and Project Manager. The position also involves completing service paperwork, troubleshooting job problems, responding to emergency calls, following company service and safety protocols, and complying with applicable DOT and DEP regulations. Operators are expected to protect the environment through appropriate spill protection, waste acceptance, disposal and treatment practices, and emergency response procedures, while continuing technical learning and development. Other duties may be assigned by management. Wind River Environmental provides services for non-hazardous liquid waste systems, including grease traps, septic tanks, and related systems, serving business, residential, and municipal customers throughout the East Coast.
Requirements
- Previous experience operating HY VAC equipment and vehicles.
- CDL Class B license with at least one year of commercial driving experience.
- Customer-oriented interpersonal skills.
- Technical and/or mechanical knowledge and abilities.
- Ability to use hand tools and small power tools.
- Effective organization and time-management skills.
- Ability to provide on-call service on a rotating schedule.
Responsibilities
- Properly operate and maintain HY VAC equipment and vehicles.
- Execute jobs assigned by the Dispatcher, including occasional overnight and out-of-town jobs.
- Communicate job status with the Dispatcher and Project Manager.
- Complete and submit service paperwork to management.
- Diagnose and troubleshoot job problems and recommend solutions where appropriate.
- Respond to trouble and emergency calls in a timely manner.
- Follow all Wind River Environmental service protocols.
- Follow safety rules and exercise safe work practices.
- Understand and comply with DOT and DEP regulations applicable to the job.
- Protect the environment by following spill protection, waste acceptance, disposal, treatment, and emergency response procedures.
- Pursue ongoing technical learning and development.
- Perform other duties as assigned by management.
- Provide on-call service on a rotating schedule.
- Ensure a high level of customer service, satisfaction, and communication.
Benefits
- Medical and dental insurance.
- Matching 401(k).
- Eight paid holidays and a generous paid time off plan.
- Uniforms.
- Competitive starting rates.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
