Large Scavenger Truck Technician
About The Position
Magnolia Plumbing, LLC is seeking a dependable, experienced, safety-focused Large Scavenger Truck Technician for its Wastewater Management team in Laurel, Maryland. The technician operates large vacuum and scavenger trucks and performs service, maintenance, and repair work on commercial and residential wastewater systems. The role calls for strong driving skills, attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, workplace safety, and excellent customer service. The technician safely transports and disposes of wastewater and waste materials in accordance with applicable regulations and disposal facility requirements. The position includes scheduled and emergency service calls, vehicle and equipment inspections, accurate service and disposal documentation, and collaboration with team members, dispatch, and management. The technician must follow company safety procedures and environmental and regulatory requirements, and obtain and maintain required certifications and safety training, including Confined Space Safety Certification.
Requirements
- High school diploma or GED.
- Valid driver's license.
- Appropriate Commercial Driver's License (CDL) if applicable to the assigned vehicle.
- Ability to obtain and maintain a valid DOT medical card.
- Ability to obtain and maintain Confined Space Safety Certification.
- Basic math, reading, writing, and communication skills.
- Ability to safely drive, maneuver, and operate large commercial vehicles and specialized equipment.
- Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, pulling hoses, bending, climbing, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
- Ability to work in confined spaces and challenging environments when properly trained and authorized.
- Flexibility to work varying schedules, overtime, and emergency service calls as needed.
- Strong commitment to workplace safety, environmental compliance, and company procedures.
- Dependable, professional, and team-oriented attitude.
- Successful completion of a pre-employment background check and drug screening.
Nice To Haves
- At least one year of experience operating large vacuum trucks, scavenger trucks, tanker trucks, or similar heavy-duty vehicles.
- Working knowledge of wastewater systems, including grease interceptors, stormwater management facilities, oil/water separators, oil/sand interceptors, elevator shaft pits, ejector systems, septic tanks, and sewer lines.
- Experience operating truck-mounted vacuum systems, pumps, hoses, and related equipment.
- Knowledge of applicable DOT regulations, vehicle safety requirements, and disposal facility requirements.
Responsibilities
- Safely operate large scavenger and vacuum trucks to complete assigned wastewater service work.
- Perform diagnostic, maintenance, and repair work on wastewater systems.
- Service grease interceptors, stormwater management facilities, oil/water separators, oil/sand interceptors, elevator shaft pits, ejector systems, septic tanks, and sewer lines.
- Operate truck-mounted vacuum systems, pumps, hoses, and other specialized equipment.
- Safely transport, handle, and dispose of wastewater and waste materials according to applicable regulations and disposal facility requirements.
- Follow applicable Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company safety procedures.
- Maintain accurate service records, inspection reports, disposal documentation, and related paperwork.
- Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles and equipment.
- Monitor vehicle and equipment performance and report mechanical issues or maintenance concerns.
- Respond promptly and professionally to scheduled and emergency service calls.
- Collaborate with team members, dispatch, and management to complete assignments efficiently.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe truck, equipment, and work environment.
- Follow company safety procedures and applicable environmental and regulatory requirements.
- Obtain and maintain required certifications and safety training, including Confined Space Safety Certification.
Benefits
- Medical benefits starting the first of the month.
- Company-paid life insurance.
- Company-paid long-term disability.
- Company contributions to a 401(k) and HSA.
- Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and mental health coverage.
- Paid time off (PTO) available from day one.
- Opportunity to pursue trade school and ongoing professional development.
- Safety incentive bonus.
- Empowered environment with trust to own your work.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
High school or GED
