Sewer Operation - Vactor Operator

Pittsburgh Water • Pittsburgh, PA

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About The Position

The Vactor Operator will operate a Vactor truck, empty septic tanks, and clean sewer pipes for proper preventative maintenance.

Requirements

• Maintain a valid Pennsylvania Class B commercial driver’s license with tank (N) endorsement or “X” combination hazardous materials and tank truck endorsements in accordance with the commercial driver’s license requirements throughout employment.
• Two (2) years of experience operating/working on a Vactor or similar truck
• Considerable knowledge and skill in the operation of heavy trucks and related special motorized equipment of safety rules and regulations regarding the work
• Considerable knowledge of traffic and other regulations governing vehicle operation
• Basic knowledge of vehicle maintenance and repair, city streets and geography
• Ability to drive in heavy traffic and adverse weather conditions
• Ability to follow oral and written instruction
• Knowledge and ability to use computers and related technology
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervisors, associates, and the public
• Applicant must present a current, valid Class C (Class 1) PA Motor Vehicle Operator’s License at the time of application or prior to appointment. A valid driver’s license must be maintained throughout employment.

Responsibilities

• Operate flusher, vactor, jetter, and truck
• Inspect mechanical conditions of vehicle and report malfunctions
• Perform preventative maintenance, make repairs and adjustments
• Schedule periodic maintenance on the vehicle after carefully checking the oil, water, gas, tires etc.
• Maintain records on equipment
• Transport crews, load and unload equipment, and materials as requested or required
• Follow all safety protocol and procedures
• May direct assigned work crews, direct traffic at work sites, perform activities and functions of related lower-level personnel and other related tasks
• May be required to work all three shifts, overtime, weekends, and holidays
• Perform other tasks as assigned or required

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed