Vactor Truck Driver

Interwest Construction, Inc.•Burlington, WA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direct supervision of the Fleet Trucking Manager. The Vactor Operator works closely with the onsite crews to perform tasks and duties necessary for the operation of a vactor truck and other similar equipment.

Requirements

Must be able to work variable shifts
High School Diploma or GED
Commercial driver’s license – Class A with tanker endorsement
Pass examination demonstrating proficiency and knowledge of the operation and routine maintenance of the vactor truck
Thorough knowledge of the safety standards, practices, and procedures relating to the operation of the vactor truck and maintenance
Demonstrated skill using effective oral and written communication in the performance of duties and responsibilities
Able to learn company procedures, regulations, and requirements with respect to procurement, safety, operations, and organizations
Working knowledge of ventilation blower, tripod stand, come-along and harness for confined space entry, and atmospheric detector
Experience and training in confined space entry procedures, hazardous material - operators level, and operation of S.C.B.A. (self-contained breathing apparatus)
Able to learn the layout construction and conditions of sanitary and storm collection systems.

Responsibilities

Driving – Vactor truck operation
Complete pre-trip inspection of truck and equipment
Perform potholing to locate and expose underground utilities prior to excavation
Clean storm lines, manholes, and catch basins. This includes determining appropriate positioning of truck along with the correct equipment and method of cleaning to implement
Operate truck to dump contents of storage tank at appropriate dump sites, or in on site containments
Identify and report necessary repairs, if necessary, for storm lines, manholes, and catch basins, and underground utilities
Respond to emergency calls requiring the use of the sewer vactor truck and other similar equipment
Develop and update a schedule of inspection and maintenance
Ensure safety procedures are being implemented while on the job as mandated by DOSH/OSHA
Maintain and keep daily records of inspections and work completed on sanitary and storm manholes, collection lines, catch basins, and other water collecting structures. Keep notes while out in the field and report issues to on-site foreman
Other duties as assigned