Vacuum Truck Driver
About The Position
As a local vacuum truck driver and operator, you will be responsible for the safe, efficient, and legally compliant servicing of our customers. Your role will involve conducting pre-post trip inspections on your truck, following all safety rules and regulations, and loading/unloading liquid waste from customer locations to a wastewater treatment facility. You must be someone who enjoys an active job, is comfortable using equipment on the truck to load/unload liquid waste, enjoys working independently but also thrives in building strong relationships. If you have a CDL license with a good driving and safety record, and enjoy a challenge and the work/life balance that we provide, apply today.
Requirements
- Valid Class-A Driver’s License (CDL) with Tanker Endorsement (preferably in state of operation)
- High school diploma or GED and at least 1 year of Class A tanker driving experience
- Willingness and ability to work overnight shifts
- Clean driving record (no more than 2 moving violations in 3 years, 1 at-fault accident in 5 years)
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
- Must physically qualify and obtain a Medical Examiners Certificate
- Physical capability to lift 50+ pounds, bend, squat, and work in various weather conditions
- Strong communication and customer service skills
Responsibilities
- Safely operate vacuum trucks and related equipment
- Collect and transport both liquid and solid waste, including industrial by-products and sewage
- Conduct daily inspections and perform routine maintenance on vehicles
- Ensure waste is disposed of properly and in compliance with all local, state, and federal regulations
- Maintain professional conduct working with customers, fellow peers and the motoring public
- Maintain accurate records of waste collected, maintain driver electronic logs, and necessary documentation as required
- Other duties as assigned
- May require occasional overtime, weekends or holiday shifts as dictated by business needs
Benefits
- Competitive Starting Pay: Minimum of $28.00 per hour, depending on previous vacuum and/or tanker driver experience and market, overtime pay after 40 hours, weekly pay. Annual performance review process and pay increases based on individual and company performance.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Choose from one of three medical plans, based on your needs, dental, and vision coverage; along with 401(k) with 5% company match
- Career Growth: Training programs and advancement opportunities in wastewater operations and environmental services
- Paid Time Off: Generous PTO policy accrues from day 1, floating and company paid holidays.
- Additional Perks: Company-paid life and disability insurance, employee assistance program, monthly cell phone stipend and more
- Safety-First Fleet: We operate operationally sound equipment designed to protect our professional drivers and loyal customers
- Supportive Leadership: Leadership that values safety, professionalism and growth
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
