
Posted 28 days ago
Hydrovac Truck Operator
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Operates a hydrovac truck using pressurized water and vacuum systems to safely excavate around underground utilities, loads and transports extracted material, and maintains the vehicle and required documentation.
About this role
EK SERVICES INC. us an underground utility contractor seeking a Vac Truck Driver!
POSITION SUMMARY:
A hydro-vacuum truck Operator/Driver will operate a non-destructive method of excavating as an alternative to mechanical equipment or hand-digging, as well as being prepared for the labor involved. The Vacuum Truck uses pressurized water and a vacuum system to quickly, safely, precisely and cleanly excavate around utilities.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Operate vacuum/tanker truck to load and transport extracted material from sites
- Pulls hose(s) from the hose tray and connects one end to the truck and the other end to a tank or mechanism for extraction. Monitors the amount of fluid/material extracted and the amount of fluid/material the vacuum truck is lawfully allowed to haul, and other situations presented by the site or the customer
- Delivers vacuum service in accordance with operation training and safety procedures including operating the flow, operation and functionality of 2 and 3 inch hoses, tank and flex hoses.
- Routes may require Drivers to navigate through congested communities and confined or tight areas in rural locations
- Reads work orders and documents work performed.
- Uses hand tools and other equipment associated with the vehicle.
- Develop an understanding of DOT & OSHA regulations and EK Services Health and Safety Practices
- Understand and execute all required paperwork
- Routinely perform pre- and post-trip inspections
- Maintains truck log according to state and federal regulations
- Keeps accurate driver logs
- Ensures all materials and equipment are secured properly
- Keeps current medical certificate
- Drives responsibly
- Obtains permits and manifests
- Cleans truck exterior (bed, cab, boom & containment compartment(s))
- Cleans truck interior (cab & containment compartment(s))
- Maintains truck such as grease moving parts and rollers
EDUCATION/TRAINING:
CDL Class B license with Tanker endorsement is required. CDL Class A license preferred, airbrake and additional endorsements a plus.
EXPERIENCE:Two to five years commercial driving experience; with one YEAR as dump truck preferred.
- Possess a valid Pennsylvania Commercial Driver’s License, minimally a Class B required
- Manual transmission experience a plus
E.K. Services Inc. is dedicated to the continuous improvement of our community's infrastructure. Our passion for excellence serves as the driving force for our safety-focused, solution-oriented approach.
Company Core Values:
- Do the Right Thing, Always
- Find A Way or Make One
- Say What You Mean
- Exceed Customer Expectations
Job Type: Full-time, Health Insurance Benefits, Retirement Benefits, PTO, Paid Holidays
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