Drainage Technician (Class 1/2 JetVac Driving)
Salary: £30,000–£35,000 per hour (Average Earnings of £40,000-£43,000pa)
Location: Durham, County Durham
Hours: Monday–Friday | 40 hours per week | Day Shift with Flexible Start & Finish Times
Overtime: after 40 hours
Callout Rota: 1 in 5 paid at £135–£150 per week + callout bonus
Job Type: Full Time, Permanent
A well-established engineering service provider is seeking an experienced JetVac Driver (Class 1 or 2) to support planned and reactive drainage operations across commercial and industrial sites. This role suits a professional driver with experience operating JetVac / Tanker units, performing drainage clearance, and ensuring safe, compliant site work.
Benefits
* 22 days annual leave + bank holidays (30 total)
* Annual leave paid at an average of hours / overtime worked
* Clear progression routes with training & development opportunities
* Company vehicle and fuel card provided
* Company pension + wider benefits (private healthcare, life assurance x4/x5, employee assistance programme, private medical appointments)
* High street vouchers & UK retail discounts
* Overtime hourly rate + callout bonuses (average £2,000 per year)
* Average of 10 hours overtime available weekly
Key Responsibilities
* Operate JetVac / tanker vehicles to carry out drainage clearance, unblocking, and cleaning operations.
* Attend planned and reactive service jobs across industrial & commercial sites.
* Perform safe jetting, vacuuming, and removal of waste from drainage systems, interceptors, chambers, and pipework.
* Complete site risk assessments and maintain safe working practices.
* Accurately update job information via PDA and complete all associated paperwork.
* Communicate with site teams and clients, providing clear updates and maintaining professional conduct at all times.
What We're Looking For
* Experience operating JetVac, combi-unit, or tanker vehicles (essential).
* Valid Class 1 or Class 2 licence + CPC + Digi Card.
* Strong understanding of drainage, wastewater, or industrial cleaning operations.
* Confident working independently in a mobile field-based role.
* Flexible approach with ability to support emergency call-outs.
* Good awareness of safety practices and environmental compliance.
* Willingness to travel and work varied site environments.
Similar Job Titles
JetVac Operator, Drainage Driver, Tanker Driver, Wastewater Operator, Class 2 Jetting Engineer, Drainage Technician, Combi Unit Driver, Industrial Services Driver, Class 1 Driver (Drainage)
Interested?
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