Job Title: Driver / Operator
Location: Newtown, CT
Employment Type: Full Time
Job Summary
Are you an experienced driver with a passion for hands-on fieldwork? We are looking for a skilled Vacuum Truck Operator to join our team, delivering essential services in emergency response, industrial maintenance, facility decontamination, and site remediation. This role involves both driving and working on-site as part of a dynamic team, ensuring strict compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
Key Responsibilities
* Perform fieldwork in remediation and industrial maintenance projects under supervision.
* Drive a vacuum truck or similar equipment approximately 30% of the time and work on-site as part of the team.
* Complete all required paperwork, including timesheets, driver logs, vehicle inspections, and safety forms.
* Adhere to project scope and enforce compliance with contracts, schedules, and company policies.
* Work safely in varying environments, ensuring all tasks are performed according to safety standards.
* Operate various vehicles safely, including vacuum trucks, trailers, turbo-vacs, roll-off trucks, and hydro-vacs.
* Be prepared for project work that may require out-of-town travel for two weeks or more.
* Perform physically demanding tasks such as standing, walking, crouching, and lifting up to 50 pounds or more.
* Work year-round in varying weather conditions, including extreme heat, cold, and hazardous environments.
* Maintain a clean-shaven face to ensure proper respirator fit when necessary.
Qualifications
* Ability to operate a manual transmission is required.
* High School Diploma or GED equivalent.
* 2-3 years of experience operating vacuum trucks or similar equipment.
* Experience in related fields such as emergency response, manual labor, construction, or industrial cleaning is preferred.
* Valid Class "B" or "A" CDL with Hazmat and Tanker endorsements required.
* TWIC certification preferred.
* OSHA 40-hour HAZWOPER and Confined Space Entry certifications are a plus but not required.
* Must pass a pre-employment background check, substance screening, and ongoing employment verifications.
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Health, dental, and vision insurance
* 401k with company match
* Paid time off (PTO)
* Paid holidays
If you’re ready to take on a diverse role combining driving and fieldwork in an exciting and ever-changing environment, apply today and join a team committed to safety and excellence!
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