Vacuum Truck Operator - Manual

Located in Birmingham, AL

Salary: 25hr

CDL B / DOT Vacuum Truck Operator

Location: Birmingham, AL
Job Type: Full-Time

Job Summary

We are seeking a dependable, hardworking Vacuum Truck Operator / DOT Driver for an industrial services company in Birmingham, AL.

A CDL is NOT required for this position. Candidates may qualify with a CDL Class A, CDL Class B, or as a non-CDL DOT driver. However, you must be able to drive a manual transmission.

This is a hands-on position that combines driving with industrial field work. Operators will assist with wet/dry vacuum trucks, hydro excavation equipment, industrial cleaning, environmental services, and municipal maintenance projects.

Responsibilities

• Safely drive company trucks and equipment to and from job sites

• Operate manual transmission vehicles

• Set up and operate wet/dry vacuum and hydro excavation equipment

• Connect, move, and handle vacuum hoses, pumps, and related equipment

• Complete required DOT pre-trip and post-trip inspections

• Assist with industrial cleaning and material/waste removal

• Transport materials to approved disposal locations as required

• Work alongside field technicians and supervisors

• Follow all company, DOT, and job-site safety procedures

• Perform physically demanding outdoor work in varying weather conditions

Requirements

• Must have experience driving manual transmission vehicles

• CDL Class A, CDL Class B, OR non-CDL DOT driving experience accepted

• CDL drivers with Tanker Endorsement are preferred for applicable equipment

• Previous vacuum truck, sewer flusher, hydro excavation, industrial service, or similar equipment experience is preferred

• Ability to obtain/pass required DOT physical and screening

• Clean and acceptable MVR

• Ability to pass background check and drug screen

• Able to lift up to 50 lbs and climb in/out of trucks and equipment

• Comfortable performing hands-on labor in addition to driving

• Willing to travel to regional job sites and work overtime or on-call shifts when needed

This is not a driving-only position. Candidates should be comfortable working in the field and assisting with the physical operation of the equipment.

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