GRAHAM & ASSOCIATES, INC.
Location
Tucker, GA | United States
Job description
JOB SUMMARY:
The Vacuum Truck Operator position will be responsible for all activities related to cleaning and removing debris from manholes, sewer lines, storm drains, and other structures. This person must be an experienced CDL Licensed Operator and have the knowledge and experience operating a Combination (Jetter/Vacuum) Truck and all associated equipment. The Vacuum Truck Operator will be responsible for managing the Vacuum Truck Crew and working closely with management and other contractors.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/ RESPONSIBILITIES: These are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work performed. The omission of specific duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related, or a logical assignment to the position.
- Responsible for the safe and professional operation of a Combination (Jetter/Vacuum) Truck
- Mobilize to each site and safely operate equipment
- Utilize easement clearing equipment and remove overgrowth
- Open Manholes and other structures
- Inspect Manholes, Sewer Lines, and other sewer structures using NASSCO PACP/MACP/LACP guidelines and recommendations
- Maintain equipment in good operating condition by adjusting, cleaning, lubricating, and performing minor repairs
- Attend various meetings related to assigned projects as needed
- Continuously monitor work being performed for accuracy and completeness
- Interface with partners and Field Inspectors in order to ensure that service level agreement is achieved
- Ensure that files are stored securely under the Data Protection regulations and maintain security
- Identify potential field problems and notify management of any potential problems
- Responsible for job-specific quality system tasks as defined in the quality manual
- Perform related work as required
Requirements
SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS: EDUCATION: High School Diploma/GED
EXPERIENCE: - Minimum of 2 Years Experience (Preferred) Operating a Combination (Jetter/Vacuum) Truck for Sanitary Sewer and Stormwater Cleaning, but willing to train the ideal candidate
- Experience with Manhole Inspections and Cleaning
- Experience with Tank Cleaning.
- Wet/Dry Vacuum Cleaning
- Experience with Hydro-blasting
- Ability to plan, schedule, and undertake work safely, independently, and professionally
- Ability to manage a crew and provide daily direction
- Flexible work schedule as required
- Punctual and reliable
- Must be in good physical condition to perform duties assigned
- Thorough knowledge of reading maps and/or GIS Information
- Possess the ability to read and interpret maps, plans, and specifications and compare them with various aspects of progress, to detect errors
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, clients, and property owners
- Must have basic math skills to assist with measurements and computations of cleaned quantities
- Must be able to interpret and implement company-mandated safety policies
- Must be able to operate a computer and computer software related to word processing and spreadsheets
- Ability to multitask
- Attention to Detail is critical to overall success in this position
REQUIRED: - Valid CDL License, Class A or Class B both with Hazardous Tanker Endorsement
- Must have a current DOT Medical Card or be able to pass a DOT physical before the employment start date
LICENSURES AND CERTIFICATIONS (Must be obtained within one (1) month of your calendar start date):
- OSHA 10
- CPR Training
- Confined Space Entry Certification for Construction
- Traffic Control/Flagger Certification
PHYSICAL DEMANDS: - Required to walk in rugged conditions
- Work in adverse weather conditions
- Required to operate heavy easement clearing equipment
- Use hands to handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear
- Required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl
- Frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 125 pounds
- Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus
WORK ENVIRONMENT: (The work environment and physical demand characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
- Work in outside weather conditions daily
- Frequently works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles and vibration
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