Class 1/3 Vacuum Truck Operator

GFL Environmental Inc.; Red Deer; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. seeks a Class 1/3 Vacuum Truck Operator in Red Deer to provide a range of fluid management services. The role focuses on safety and professionalism, requiring strong customer service skills, a driver’s license, and safety certifications. Candidates with a commitment to environmental compliance and flexible availability are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Meals and accommodation provided during travel

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months of Hydro Vac or Vac Truck experience.
• Must operate manual transmission.
• Flexible availability for possible travel.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate vacuum equipment in an industrial setting.
• Maintain accurate documentation and logs for NSC compliance.
• Participate in safety programs and report near misses.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Safety focused attitude

Organizational skills

Health and physical condition

Education

Class 1 or Class 3 Driver’s License with Air Brakes

Valid safety tickets (First Aid/CPR, CSTS, TDG, H2S Alive)

Tools

Electronic Logs

Job description

Summary

The Class 1/3 Vacuum Truck Operator will work with our Red Deer GFL Liquids team to provide exceptional service for our clients. Services provided include (but are not limited to) Fluid hauling, spill cleanup, line flushing, high-pressure washing, water hauling, and loading and hauling of various fluids/materials. The chosen individual will perform this diverse range of activities with a focus on safety, professionalism, and teamwork.

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate vacuum equipment in an industrial setting
• Follow company policies and procedures as well as various on-site Requirements.
• Provide exceptional service to all clients and professionally represent GFL.
• Complete daily equipment pre-trips and driver logs required for NSC compliance.
• Maintain detailed and accurate company documentation to accompany work performed.
• Demonstrate a commitment to environmental compliance.
• Participate in safety programs such as safety meetings, near miss reporting and job hazard assessments.
• Work independently while managing time and productivity and communicating effectively.
  
  

Requirements

• A minimum of 6 months of Hydro Vac or Vac Truck experience is required.
• Class 1 or Class 3 Driver’s License with Air Brakes and a fairly clean Commercial Drivers Abstract.
• Must be able to operate manual transmission.
• Flexible availability as occasional travel may be required. Meals and accommodation will be provided.
• Valid safety tickets such as First Aid/CPR, Construction Safety Training (CSTS), Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) and H2S Alive are considered an asset.
• Winter Driving
  
  

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Safety-focused attitude with experience working in an industrial setting.
• Electronic Logs
• Knowledge to perform minor maintenance on units to maintain efficient operation.
• Possesses cleanliness and organizational skills.
• Must be in good health and physical condition to perform duties assigned.
• Willing to accept after-hour calls when necessary.
• Able to travel and stay overnight as required. Accommodation and meals provided.
  
  

This is a safety sensitive position. Offers of employment are conditional upon successful completion of required pre-employment drug and alcohol testing.

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