Class DZ Driver/Operator, Pressure & Vacuum

CEDA International; Nanticoke; Remote; CAD 37,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits and pension through IUOELocal

Opportunity for growth

Skill development

Job summary

CEDA International is seeking a Class DZ Driver/Operator for Pressure & Vacuum at our Nanticoke, Ontario location. This full‑time role offers 40 hours per week, $27–$31 per hour, with an annual increase on March 1 and benefits through IUOE Local 793 after 1040 hours.

The position emphasizes outside work, manual transmissions, and safety. Growth opportunities and skill development are highlighted as part of a strong team environment.

Qualifications

• Valid Class DZ license with no more than 5 demerits in the last 3 years.
• Experience with Fluid Hauling, Vacuum and High Pressure equipment is an asset.
• Able to travel regionally and be available for on call; scheduling flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain vacuum trucks, high pressure/water trucks, combo units and other equipment as required.
• Potential to operate other client equipment as needed.
• 90% of shift spent outside the truck, boots on the ground.
• Drive manual transmissions proficiently.
• Work safely at heights up to 100 meters in a labor-intensive role.
• Climb into vessels and tanks with cleaning equipment; follow safety procedures.
• Ensure safety for all team members and property.
• Work outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Learn new skills daily by rigging equipment.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Manual transmissions

Safety conscious

Physical stamina

Respiratory PPE use

Outdoor work

Tools

Vacuum trucks

High pressure/water trucks

Job description

• Contract

Company Description

CEDA specializes in industrial maintenance, turnaround and environmental services and has a proud history in North America with roots extending back to 1973. Our talented and experienced team is committed to delivering world‑class solutions to help our clients maximize production, mitigate risk and avoid costly outages, always with safety top of mind.

We are committed to putting the right people, in the right place, at the right time while offering an inclusive work environment, opportunities for professional development, a competitive compensation package and excellent benefits.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, CEDA has opportunities for you!

Job Description

CEDA is currently seeking a 1 Class DZ Driver/Operator for Pressure & Vacuum at our Nanticoke, Ontario location. No accommodation or travel will be provided.

What We Offer:

• Permanent full time offering 40 hours per week
• $27 - $31 per hourwith an annual increase on March 1
• Benefits and pension through International Union of Operating Engineers - Local 793 after 1040 hours worked
• Skill development andopportunity for growth
• Opportunity tolearn and gain experienceon all pieces of equipment like vacuum trucks, high pressure/water trucks, combo units and various specialty tools
• Variety:changing work scopes from one day to the next – there is always a new challenge
• Be a part of a trueteam. Our work is difficult but we get it done safely, with great people

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Operate and maintain vacuum trucks, high pressure/water trucks, combo units, other equipment as required and various specialty tools
• Depending on our client’s request there could also be opportunities to operate other equipment outside of our industrial cleaning equipment.
• 90% of your day is outside of the truck, boots on the ground
• Proficient in driving manual transmissions
• Work safely at heights up to 100 meters in a labor intensive capacity
• Climb safely into small vessels and tanks with industrial cleaning equipment – our experienced crew has your back
• Ensure safety for all team members and property
• Work as part of a team and follow direction from supervision
• Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
• Learn new skills every day by rigging in and out specialty equipment
• Complete required paperwork for unit pre-trip, inspections, job reports and safety documents
• Challenge your eye for detail, practice what we preach. Take your time, get the job done right the first time and safely every time
• Provide guidance to Laborers as required
• Strictly observe and enforce all company and client safety requirements
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Valid Class DZlicense with no more than 5 demerits in the last 3 years is required
• Driving is in your nature, then passing CEDA’s Driver Assessment in a manual transmission will be a breeze (10, 13 speed, 18)
• Experience with Fluid Hauling, Vacuum and High Pressure experience in an industrial environment is an asset
• Experience in an industrial environment is an asset
• Exposure/familiarity with Imperial Oil’s loss prevention system is an asset
• Able to provide a negative result ona pre-employment drug and alcohol test
• Able to travel throughout Region, and be available for on call (flexibility in scheduling is required)
• Reliable transportation to site is required

Skills:

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• Very comfortable with manual transmissions
• Safety focused when it comes to people and equipment
• Perform physically demanding work including climbing multiple flights of stairs and carrying equipment (able to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis)
• Comfortable with the use of additional respiratory equipment and air supply; wearing a full face mask and carrying your own source of oxygen
• Enjoy working outdoors the majority of the time in varied weather conditions

Additional Information

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhausted list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.