Class 1 Operator, Industrial Services

Kibbi Technologies Inc.; Netherlands; On-site; EUR 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision plans

Job summary

GFL Environmental is seeking a Class 1 Operator to safely drive tandem vacuum trucks across refineries, industrial sites, and ports. You will load and unload materials, perform pre-trip inspections, and maintain logs.

The role requires a Class 1 license, manual transmission, and air brake; expect nights, weekends, and overtime. Use Geotab e-log system and participate in safety training. Medical, dental, and vision plans are provided.

Qualifications

• A valid Class 1 license is required.
• Pre-employment D&A testing must be passed.
• Manual dexterity and ability to lift/pull 50+ lbs.
• Out-of-town rotations and overtime may be required.
• Geotab electronic log system is used for logs.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate vacuum and pressure equipment, including pumps, hoses, booms, and valves.
• Load, transport, and unload hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and routine maintenance.
• Conduct manual tasks such as hose handling and tank cleaning.
• Maintain accurate driver logs, load manifests, and TDG/OHS documentation.
• Communicate effectively with customers, dispatch, and supervisors.

Skills

Class 1 license

Manual transmission

Air brake

D&A testing

Geotab e-log system

Tools

Geotab electronic log system

Job description

A Class 1 Operator is responsible for safely driving and operating tandem axle vacuum trucks. They work in various environments, including refineries, industrial sites, marine ports and for environmental emergency responses. Operators also provide feedback to supervisors regarding customer problems, mechanical problems, or delivery problems. They will also occasionally take part in mentoring/training others to operate the equipment.

Key Responsibilities

• Equipment Operation: Safely operate vacuum & pressure equipment, including managing vacuum pumps, hoses, booms, and valves.
• Fluid Handling: Load, transport, and unload non-hazardous and hazardous materials, such as fuel oils, drilling fluids, sludge, sewage, and wastewater.
• Equipment Maintenance & Safety: Perform pre- and post-trip inspections, conduct routine maintenance (e.g., greasing, fluid checks, top-up spill & first aid supplies), and ensure all safety protocols are followed.
• Labor-Intensive Tasks: Perform manual labor such as dragging hoses, pressure cleaning tanks, working in confined space, climbing, crouching and kneeling.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate, legible, and timely documentation, including driver logs (ELD), load manifests, TDG, OHS, work orders and ensure compliance with applicable Acts and regulations.
• Communication: Communicate effectively with the public, customers, and co-workers both verbally and in written form. Professionally represent the company and communicate with site dispatch and supervisors.

Requirements

• A valid Class 1 license, manual transmission, air brake
• Pass pre-employment D&A testing
• Manual dexterity, ability to lift/push/pull 50+ lbs hoses required.
• Out of town, rotation and overtime work as required.
• Required to use Geotab electronic log system
• Out of town, rotation and overtime work as required.
• Required to use Geotab electronic log system
• Often requires working long hours, including nights, weekends, and on-call for emergency response situations. On call schedule in effect on a weekly basis.

Assets

• H2S Alive, First Aid/CPR, Confined Space Entry and TDG (Transportation of Dangerous Goods).
• Strong mechanical aptitude with ability to perform routine vehicle maintenance.
• Demonstrated organizational skills with strong oral and written communication abilities.
• Exceptional organizational abilities with task prioritization, multi-tasking, use of timelines and time management techniques.
• Perform tank cleaning tasks.
• Strong work ethic. High level of personal integrity.
• Professional/mature demeanor under stressful situations.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Confident, consistent and decisive personality.
• Will be required to work outdoors in all conditions
• Ability to handle emergency situations: If faced with unpredictable issues, such as a hazardous materials spill, vacuum truck operators must be able to stay calm and respond to the situation quickly.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision plans

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