CDL Equipment Operator - Refinery

Bay West Llc; Northern (KY); Ibrido; USD 41.000 - 55.000; Tempo pieno

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Paid time off

Health insurance options

401(k)

Employee assistance programs

Descrizione del lavoro

Bay West is seeking a CDL Driver / Equipment Operator to join our team at the refinery site in Saint Paul, Minnesota. This hands-on role involves operating vacuum trucks and related equipment, performing inspections, and supporting maintenance and turnaround projects.

You will participate in safety meetings, maintain logs, and interact with customers while adhering to DOT and company safety programs. The position requires flexibility for shift work, travel to sites, and on-call duties as needed.

Competenze

• High school diploma or GED or 5–7 years of related experience.
• CDL Class A or B required.
• Active 40-hour HAZWOPER certificate helpful but provided to right candidate.
• TWIC card or ability to obtain one.
• Basic computer skills and ability to travel.
• Willingness to work days, nights, weekends, overtime and extended refinery outages.

Mansioni

• Travel to job sites and operate vacuum trucks, roll-off trucks, and other company equipment.
• Safely operate specialized industrial equipment including liquid vacuum trucks and hydro excavation gear.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report deficiencies daily.
• Conduct routine equipment maintenance and housekeeping tasks.
• Label and manifest shipments per DOT regulations and company policies.
• Interact with customers and provide superior customer service at all times.
• Maintain certifications per DOT, OSHA, and safety programs.
• Participate in pre-job safety meetings and JSAs and follow site safety rules.
• Assist field crews with setup, execution, and breakdown of equipment.
• Perform hazardous waste operations and ensure proper cleanup.
• Develop summaries, generate logs, and document fieldwork.

Conoscenze

CDL Driving

HazWoper Certification

Safety awareness

Customer service

Travel readiness

Formazione

High school diploma or GED

Descrizione del lavoro

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CDL Equipment Operator - Refinery

Full Time Technical Saint Paul, MN, US

5 days ago Requisition ID: 1505

Salary Range: $30.00 To $40.00 Hourly

Who We Are

Quality Work. Quality Results.

Bay West stands at the forefront of the environmental consulting and remediation sector. Our dedication to safety, innovation, and our skilled team has driven us for over fifty years, delivering top-tier environmental consulting, industrial, and emergency response services. At Bay West, you'll be driven to innovate and make a real impact on environmental issues, all while advancing your career in a dynamic and supportive environment.

This Opportunity

Bay West is seeking a CDL Driver / Equipment Operator to join our team! In this role, you'll operate specialized equipment, conduct hazardous waste cleanup, and provide top-tier service to our clients. You'll have opportunities for career growth and the chance to work in dynamic environments across various job sites.

This position will support daily operations at an active refinery, including routine maintenance work, planned outages, and turnaround projects. You will be responsible for safely operating commercial vehicles and specialized industrial equipment such as liquid vacuum trucks, guzzlers, hydro excavators, liquid ring units, combo trucks, and other refinery support equipment.

This is a hands-on position and is not limited to driving responsibilities. Team members are expected to actively participate in field operations, including equipment setup and breakdown, tank cleaning, hydroexcavation, vacuum services, maintenance support, and other industrial services work as needed.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Travel to job sites and operate vacuum trucks, roll-off trucks, and other company equipment and vehicles
• Safely operate specialized industrial equipment including liquid vacuum trucks, guzzlers, hydro excavators, liquid ring units, and combo trucks
• Accurately perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and report deficiencies daily
• Perform routine equipment maintenance, fluid checks, housekeeping, and report maintenance needs
• Label and manifest shipments in accordance with DOT regulations and company policies
• Interact with customers and provide superior customer service during all activities
• Maintain all required certifications required by DOT, OSHA, and company safety programs
• Maintain and protect all equipment in excellent condition
• Participate in pre-job safety meetings, JSAs, and comply with all site-specific safety requirements
• Assist field crews with project setup, execution, and equipment breakdown
• Conduct hazardous waste operations and clean-up activities
• Develop summaries, generate photographic logs, and input fieldwork documentation
• Communicate effectively with leadership, team members, customers, and other contractors
• Maintain daily logs, paperwork, and operational documentation
• Perform any other tasks assigned to support and improve overall team operations
• Operate and troubleshoot routinely used tools and equipment
• Actively participate on the Emergency Response (ER) team, including one week of being on-call 24/7 every six to eight weeks

Who You Are

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED or 5-7 years of related experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A or B required
• Active 40-hour HAZWOPER Certificate helpful but will be provided to the right candidate
• TWIC card or ability to obtain one
• Basic computer skills, including Microsoft Office and email communication
• Ability to travel as needed
• Ability to work days, nights, weekends, overtime, and extended schedules during refinery outages and turnarounds
• Possess or have access to reliable means of transportation on a 24-hour basis
• Willingness and ability to participate in work beyond driving responsibilities
• Ability to pass refinery-specific background checks and site access requirements
• Strong safety record and commitment to safe work practices
• Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous refinery, petrochemical, industrial plant, or similar heavy industrial experience
• Experience operating liquid vacuum trucks, guzzlers, hydro excavators, combo trucks, and related equipment
• Turnaround and outage project experience
• Tank cleaning experience
• Experience using vacuum trucks with hazardous materials
• Lockout/Tagout (LOTO) experience
• Experience operating yellow iron equipment
• Experience operating construction equipment such as excavators, loaders, and skid steers
• Ability to operate manual transmission CDL vehicles
• Ability to support additional Industrial Services projects as needed

Physical Requirements

• Ability to function in work environments that may include high heat, high humidity, extreme cold, roadway traffic hazards, refinery operations, and inclement weather
• Ability to work in fast-paced, high-pressure industrial environments
• Occasional work wearing a respirator; infrequent work requiring supplied air, self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), and fully encapsulated protective suits
• Adequate vision and hearing to safely see teammates, signals, and hear warning communications in low-light conditions
• Substantial repetitive movements of the wrists, hands, and fingers including reaching, grasping, twisting, pushing, and pulling
• Frequent walking on uneven surfaces
• Climbing stairs, ladders, and elevated work areas
• Semi-frequent crouching, bending, stooping, and twisting, occasionally in tight spaces
• Sitting in a vehicle for up to three hours at a time
• Working while standing during a 12-hour workday
• Frequently lifting up to 10 pounds over an 8-hour period and occasionally up to 50 pounds over a four-hour period
• Occasionally lifting 3-6" diameter hoses weighing approximately 20 pounds onto hose racks
• Managing a 55-gallon drum containing approximately 400 pounds of material using proper equipment and procedures
• Ability to work extended shifts during refinery outages and turnaround projects

Bay West offers a comprehensive benefits package available to eligible employees, including but not limited to paid time off, health insurance options, ancillary benefits to support life at all stages, 401(k), employee assistance programs, and subsidies.

Bay West is an Equal Opportunity Employer.