CDL Laborer

Vortex Companies - Trenchless Infrastructure Solutions; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

401K retirement plan

Income protection insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Vortex Companies, LLC is hiring CDL Technicians to support inspections, cleaning, repairs, and rehabilitation of sewer and storm water pipes. The role involves manual labor, operating equipment, and entering underground structures in a safety-first, team-oriented environment.

The position requires a Class A/B vehicle background, a tanker endorsement or willingness to obtain one, and the ability to learn other equipment while passing pre-employment checks. Full-time with shift flexibility.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience operating a Class A or B vehicle, preferably a Vac Truck.
• Tanker endorsement required or willing to obtain.
• Ability and/or willingness to learn and operate other company equipment.
• Must pass pre-employment drug test, DOT physical, and background requirements.

Responsibilities

• Manual labor tasks (lifting, carrying, dragging or pulling material).
• Equipment driving and operation.
• Entry into manholes and underground structures.
• Pump watch and operation.

Skills

Truck operation

Tanker endorsement

Other equipment operation

Drug test/DOT physical/background

Job description

Want to be part of one of the country’s fastest growing infrastructure businesses? The Vortex Companies, LLC delivers cutting edge trenchless technologies and turnkey services to make the world’s water cleaner and we’re growing every day! We think BIG about solving the world’s toughest challenges in failing water, sewer and industrial infrastructure.

At Vortex, you will be surrounded with a culture that puts your safety first in all we do. If you like a fast-paced environment, a team structure that provides support, training, and development.

Our Drivers are working drivers. When not operating a CDL vehicle, the role of the CDL Technician is to work effectively with supervisors and all members of the crew to ensure successful inspections, cleaning, repairs, and rehabilitation of sewer and storm water pipes.

Responsibilities

• Manual labor tasks (lifting, carrying, dragging or pulling material, etc.)
• Equipment driving and operation.
• Entry into manhole and underground structures.
• Pump watch and operation.

Qualifications/Skills Required

• Preferred 3-5 years of experience operating a Class A or B Vehicle, preferably a Vac Truck.
• Tanker endorsement required or willing to obtain.
• Must also have the ability and/or willingness to learn and operate other company equipment.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment drug test, D.O.T. physical and meet background requirements.

Physical Demands

• Ability to perform physically demanding work for 8+ hours a day, including prolonged standing and walking, bending, and twisting.
• Ability to enter confined spaces.
• Ability to lift and move 50 lbs.
• Able to work in various weather conditions.
• Able to wear required PPE, i.e., hard hats, safety vest, work boots, and/or safety glasses/goggles while working as required by the job.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work: This is a full-time, non-exempt position. Days and hours of work are typically Monday through Friday and can include shift work, weekends, evenings, holidays - flexibility is required as job duties demand.

Salary Range

• $23.00- $33.00, depending on position qualifications, job related skills and experience, education, certifications, and geographic location.

Benefits - we offer a competitive total compensation package including health, vision, and dental insurance, 401K retirement plan, income protection insurance, off the job accident insurance, PTO and more!

Vortex Companies, LLC and all of its subsidiaries, considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, or sexual orientation. All applicants will be considered solely on the basis of their qualifications. We are a fair chance employer.