CDL Operator - Industrial Cleaning & Vacuum/Hydroblasting

Action; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Action Environmental is a full-service environmental and industrial services contractor. The Equipment Operator is responsible for safely operating commercial motor vehicles and specialized industrial cleaning equipment at customer facilities, requiring a CDL and the ability to handle vacuum trucks, hydroblasting equipment, and other heavy gear while maintaining high safety and service standards.

Work is conducted in industrial environments such as refineries, chemical plants, power plants, and

Qualifications

• Valid Class A or B CDL with acceptable driving record.
• Must meet DOT physical qualification requirements.
• Ability to pass DOT drug screening.
• Minimum 1 year of commercial driving experience preferred.
• Willingness to travel overnight.
• Overtime, weekends, holidays, and on-call schedules may be required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate Class A or B commercial vehicles in DOT-compliant manner.
• Transport equipment, tools, and materials to job sites.
• Operate industrial cleaning equipment (vacuum trucks, hydroblasting, combination vacuum/hydro excavation trucks, roll-off trucks, high-pressure water blasting).
• Perform industrial cleaning services (tank cleaning, hydro excavation, vacuum loading, line flushing, high-pressure water blasting, confined space cleaning, spill response support).
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and complete required DOT documentation.
• Inspect equipment before, during, and after each job to ensure safe operation.
• Load, secure, transport, and unload equipment safely.
• Follow OSHA, EPA, DOT, and company safety regulations; wear PPE.
• Assist with equipment setup, breakdown, maintenance, and cleanup.
• Communicate effectively with supervisors, customers, and team members.
• Respond to emergency response projects, including nights, weekends, and holidays when required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Strong work ethic

Safety focused

Willing to travel

Overtime availability

Physical stamina

Team communication

Job description

Action Environmental is a full-service environmental and industrial services contractor. The Equipment Operator is responsible for safely operating commercial motor vehicles and specialized industrial cleaning equipment at customer facilities, requiring a CDL and the ability to handle vacuum trucks, hydroblasting equipment, and other heavy gear while maintaining high safety and service standards.

Work is conducted in industrial environments such as refineries, chemical plants, power plants, and