Class A or B CDL Operator

Clearsite Industrial Services; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

401K

Company-paid Life & AD&D Insurance

Competitive hourly wage

Job summary

Clearsite Industrial is seeking a Vacuum Truck Operator to support hydrovac and vacuum excavation work in the Philadelphia region. You will operate vacuum trucks and related equipment, perform inspections, and ensure safety policies are followed on site.

Role emphasizes adherence to OSHA guidelines, routine maintenance, and DOT-compliant operations while traveling as needed for projects. Competitive hourly pay and full benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience with OSHA-aligned safety procedures on industrial sites.
• Valid CDL Class A or B with tank endorsement.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work outdoors in all weather.
• Experience operating vacuum-related/industrial equipment is a plus.
• Willingness to travel with overnight stays.

Responsibilities

• Operate vacuum and hydroblasting equipment and high-pressure pumps at customer sites.
• Serve as safety representative, ensuring policy compliance and emergency procedures.
• Load, transport, and unload materials safely on job sites.
• Complete pre- and post-trip inspections and maintain driver logs.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment and inspect surfaces for specs.
• Escort and follow DOT and vehicle policies during operations.

Skills

OSHA safety procedures

Operate heavy equipment

CDL class A/B with tank endorsement

Lift 50+ lbs

Overnight travel

Outdoor weather work

Job description

Clearsite Industrial is a leader in hydrovac and vacuum excavation services, recognized for its commitment to safety, efficiency, and experienced personnel. Based in Allentown, Pennsylvania, our team operates a fleet of advanced vacuum trucks to deliver safe solutions for a variety of industrial and environmental projects. As a Vacuum Truck Operator, you will play a vital role in ensuring projects are executed safely and efficiently, while upholding our reputation for quality and compliance.
Key responsibilities include:

• Operate heavy and light industrial cleaning equipment at customer sites, including vacuum and hydroblasting equipment and ultra high-pressure pumps.
• Serve as a safety representative, ensuring compliance with company and customer safety policies, OSHA guidelines, and emergency response procedures.
• Energize and operate pumping, hydroblasting, chemical cleaning, vacuum truck, and cutting equipment used on jobs.
• Inspect cleaned surfaces to confirm conformance with company and customer specifications.
• Perform routine maintenance on equipment used on the job.
• Perform duties associated with liquid vacs, air machines, and jet rodders.
• Safely load, transport, and unload materials.
• Complete pre- and post-trip inspections, maintain driver logs, and comply with DOT and vehicle policies.

Required Qualifications:

• Ability to operate vehicles with both automatic and manual transmissions
• Experience working under OSHA-aligned safety procedures and emergency response procedures on industrial job sites
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs
• Ability to perform confined space entry (CSE)
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• CDL Class A or B with tank endorsement
• Ability to travel with expected overnight travel during the week

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience operating vacuum trucks or similar vacuum excavation/industrial vacuum equipment
• Experience operating tanker trucks or roll-off trucks
• Valid Real ID driver’s license
• Air brake endorsement
• TWIC card

• Competitive base salary of $30–$35 per hour.
• Health, dental and vision insurance.
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401K
• 100% company-paid Life & AD&D Insurance