Driver - 6

Cardinal Civil Contracting; Denver (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Cardinal Civil Contracting in Denver, NC is seeking a Vac Truck Driver & Operator to drive daily routes, operate vacuum trucks and perform hydro excavation with a strong emphasis on safety. Responsibilities include cleaning storm and sanitary lines, inspecting the truck, performing maintenance, and disposing of collected material at dump sites while following OSHA/DOT policies.

CDL with tanker endorsement and air brakes is required, plus prior vacuum-truck experience and a clean driving record;

Qualifications

• CDL with tanker endorsement and air brakes required.
• Prior vacuum truck/vacuum trailer experience required.
• Clean driving record required.
• Occasional Saturday work availability.

Responsibilities

• Driving and operating the vacuum truck safely and efficiently throughout the workday.
• Travel from shop to job sites daily and perform hydro excavation and cleaning of storm and sanitary lines.
• Clean manholes, catch basins, and perform routine PM maintenance on truck and equipment.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and complete inspection reports.
• Follow OSHA, DOT, and company safety policies.
• Transport collected material to the dump site and dispose properly.
• Wear and maintain required PPE and care for tools and equipment.
• Work outdoors in all weather and near construction sites.

Skills

CDL with tanker endorsement

Air brakes

Vacuum truck operation experience

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: Denver, NC 28037

Vac Truck Driver & Operator Responsibilities

This position is both a driving and physically demanding position: This role combines commercial driving with specialized equipment operation and requires a strong focus on safety and environmental compliance

• Duties include driving and operating the vacuum truck throughout the workday safely and efficiently: Requires driving from the shop to job sites daily, flushing and cleaning storm and sanitary sewer lines, primarily on new, unused pipelines not in service yet
• Perform hydro excavation, pipeline cleaning, catch basin cleaning and manhole cleaning: Cleaning may occasionally be performed on an active sewer service or main for warranty or emergency work
• Daily duties include lifting manhole covers and storm grates to access structures for cleaning
• Hydro excavation (potholing) is done occasionally as well
• Conduct pre-trip and post trip vehicle and equipment inspections
• Complete daily vehicle and equipment inspection reports
• Follow OSHA, DOT and company safety policies
• Perform routine PM maintenance, cleaning and minor repairs on truck and equipment
• Wear and maintain required PPE
• Transport collected material to the dump location and dispose
• Properly care for all tools and equipment

Position Requirements Include

• Valid CDL with tanker endorsement and air brakes is required
• Prior experience operating vacuum trucks/vacuum trailers is required
• Clean driving record is required
• Occasional Saturday work availability

Physical Requirements Include

• Lift 50 – 75 lbs. regularly
• Enter/Exit truck frequently
• Work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Bend, kneel, squat for extended periods
• Work in and around traffic and on construction sites
• Work in confined spaces