Driver - Vac Truck Services

GFL Environmental Inc.; Michigan; On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

3 weeks PTO annually

4 medical plan options including an HS

401(k) with an employer match

Paid holidays

Employee Assistance Program with free/

Job summary

GFL Environmental Inc. in Michigan is seeking a Vacuum Truck Operator to join our Vacuum Truck Services team and deliver hydro excavating, line flushing, water hauling and related work safely and professionally.

You will operate vacuum equipment, complete pre-trips and logs, maintain documentation, and support environmental compliance while representing GFL to clients. CDL A with tanker endorsement and 1–2 years of relevant experience are required.

Qualifications

• Valid CDL A with clean driving record.
• MUST have tanker endorsement.
• Must be able to operate manual transmission without restriction.
• 1-2 years Industrial vacuum truck and/or hydro-excavating experience.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills.
• Safety-focused attitude with experience working in an industrial setting.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate vacuum equipment in an industrial setting.
• Follow company policies and procedures as well as various on-site requirements.
• Provide exceptional service to all clients and professionally represent GFL.
• Complete daily equipment pre-trips and driver logs required for compliance.
• Maintain detailed and accurate company documentation to accompany work performed.
• Demonstrate a commitment to environmental compliance.
• Participate in safety programs such as safety meetings, near miss reporting and job hazard assessments.
• Work independently while managing time and productivity and communicate effectively.
• Willing to accept after hour calls when necessary
• Some short-term travel and overnight may be required.

Skills

Customer service

Safety awareness

Effective communication

Time management

Job description

The Vacuum Truck Operator will work with the Vacuum Truck Services team to provide exceptional service to our clients. Services provided include (but are not limited to): hydro excavating, confined space entry, spill cleanup, line flushing, power washing, water hauling, and loading and hauling of various fluids/ material. The chosen individual will perform this diverse range of activities with a focus on safety, professionalism and teamwork. Must have CDL A and tanker endorsement to be considered.

At GFL our goal is to invest in our people and provide opportunities to grow for life!
Our employees are affectionately known as team green, a name that unites us all under our shared purpose of providing sustainable solutions to enable our customers and communities to be GREEN FOR LIFE!

• 3 weeks PTO annually

• 4 medical plan options including an HSA with employer contribution & match program, dental, and vision coverage.

• 401(k) with an employer match

• Paid holidays

• Employee Assistance Program with free counseling services and more!

Key Responsibilities

• Safely operate vacuum equipment in an industrial setting.
• Follow company policies and procedures as well as various on-site requirements.
• Provide exceptional service to all clients and professionally represent GFL.
• Complete daily equipment pre-trips and driver logs required for compliance.
• Maintain detailed and accurate company documentation to accompany work performed.
• Demonstrate a commitment to environmental compliance.
• Participate in safety programs such as safety meetings, near miss reporting and job hazard assessments.
• Work independently while managing time and productivity and communicate effectively.
• Willing to accept after hour calls when necessary
• Some short-term travel and overnight may be required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies

• Valid CDL A with clean driving record.
• MUST have tanker endorsement.
• Must be able to operate manual transmission without restriction.
• 1-2 years Industrial vacuum truck and/or hydro-excavating experience.
• Exceptional customer service and communication skills
• Safety-focused attitude with experience working in an industrial setting
• Knowledge to perform minor maintenance on units to maintain efficient operation
• Possesses cleanliness and organizational skills
• Must be in good health and physical condition to perform duties assigned
• Valid safety tickets such as First Aid/CPR, Construction Safety Training (CSTS), Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) and H2S Alive are considered an asset

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