Equipment Operator - Heavy (Wastewater)

City of Orlando Careers; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 27,428 - 34,963; Full time

Job summary

A municipal service provider in Orlando is seeking a skilled individual for a Wastewater Vactor Truck position. Responsibilities include operating and maintaining complex wastewater equipment under varying conditions. Candidates must have a high school diploma, two years of relevant experience, and a commercial driver’s license. This role involves responding to sewer backups and potential hazardous environments while ensuring proper safety protocols are followed. Competitive hourly wages are offered based on experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma/GED; two years of experience in operating relevant equipment.
• Florida Commercial Driver's License Class B required prior to employment.
• Experience with High Velocity Cleaner and CCTV truck preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate and maintain assigned wastewater equipment safely.
• Assist with cleaning sewer main lines in inspections.
• Respond to sewer backups and wastewater overflows.

Skills

Operation of assigned equipment

Read and write instructions

Experience with High Velocity Cleaner

Education

High school diploma/GED

Florida Commercial Driver's License Class B

Tools

Excavator

Tractor Loader-Backhoe

High Velocity Cleaner

Dump Truck

Job description

Overview

Salary Range: $19.91-$25.38

Job Posting End Date: Applications will no longer be accepted starting 02-13-2026

Job Summary

WASTEWATER - VACTOR TRUCK: Performs tasks of more than average difficulty involving the safe operation and routine maintenance of assigned equipment. The employee will perform semi-skilled work in maintenance of the wastewater collection system and serve as a lead in the operation of the vactor truck and/or tanker truck. Tasks, at times, are performed under hazardous conditions and employees are expected to be particularly alert and careful. Under general supervision, employees are required to exercise initiative and independent judgment in completing assigned tasks. Work is reviewed while in progress and upon completion by observation and through results obtained. The employee may be required periodically to assist the CCTV crew in cleaning sewer main lines in preparation for inspections; also the employee will be required to assist on sewer backups and wastewater overflows. Lastly, the employee may be required to work at night and work in adverse weather conditions.

Minimum Qualifications

High school diploma/GED; two (2) years of experience in the operation of assigned equipment listed below; or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience. Must be able to read, write, and follow instructions. Florida Commercial Driver's License Class B required prior to employment. Position requires a tanker endorsement permit prior to employment. Position requires passing an annual respirator physical; no facial hair allowed between the face and sealing surface of the respirator. Experience with High Velocity Cleaner with Sewer Vacuum Trailer and CCTV truck preferred.

GOAA Secure Area Access I. D. badge within ninety (90) days of hire required.

Equipment/Skills

• Excavator
• Tractor Loader-Backhoe, Large
• High Velocity Cleaner with Sewer Vacuum Trailer
• Large Draglines
• Truck Crane
• Well Drilling Rig
• Bulldozer
• Fifth Wheel Tractor Truck w/Lowboy Transport Trailer
• Motor Grader
• Fifth Wheel Tractor Truck w/Sludge Trailer, 15 cubic yards
• Accessory Equipment- Sludge Press Equipment
• Sweeper, Street
• Bucket Machine, Hydraulic
• Front End Loader, over 3 cubic yards
• Dump Truck (17 cubic yards) with attached trailer with skid loader (GVW rating of 81,500 lbs.)
• 3rd Axle Dump Truck
• Concrete Transit Mixer

Definition

Complex, large equipment that normally requires formal and/or extensive training averaging three (3) months. Equipment is normally transported or operated on public roadways sometimes requiring a small crew. The consequence of errors can be major in terms of cost or repairs and damage to both public and private property and equipment. There is a chance of major injury to other employees and citizens.

Important: To be eligible to proceed forward in the application process, applicants must meet the minimum qualifications listed in the position description. Please ensure your application provides details of all relevant experience related to the position. If you have questions or need clarification concerning the position or application process, please contact Human Resources at [e-mail] or 407.246.2062.

If this posting indicates a degree is required, the following experience will apply in lieu of any degree as follows:

• Two (2) years of direct experience for an associate degree;
• Four (4) years of direct experience for a bachelor's degree;
• Six (6) years of direct experience for a master's degree; or
• Nine (9) years of direct experience for a doctoral degree.