Field Operations Lead – Vactor & Water Systems

Fleis & VandenBrink; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

FVOP is a growing, employee-owned company serving municipal water and wastewater systems. The Field Operations Supervisor role blends hands-on field work with supervision to ensure safe, efficient job completion.

Based in Grand Rapids, MI, the position requires CDL and 3+ years in heavy equipment operations, with 2+ years in leadership. You will manage daily/weekly schedules, supervise crews, coordinate maintenance, and ensure regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Must have high school diploma or GED; higher degree preferred.
• CDL Class B (or A) preferred or obtainable within 3 months.
• 3+ years operating vactor/sewer trucks or similar heavy equipment.
• 2+ years in a lead or supervisory role preferred.
• Knowledge of sewer/storm systems, hydro-excavation, and confined space procedures.
• Willingness to work on-call/emergency shifts, nights, or weekends.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage daily/weekly schedules for vactor truck, sewer camera, and bypass pumping operations.
• Operate and supervise vactor/combination sewer trucks for hydro-jetting and line cleaning.
• Operate and supervise sewer camera equipment to inspect lines.
• Supervise bypass pumping activities and coordinate maintenance.
• Maintain accurate records of work orders and service completion.
• Schedule and track routine vehicle/equipment maintenance and inspections.
• Communicate with clients and internal stakeholders regarding job status and scheduling.
• Perform safe and efficient water and wastewater operations as needed.

Skills

Scheduling

Supervisory experience

Safety minded

Driver's license

Education

High school diploma or GED

Associate or bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

FVOP is a growing, employee-owned company serving municipal water and wastewater systems. The Field Operations Supervisor role blends hands-on field work with supervision to ensure safe, efficient job completion.

Based in Grand Rapids, MI, the position requires CDL and 3+ years in heavy equipment operations, with 2+ years in leadership. You will manage daily/weekly schedules, supervise crews, coordinate maintenance, and ensure regulatory compliance.