Sewer Jet-Vac Operator (CDL Enhanced)

City of Savannah; Savannah (GA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plan

Dental plan

Vision plan

Life insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Pension plan

Holidays 12

Job summary

The City of Savannah is hiring for a CDL Enhancement position responsible for operating the sewer Jet-Vac Truck and supporting the sanitary sewer system. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid CDL (Class A or B) with two years of heavy equipment experience.

Responsibilities include operating the Jet-Vac, inspecting and maintaining equipment, performing sewer line cleaning, maps reading, reporting, and responding to customer service requests and sewer breaks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required with two years of heavy equipment operation and maintenance experience.
• Must possess and maintain a valid state commercial driver's license (Class A or B).

Responsibilities

• Operate the Sewer Jet-Vac Truck and assist with operation and maintenance of the sanitary sewer system.
• Jet-Vacuum/Jet truck cleaning of sewer pipelines, manholes, and wetwells.
• Inspect equipment before use to ensure proper operating condition.
• Repair and replace Jet Vac hose; maintain the vacuum truck; daily cleaning and lubrication; debris tank maintenance.
• Operate two-way radio and read sewer maps; write reports (e.g., sewer overflow).
• Respond to sewer service requests and force main breaks; unclog and clear sewer lines.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

CDL A/B

Map reading

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

The City of Savannah is hiring for a CDL Enhancement position responsible for operating the sewer Jet-Vac Truck and supporting the sanitary sewer system. The role requires a high school diploma or GED and a valid CDL (Class A or B) with two years of heavy equipment experience.

Responsibilities include operating the Jet-Vac, inspecting and maintaining equipment, performing sewer line cleaning, maps reading, reporting, and responding to customer service requests and sewer breaks.