Stormwater Vacuum Truck Operator - Field Crew

St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners; Saint Augustine (FL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

FRS retirement system participation

14 paid holidays per year

2 weeks vacation

2 weeks sick time

Uniforms and PPE provided

Boot allowance

Training and certifications provided

Job summary

St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified Vacuum Truck Operators to join our Road & Bridge Division in St. Augustine, FL. The role involves operating high-capacity vacuum/jetting equipment to maintain stormwater drainage systems and assist with road maintenance.

Requirements include a high school diploma, 2+ years of relevant experience, and a valid Florida CDL-B with N-tanker endorsement. Training and PPE are provided by the division.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience operating vacuum trucks or related heavy equipment.
• Valid Florida Commercial Driver's License class B with N-tanker endorsement.
• Ability to safely operate vacuum truck in field conditions (confined spaces, high traffic, adverse weather).
• Good communication skills and ability to follow supervisor direction.

Responsibilities

• Follows safety guidelines and installs safe work zones; flags traffic.
• Operates a vacuum truck to clean piped storm drainage systems.
• Inspects and maintains vacuum truck.
• Assists supervisors in scheduling maintenance.
• Performs manual labor associated with road and drainage maintenance.
• Operates dump truck and related equipment.
• Attends safety, administrative, and training classes.
• Responds to after-hours emergencies.
• Maintains a full-time presence on the job.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English language

Safety awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Vac-Con or similar vacuum unit

Job description

St. Johns County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified Vacuum Truck Operators to join our Road & Bridge Division in St. Augustine, FL. The role involves operating high-capacity vacuum/jetting equipment to maintain stormwater drainage systems and assist with road maintenance.

Requirements include a high school diploma, 2+ years of relevant experience, and a valid Florida CDL-B with N-tanker endorsement. Training and PPE are provided by the division.