Vac Truck Driver and UCO Service Technician

Northern Gulf Services; Mandeville (LA); Presencial; USD 30.000 - 39.000; Jornada completa

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Bonus based on performance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Descripción de la vacante

Northern Gulf Services is seeking a hands-on Vacuum Truck Driver/Field Technician to safely collect used cooking oil from restaurants and operate on-site pump systems. You will drive a vacuum/tanker truck, perform inspections, and maintain equipment while ensuring safety and regulatory compliance.

This dual-role position combines driving with on-site mechanical work, including installation and troubleshooting of pump systems and related infrastructure, with responsibilities for documentation and

Formación

• CDL Class A license with tanker endorsement required.
• TWIC card required.
• Experience in waste collection preferred.

Responsabilidades

• Safely operate a Class A CDL vacuum/tanker truck to collect UCO from customer locations.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and log duties per safety regulations.
• Pump, load, and transport UCO; document volumes and issues.
• Install, replace, and troubleshoot pump systems and related equipment.
• Assist with delivery/swapping bins or tanks and basic repairs.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness and complete required paperwork.

Conocimientos

CDL Class A License

Tanker Endorsement

TWIC Card

One year of Class A driving experience

1-3 years waste collection experience

Basic maintenance / mechanical Apt.

Descripción del empleo

Benefits

• Bonus based on performance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

About Northern Gulf Services

Northern Gulf is a renewable fuel logistics and distribution company, focused on aggregating, separating and selling used-cooking oil (UCO) along the Gulf coast. The company seeks to make a positive impact on the local community and environment. Our business places collection bins at customer locations to collect UCO and grease from cooking and food production operations. Representative customers include: restaurants, stadiums, institutions and food manufacturing facilities.

Job description

This dual-role position involves safely operating a vacuum (vac) truck to collect used cooking oil (UCO) from restaurants, commercial kitchens, and related businesses, plus installing, replacing, and maintaining on-site pump systems and extraction equipment for UCO collection. You will handle both driving/collection routes and hands-on mechanical work on pump systems, tanks, hoses, and related infrastructure.

QUALIFICATIONS

• CDL Class A License (required)
• Tanker Endorsement
• TWIC Card
• One year of Class A driving experience (Preferred)
• 1 - 3 years of experience in a waste collection role (Preferred)
• Basic maintenance / mechanical aptitude (Preferred)

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safely operate a Class A CDL vacuum/tanker truck (PTO-driven pumps and hoses) to collect UCO from outdoor bins, indoor tanks, or pump systems at customer locations.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections, complete driver logs/DVIR, and comply with all DOT, FMCSA, and company safety regulations.
• Pump, load, and transport UCO; clean and maintain collection containers/tanks; secure equipment; and document volumes, conditions, and any issues.
• Install, replace, retrofit, and troubleshoot pump systems, piping, hoses, valves, controls, and related equipment for extracting UCO from businesses.
• Assist with or perform related tasks such as delivering/swapping bins or tanks, basic mechanical repairs, system priming/testing, and training customer staff on safe operation.
• Maintain vehicle and equipment cleanliness and perform basic upkeep.
• Provide professional customer service, report incidents or equipment problems promptly, and complete required paperwork/route documentation.
• Follow all environmental, spill-prevention, and safety protocols.

BENEFITS

• Hourly schedule, consistent work
• Hourly pay with overtime
• Adequate tools and equipment
• Opportunity for upward mobility
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time off
• Affordable medical & dental insurance

SCHEDULE

• For training on the procedures and vehicles Monday thru Friday for approximately 2-3 weeks
• After training is complete the schedule will be Wednesday thru Sunday