Vac Truck Helper

Mannik Smith Group; Bossier City (LA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

Atakapa Services, LLC. (A Waggoner Company) is seeking a Vac Truck Helper in Bossier City, LA to operate and maintain vacuum trucks, assisting the operator and ensuring safe material disposal. The role emphasizes teamwork, safety adherence, and the ability to travel as needed for on-site jobs.

You will help with inspections, documentation, and coordination with clients, supporting emergency response duties for spills or disasters as required. Competitive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Experience assisting with vacuum trucks or similar equipment is a plus but not required.
• Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures.
• Ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively.
• Must be willing to travel for jobs that require multiple days on location.
• Class A or B CDL with appropriate endorsements is a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Assist Operator of Vacuum Trucks: Safely assist the vacuum truck operator to collect, transport, and dispose of industrial waste, liquids, sludge, and other materials.
• Maintenance and Inspection: Conduct routine maintenance checks on vacuum trucks to ensure proper functioning; perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Compliance and Documentation: Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations; maintain records and documentation for each job and material disposal.
• Communication: Coordinate with team members, supervisors, and clients to plan tasks and report issues promptly.
• Emergency Response: Act as part of the emergency response team for spills or accidents, including hurricane/disaster scenarios.

Skills

Vacuum trucks experience

Safety regulations

Teamwork

Travel readiness

CDL (Class A/B)

Job description

Vac Truck Helper

Department: Civil/Environmental

Employment Type: Full Time

Location: Bossier City, LA

Reporting To: Ryan Sweeney

Compensation: $16.00 - $21.00 / hour

Description

Atakapa Services, LLC. (A Waggoner Company) is hiring a Vac Truck Helper in Bossier City, LA.

Atakapa Services specializes in evaluating, maintaining and designing rehabilitation methods for sanitary sewer and storm drain infrastructure. We work with municipalities, wastewater utility contractors and engineering firms to inspect, clean, and rehabilitate their underground wastewater and drainage infrastructure. We provide a comprehensive range of services and reports to help our clients address the most complex sewer and storm drain operation and maintenance problems.

Responsibilities

As a Vac Truck Helper at Atakapa Services, you will play a crucial role in our operations by operating and maintaining vacuum trucks to ensure the safe and efficient removal of various materials. Your responsibilities will include but are not limited to:

1. Assist Operator of Vacuum Trucks:
   • Safely assist the vacuum truck operator to collect, transport, and dispose of industrial waste, liquids, sludge, and other materials
   • Adhere to all safety guidelines and procedures during the operation of equipment
2. Maintenance and Inspection:
   • Conduct routine maintenance checks on vacuum trucks to ensure proper functioning
   • Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections to identify and address any issues promptly
3. Compliance and Documentation:
   • Ensure compliance with environmental, health, and safety regulations
   • Maintain accurate records and documentation related to each job and material disposal
4. Communication:
   • Collaborate with team members, supervisors, and clients to coordinate job tasks effectively
   • Communicate any issues or concerns related to equipment or job site conditions promptly
5. Emergency Response:
   • Act as part of the emergency response team in case of spills or accidents, following established protocols
   • Disaster response such as hurricanes

Qualifications

• Experience assisting with vacuum trucks or similar equipment is a plus but not required
• Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures
• Ability to work in a team environment and communicate effectively
• Must be willing to travel for jobs that require multiple days on location
• Class A or B Commercial Driver's License (CDL) with appropriate endorsements is a plus but not required

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
• Comfortable working in various weather conditions.
• Good physical fitness and stamina.

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off and holidays

Benefits

We know work isn't only about what you do, it's also about who you work for and with! Waggoner Engineering provides a fun, family-friendly, and multicultural work environment that supports a work life balance, including:

• WEI Incentive Program
• Healthy Workplace Program
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Competitive Health Benefits
• Career Development and Training
• Flexible/Hybrid Schedule
• Community Service Opportunities
• Worldwide Travel Assistance

Waggoner Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.