Vac Truck Operator

Cruz Construction; Alaska; On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Cruz Construction seeks a Vac Truck Operator in Kenai/Nikiski, Alaska. You will drive and operate vacuum trucks and tanker trailers at various job sites, loading and unloading fluids and delivering materials safely in accordance with safety policies.

Qualified candidates hold a valid Class A CDL with tanker endorsement and vacuum truck experience. The role may require travel and long hours, with supervision from the Operations Manager and adherence to health and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• Familiarity with driving industrial trucks and vacuum truck operations.
• Experience following safety policies and regulations.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Drive and operate liquid vacuum equipment.
• Load fluids and offload fluids from vacuum truck/trailer units.
• Drive/transport fluids to and from job sites.
• Monitor and secure equipment, hoses, and fittings during loading/unloading.
• Obtain permits for oversize loads.
• Assist other shop and operations staff as requested.

Skills

Industrial truck familiarity

Vacuum truck operations

Safety procedures adherence

Independent work

Education

Class A CDL with tanker endorsement

Hilcorp Alaska Kenai G&I Facility Training

Job description

Job Title: Vac Truck Operator

SOC Code: 53-3032

FLSA Classification: Non-exempt

Department/Location: Kenai/Nikiski, Alaska

Reports to: Operations Manager

Status: Full Time, Temporary

EEO-1: Craft Worker

Schedule: Normal hours of operation are Sunday-Saturday, 6:00am – 6:00pm. Days and hours vary based on project schedules, locations, workload and client needs. Remote travel and long hours required as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities: None.

Summary

Responsible to drive and operate vac trucks and tanker trailers at specified job site locations. Operators must adhere to and maintain strict compliance with corporate/office policies and procedures, established health and safety protocols, and all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.

Essential Functions

• Drive and operate liquid vacuum equipment.
• Load fluids and offload fluids from vacuum truck/trailer units.
• Drive/transport fluids to and from job sites.
• Monitor and secure all equipment, hoses, and fittings while loading, unloading and en-route.
• Obtain permits for oversize loads.
• Control movement of heavy equipment through narrow openings or confined spaces.
• Select gear such as camlocks, hoses, fittings, hose plugs/caps & straps required to load, offload, transfer or transport fluids as needed.
• Help identify hazardous conditions on the job site.
• Provides leadership and ensures safety training and practices.
• Resolves disputes and helps in solving personnel and operational issues.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned.
• Assist other shop and operations staff as requested.
• Assist others drivers/operators as requested.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function and preferably able to perform other tasks satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience

• Familiarity with driving industrial trucks and various construction equipment.
• Familiarity with vacuum truck operations
• One year of job related experience.
• Must possess a valid Class A commercial driver license with tanker endorsement.
• Hilcorp Alaska’s Kenai G&I Facility Training

Preferred

• Two years vocational training in trucking or equivalent work experience.
• OSHA 10hr. Training.
• High School Diploma or equivalent

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Knowledge of load permits and state and federal truck driving regulations.
• Knowledge of fluid transfers to, and from specified vacuum units
• Knowledge of and ability to safely secure loads for transport.
• Some knowledge of first aid and applicable safety precautions.
• Ability to see and record written data and information.
• Ability to communicate information in writing so others will understand.
• Ability to effectively understand and communicate verbally with others.
• Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions.
• Ability to work independently with little supervision.
• Ability to ensure that proper safety and incident reporting procedures are followed.
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor.
• Ability to meet delivery and/or project schedule with dependability and consistency.
• Ability to operate a commercial truck.
• Ability to drive construction equipment for axle loading and unloading purposes.
• Knowledge of and ability maintain equipment and follow related procedures.
• Ability to assess and troubleshoot equipment failure.
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks involving strenuous manual labor.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply first aid.
• Ability to wear protective clothing

Physical Demands

The physical demands listed below are representative of those required to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Frequency is defined as follows:

• NP = Not Present
• Rare = 1–10% of the workday
• Occasional = 11–33% of the workday
• Frequent = 34–66% of the workday
• Constant = 67–100% of the workday

Activity Requirements

• Sitting – Frequent
• Standing – Occasional
• Walking – Occasional
• Reaching (Overhead, Straight Ahead, Downward) – Frequent
• Bending/Stooping – Frequent
• Crouching – Occasional
• Kneeling – Occasional
• Crawling – Rare
• Climbing (onto equipment) – Frequent
• Twisting (including wrist) – Occasional
• Handling – Occasional
• Finger Dexterity– Occasional
• Feeling – Occasionally
• Talking – Occasional
• Hearing – Occasionally
• Balancing – Occasionally
• Operating Foot Controls – Frequent

Lifting/Carrying/Pushing/Pulling Requirements

• Frequent: Up to 100 lbs.
• Occasional: Up to 100 lbs.

Working Conditions

Environmental Conditions & Inherent Hazards:

• Weather Exposure: Work is regularly exposure to inclement weather, including rain, snow, ice, and arctic temperatures is rare.
• Heat: Occasional exposure to hot diesel engines and hoses during equipment lubrication.
• Noise: Moderate to high noise levels from equipment and operations.
• Vibration: Occasional exposure to normal equipment vibration.
• Atmospheric Conditions: Possible exposure to diesel fumes, dust, and other airborne particles.

Hazards

• Moving Mechanical Parts: Exposure to engine components, drive trains/tracks, and other mechanical parts.
• Electrical: Potential exposure to electric shock from generator sets and other site equipment.
• Work at Heights: Occasionally exposed to situations which require fall protection.
• Radiant Energy: Rarely exposed.
• Fuel & Chemicals: Exposure to diesel fuel, petroleum distillates, and related hazards.
• General Construction Hazards: Must remain aware of potential risks associated with heavy equipment and construction environments.

EEO Statement

Cruz Construction, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We make all employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, citizenship, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, other protected activities, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. **This employer participates in E-Verify. Este Empleador Participa en E-Verify.**

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position. Employee(s) will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.