Vactor Truck Driver

Achen-Gardner Construction, LLC; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401k plan

ESOP

Job summary

Achen-Gardner Construction, LLC is seeking a skilled Vactor Truck Driver to join our Tucson team. You will safely operate a vac truck to support excavation and utility crews, and perform thorough pre/post-trip inspections.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid Arizona CDL with tanker endorsement and DOT medical certification, plus several years of vacuum truck experience. Occasional travel and weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Arizona Class B or A CDL with tanker endorsement in good standing.
• Valid DOT Medical Certification.
• 3 years of experience operating vac trucks preferred.
• Knowledge of underground utilities and construction practices preferred.
• Knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a vac truck to support excavation and utility crews.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and document results.
• Maintain records of trip details, mileage, fuel, and maintenance.
• Coordinate with project managers and crews to schedule work.
• Adhere to safety policies and procedures.
• Perform basic maintenance on the truck as needed.
• Navigate to varied job sites using maps or GPS.
• Wear and use PPE properly.
• May require some weekend/evening work and travel to job sites.

Skills

Vacuum truck operation

Communication

Time management

Safety policies

Reading maps

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CDL with tanker endorsement (Arizona, Class A/B)

DOT Medical Certification

Job description

We are currently seeking a highly skilled & motivated Vactor Truck Driver in the Tucson area to join our team. Candidate must have knowledge of operation of Vactor Truck.

DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Safely operate a vac truck to support excavation and utility crews in a manner that reduces risk and liabilities.
• Perform and properly document pre-trip and post-trip inspections of the truck to ensure they are in a safe and legal condition.
• Maintain accurate records of trip details, including mileage, fuel consumption, and maintenance reports and hours worked.
• Communicate effectively with project managers, equipment operators, and other team members to coordinate work schedules in a direct and friendly manner.
• Always adhere to Achen-Gardner Construction's safety policies and procedures.
• Perform basic maintenance on the truck when necessary.
• Accurately navigate a vac truck using instructions, maps or GPS, to a wide variety of locations both on road and off.
• Properly wear and safely use PPE.
• Perform all other related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE, AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Arizona Class B or A CDL with tanker endorsement in good standing.
• Valid DOT Medical Certification.
• 3 years of experience operating vac trucks preferred.
• Knowledge on underground utilities and construction practices preferred.
• Knowledge of Federal Motor Carrier Safety Regulations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively.
• Basic mechanical skills for minor truck maintenance.
• Willingness to travel to various job sites as needed.
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions with a high degree of accuracy.
• Ability to read, understand and navigate using paper and/or digital maps.
• Ability to sit for long periods of time.
• May include some weekend and evening work, depending on current projects.
• Working outdoors in AZ climate.

We offer an excellent work environment including

• competitive wages subsidized health insurance
• paid time off
• paid sick leave
• paid holidays
• 401k plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) and voluntary dental and supplemental benefits

Achen-Gardner Construction LLC is 100% employe-owned.

Achen-Gardner Construction, LLC, is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, sex, age, pregnancy, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, status as a protected veteran and/or individual with a disability to any position for which the applicant is qualified. This position is contingent on passing a pre-employment drug test. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c) Achen-Gardner Construction is one of the most successful heavy civil general contractors in Arizona specializing in wet utility, roadway, and water/wastewater facility construction. We have extensive experience in delivering complex infrastructure projects for public and private sector clients throughout the Southwest.