VACTOR TRUCK OPERATOR

San Benito PD; North Carolina; On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

San Benito Police Department in North Carolina is seeking a Vactor Truck Operator to drive and maintain the Vactor truck, perform fieldwork on storm drains, and assist the working supervisor with related duties.

Requirements include a high school diploma or GED, at least one year of heavy equipment experience, and a valid CDL Class B. The job may require weekends, holidays, and on-call duty; safety and reliability are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience operating heavy equipment, preferably as a Vactor Truck Operator or related field.
• Valid Texas Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class B required.
• Must maintain an acceptable driving record.
• May be required to obtain additional certifications depending on job assignment.

Responsibilities

• Operate and preventive maintenance on Vactor truck and other related equipment.
• Clean (rod and vacuum) storm drain lines, manholes, and catch basins.
• Position and operate vacuum boom to remove debris.
• Identify needed repairs to sanitary sewer lines, manholes and catch basins.
• Assists in flow monitoring, dye tests, and smoke tests.
• Reports to the working supervisor any problem with the equipment and/or facilities that need attention.
• Has daily contact with the public.
• May work on holidays as required by immediate supervisor/director; and
• Performs other work as assigned.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Safety compliance

Communication skills

Reading instructions

Teamwork

Physical stamina

Education

High school diploma or GED

1 year heavy equipment experience

Tools

Vactor truck maintenance

Job description

Vactor Truck Operator

Positions Available: One (1)

Salary

$17.25 per hour

General Responsibilities

The Vactor Truck Operator is responsible for performing such tasks necessary for the operation of the Vactor truck and the routine maintenance of the storm drain system. This individual will assist the working supervisor in other related duties.

The Vactor Truck Operator performs fieldwork on the storm drain system and generally in the right-of-way on streets and roads. Work involves driving the Vactor truck, lifting sections of manhole covers, contact with hazardous materials, close proximity to heavy equipment, and confined space entry.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Operate and preventive maintenance on Vactor truck and other related equipment;
• Clean (rod and vacuum) storm drain lines, manholes, and catch basins;
• Positions and operates vacuum boom to remove debris;
• Identify needed repairs to sanitary sewer lines, manholes and catch basins;
• Assists in flow monitoring, dye tests, and smoke tests;
• Reports to the working supervisor any problem with the equipment and/or facilities that need attention;
• Has daily contact with the public;
• May work on holidays as required by immediate supervisor/director; and
• Performs other work as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Maintain regular and prompt attendance; physically present to work
• Performs after work hours as required, (nights and weekends)
• May perform work on weekends; standby is required

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Minimum one (1) year of experience operating heavy equipment, preferably as a Vactor Truck Operator or related field.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Valid Texas Commercial Driver License (CDL) Class B required.
• Must maintain an acceptable driving record.
• May be required to obtain additional certifications depending on job assignment.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

• Communicate effectively in writing as appropriate for documentation purposes.
• Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
• Considerable skills in the operation and maintenance of the Vactor truck.
• Ability to detect malfunctions in storm drains.
• Ability to read and interpret work orders, safety guidelines, and equipment manuals.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to perform heavy physical labor under varying weather conditions.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls. Significant standing, walking, moving, climbing, carrying, bending, kneeling, crawling, reaching, handling, pushing and pulling. Work outdoors in different climates. Ability to lift up to 100 lbs. Must be able to be on call for 24 hours while on stand-by duty. Must be able to work weekends, holidays or special events when necessary. The work may occasionally require entry and exit from confined spaces.

Job Details

Category: City Jobs

Status: Open

Posted: September 14, 2026 8:00 AM

Closing: Open Until Filled