VACUUM TRUCK OPERATOR I

Zachry Group; Belle Chasse (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Zachry Group is seeking a Vacuum Truck Operator to support safe, high-quality operations at a petrochemical processing site. You will prepare, inspect, operate, load/unload, and clean industrial vacuum trucks and related equipment to move raw materials, waste, and finished products.

The role requires CDL with Tank/HazMat endorsements, HAZWOPER credentials, and 4+ years’ related experience, with a strong emphasis on safety, teamwork, and adherence to permits and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid CDL with Tank and HazMat endorsements.
• Must have 40-hour HAZWOPER credentials.
• Minimum of 4 years’ experience as Vacuum Truck Operator.
• Proficient with industrial hand and power tools in harsh environments.
• Experience operating equipment in a petrochemical setting.
• Able to work safely and collaborate in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-task hazard assessments and implement mitigation.
• Maintain and operate vacuum trucks and related equipment safely.
• Support site safety programs and stop-work authority practices.
• Assist other crafts when not actively vacuuming.
• Read and follow work permits, SDSs, and JSAs accurately.

Skills

CDL with Tank/Hazmat

HazWoper credentials

Safety-focused teamwork

Reading permits and SDS/JSAs

Tools

Industrial hand tools

Industrial equipment operation

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Vacuum Truck Operator will support and execute the safe, quality, and efficient completion of various tasks related to vacuum truck operations being performed at a petrochemical processing plant, including but not limited to:

• Craft specific labor
• Preparation, inspection, operation, loading, unloading, and cleaning of industrial vacuum trucks and/or related equipment, tools, parts, components, etc. to transport raw, hazardous, and/or waste materials, finished products (high and low flash), etc. throughout the facility safely and efficiently.
• Providing support services such as but not limited to firewatch, holewatch, bottlewatch, light equipment/vehicle operation, general housekeeping, etc.

Qualification Highlights

• Must be able to meet all physical requirements - see below.
• Must have reliable transportation
• Must be willing and able to work:
• Up to 7 days per week
• Overtime, call-out, swing shift, etc. as required
• Must be capable of working under the direction of a skilled Leadman and under the supervision of an experienced Foreman.
• Must be experienced with and/or capable of successfully completing all required training/qualifications necessary to oversee safety-sensitive work which includes but is not limited to the preparation, set-up, and execution of hot work, confined space entry, and fresh air work.
• Must be experienced with and/or capable of successfully completing all required training/qualifications necessary to utilize all related tools, apparatuses, equipment, etc. to execute safety-sensitive work which includes but is not limited to the preparation, set-up, and execution of hot work, confined space entry, and fresh air work.
• Will be expected to assist other crafts when not actively performing vacuum truck operation activities.
• Must be capable of reading, understanding, and adhering to restrictions and/or requirements of various types of work permits, SDSs, and/or JSAs.
• Must successfully complete Short Service Employee (SSE) program, if applicable.
• Must successfully complete a 90-day probationary period. Any disciplinary and/or attendance issues during this time will be grounds for termination.
• Must maintain satisfactory bi-annual evaluation scores of no less than 3.0. Unsatisfactory bi-annual evaluation scores of less than 3.0 for two consecutive cycles will result in disciplinary action, up to termination, for poor performance.

Position Responsibilities

• Must have a strong approach, understanding, and commitment to safety, quality, and efficiency in an industrial environment.
• Must be capable of and will be expected to perform pre-task hazard assessments to identify potential risks and implement pro-active elimination and/or mitigation techniques.
• Must have extensive and demonstrated experience performing maintenance on various types of industrial equipment in a petrochemical facility.
• Must actively participate and support site programs such as (at a minimum):
• Safe Catch/Quality Catch/Stop Work Authority
• Continuous Improvement (SMART Focus)
• Applicable customer initiatives/programs
• Must be experienced with the preparation, disassembly, repair, fabrication, reassembly, and/or installation of industrial equipment such as piping, fittings, valves, boilers, towers, vessels, tanks, exchangers, reactors, pumps, etc. as well as various structural components.
• Provides support services such as but not limited to firewatch, holewatch, bottlewatch, light equipment/vehicle operation, material kitting/delivery, general housekeeping, etc.

Preferred Qualifications

Current or Former Zachry Employee with acceptable ESR rating only.

Reports to Position

This position does not have any direct reports.

Required Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

• Must possess and maintain a valid Commercial Driver's License with Tank and HAZMAT endorsements.
• Must possess and maintain valid 40-hour HAZWOPER credentials.
• Must have at a minimum 4 years of related experience as a Vacuum Truck Operator.
• Must have experience using industrial hand and power tools in an industrial work environment.
• Must have experience operating industrial equipment within a petro-chemical, or similar, facility.
• Must possess good problem-solving abilities and an agile mindset.
• Must possess aptitude for mechanical equipment, have effective computing, literacy, and numeracy skills, and manual dexterity.
• Must possess the ability to work effectively with others in a team environment.
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) and valid CDL Driver's License with Tank and HAZMAT endorsements.