Vacuum Truck Operator

HPC-Industrial, powered by Clean Harbors, in Norco, LA is looking for a Vacuum Truck Operator to join their safety conscious team at a customer site! The Vacuum Truck Operator is responsible for the safe and proper execution of HPC Industrial jobs across all service lines. Supervises and completes single task jobs requiring one crew member and completes turnarounds with management oversight at client’s site in accordance with client and business requirements and company policies, practices, and procedures. 

Transitioning Military, this is a great opportunity to leverage your skills and training as you return to civilian life. 

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: Industrial setting – Refinery, Petro-Chemical, Utilities, Pulp and Paper Mills, etc.

Why work for HPC-Industrial?

• Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5!
• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment
• Group 401K with company matching component
• Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career
• Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement
• Positive and safe work environments

Work Schedule: 

• Flexible Schedule (Days, Nights, Weekends)

Key Responsibilities: 

• Act as safety representative responsible for safety policies and procedures of both the company and the customer, including hands-on information regarding operations, safety, equipment, emergency response and administrative functions. 
• Hands-on operation vacuum equipment and hydroblasting equipment; 
• Operation of special equipment, such as Ultra High-Pressure pumps; 
• Operate equipment by energizing the pumping equipment and/or any specialized hydroblasting and/or chemical cleaning equipment, vacuum trucks and cutting equipment being used on the job; 
• May be required to examine surface cleaned to ensure conformance to company and customer specifications; 
• Perform routine maintenance on company equipment being used on the job; 
• Perform any and all duties associated with liquid vacs, air machines and jet rudders; 
• May direct a crew of vacuum technicians. 
• May transport equipment and personnel to and from customer locations; 
• Completes pre and post trip inspections, driver’s logs and complies with all other vehicle policy and DOT requirements; 
• Loading and unloading hoses; 
• Unload vacuum truck at the dump site; 
• Provide general maintenance in the field; 
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills and Experience:

• Specific vocational preparation including classroom safety training, on-the-job training and essential experience gained on other jobs; 
• Language proficiency: understand English at a level to comprehend safety training and respond to instructions in emergency situations; 
• Valid CDL Class A or B and other requirements of company’s driving policy required when driving company vehicle or using personal vehicle on company business; 
• Must be knowledgeable in the operation of emergency equipment, such as fire extinguishers; 
• Experience operating a vacuum truck; 
• Experience operating a manual transmission
• Working knowledge of operating equipment used in wet and dry vacuums. 

What does it take to work for HPC-Industrial? 

• High school diploma/GED or equivalent experience. 
• Class A or B CDL License, required
• No Restriction on CDL License, required
• TWIC, required
• Hydroblasting Experience, preferred
• Must be able to wear protective clothing or equipment.  This includes, but is not limited to Nomex coveralls, a back belt, slicker suits, rubber boots, a fresh air breathing mask & escape pack & a hard hat.
• Must be able to work under extreme climate conditions (excessive high heat index of 95+ degrees Fahrenheit, 98% humidity & subzero weather conditions) relative to geographic location.
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