Vacuum Truck Operator

Overview

New England Utility Constructors Inc. (NEUCO) has been providing underground utility construction solutions to New England since 1972. Our focus on safety, quality, and excellence has made us a trusted name in pipeline and natural gas distribution construction. Our highly trained and professional staff is committed to delivering exceptional results on every project. We offer competitive wages and benefits, paid training and development, as well as opportunities to advance your career.

At NEUCO, you ll be part of a team working to support critical utility and energy infrastructure.

• Locate underground utilities, operate vacuum trucks, and assist with site cleanup and equipment maintenance.
• Complete visual and daily safety inspections of equipment; identify and communicate potential repair needs to the shop mechanic.
• Perform routine maintenance such as lubricating, fueling, and cleaning of vacuum trucks.
• Complete and ensure record-keeping paperwork is accurate.
• Understand and interpret customer as-builts and schematics.
• Maintain a clear understanding of Dig-Safe laws and regulations.
• Maintain all industry-required Operator Qualification certifications.
• Other duties as requested by leadership.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Class A or B commercial driver s license required.
• Minimum 2 years of prior experience as a Laborer within the gas utility industry required.
• Adequate understanding of vacuum excavation, utility location, and the operational functionality of vacuum trucks.
• OSHA Competent Person Certified; OSHA 10 preferred.
• Knowledge and skill in using technology such as laptops and tablets.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.
• Proven ability to meet critical deadlines under stressful conditions.
• Strong sense of personal responsibility and a commitment to crew safety and compliance.
• Detail oriented.

• Competitive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401K with company match.
• Voluntary life and AD&D insurance and short-term and long-term disability.
• Vacation, sick time, and paid holidays.
• Potential bonus opportunities.
• Career development opportunities.
• Employee discounts.
• Weekly payroll.

• Outdoors at work sites with potentially extreme weather conditions.
• All worksite safety instructions are written and spoken in English; must be fluent in English.
• Physical requirements include lifting up to 50 lbs (overhead), standing, climbing, kneeling, reaching and feeling, crouching and crawling.
• Work is performed within the  red zone  of heavy equipment; requires quick/accurate hand-eye coordination and constant alertness to work safely.

• Pass pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug screens.
• This position is safety-sensitive and covered under the Department of Transportation Drug and Alcohol Testing Regulations, 49 CFR Part 40. marijuana remains a drug listed in Schedule I of the Controlled Substances Act; it remains unacceptable for any safety-sensitive employee subject to drug testing to use or test positive for marijuana.
• Provide valid US work authorization documents for E-Verify.
• Satisfactory results of pre-employment background check results.
• Valid driver s license with clean driving record is preferred.
• Pre-employment medical fit-for-duty test; hold/obtain DOT medical card.
• All candidates offered employment will be required to complete a COVID-19 risk assessment.

This job description is subject to change at any time. It reflects management s assignment of essential functions, and does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. NEUCO and its subsidiary companies provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

NEUCO will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process if so requested.