Vac- Equipment Operator

Salary: $20.67 Hourly
Location : Public Works 607 Municipal Dr, Leander, TX
Job Type: Full time
Job Number: 2501747
Department: Public Works Water & Wastewater Maintenance
Division: Water Maintenance
Opening Date: 02/26/2026
Closing Date: Continuous

Performs entry level support work. Work involves completing a variety of tasks under the direction of the Vac-Truck Crew leader, including construction, maintenance and repair of city water and wastewater infrastructure, and water/wastewater line potholing. Equipment Operator I will also be responsible for the care and maintenance of vac-trucks. Employees must be able to be scheduled for on-call rotation. Works under close supervision, with minimal latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Duties & Required Qualifications

• Work schedule is Monday - Thursday, 6:30 am to 4:00 pm and Friday, 6:30 am to 10:30 am. Work schedule is subject to change.
• Completes hydro excavation projects including utility line exposure, debris removal, trenching, and digging as needed for specific jobs.
• Operates hydrovac trucks and equipment safely.
• Performs pre- and post-trip inspections, as well as routine maintenance.
• Repairs water and wastewater mains; cleans and prepares pipes for repairs; installs repair parts and evaluates effectiveness of repair.
• Engages in various hydrovac-related tasks such as tank entry, cleaning, equipment mobilization, routine truck maintenance, and active participation in safety meetings.
• Assists in excavation; operates air hammer to break rock and asphalt; uses pick and shovel to remove dirt and rock from hole, uses probe to locate pipe.
• Cleans wastewater lines; uses hand and/or machine rods to unclog or clean main.
• Installs fire hydrants, valves, manholes and clean outs.
• As an essential employee, you are subject to after-hours call outs for emergency situations which can include icy weather, flooding, police department assistance, etc., including a required on-call rotation, and special events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Required Education and Experience

• High school graduate or its equivalent.

Required Certificate and Licenses

• Texas Commercial Driver License (CDL), Texas Class A license with an air brake endorsement

Preferred Qualifications:

• Minimum of six months or more years of work experience in construction, maintenance and repair of city streets, sidewalks, public rights-of-way, storm water detention ponds and drainage systems or related work experience or technical training.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge and ability to set up secure work zones using cones and barricades.
• Skills and ability to operate a vac-truck, dump truck/water truck, bucket lift truck, VAC trailer, Jet machine, motor grader, backhoe, skid loader, roller, grader, gradall, and small hand tools, chainsaw, shovel, two-way radio, cell phone, measuring devices, excavator.
• Knowledge of duties performed in construction and maintenance of water and wastewater infrastructure with all its hazards, and safety precautions common to equipment operations.
• Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Ability to understand and carry out written and oral instruction.
• Ability to work safely.
• Must be able to wear the city provided uniform and city issued personal protective equipment - Steel-toed leather boots, gloves, eye protection, head protection, safety vest, and ear protection.
• Workers must be in compliance with safety procedures and the use of safety equipment.
• Ability to work hours other than the regular daytime schedule such as shift work, on call, or emergency response situations (i.e., early mornings, afternoons, evenings, late-nights shifts, weekends).
• Ability to report safety hazards, equipment problems and emergency situations.

Physical Demands & Additional Information
While performing the duties of this job, the employee works outdoors in extreme heat or cold temperature and during inclement weather; exposed to dust fumes and loud noises. Frequently exposed to wet and/or humid conditions.
The City of Leander (employer) must comply with Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse regulations when hiring and employing CDL drivers.
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