Vacuum Truck Operator

Vacuum Truck Operator

Located in Norco, LA, HPC-Industrial, a Clean Harbors company, 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, supervising and completing single‑task jobs requiring one crew member, and completing turnarounds with management oversight at client sites in accordance with client and business requirements and company policies, practices, and procedures.

• 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 at all career stages
• Generous paid time off, company‑paid training and tuition reimbursement
• Positive and safe work environments

• Up to 7 days a week – must be able to work days, nights, and weekends

• 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 of 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.

• 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 driver’s license, 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.
• Working knowledge of operating equipment used in wet and dry vacuums.

• 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.

Clean Harbors is an equal opportunity employer.

Clean Harbors is committed to providing access, equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, contact  or 1‑844‑922‑5547.

Please be advised that Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used to support certain stages of the recruitment process but are not used as a replacement for human decision making.

Clean Harbors is committed to complying with applicable pay transparency laws and ensuring fair and equitable compensation. The posted salary range reflects the minimum and maximum target for this role. Final compensation may vary based on factors such as location, experience, skills, and business needs. In addition to the base salary, some roles may be eligible for bonus or incentive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package.

Clean Harbors is a Military & Veteran friendly company.

Job Identification: 161992
Category:
Drivers
Posting Date:

Job Schedule:

Full time
Regular or Temporary:
Regular
Job Function:
Driver – Industrial
Locations: 15536 River Road
Pay Range: $14.06 – $37.38 hourly
Is Driver Qualification Required?:
Driver Qualification Required