CF&T Hydro Vac Truck Operator

Description

CF&T is an operated equipment service company that provides complete site work services. CF&T

has played an integral role in the construction of many of Northern California’s most recognizable

landmarks and infrastructure projects. Our mission statement is, “Together We Build Things Right,”

which encompasses our business philosophy, values, and culture. We foster a team environment

focused on the greater good, resulting in a fantastic workplace that positively impacts our business

partners and communities we live in.

Job Summary

The Vac Truck Operator is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of industrial vacuum trucks

and hydro-excavation equipment. Working on various civil, commercial, and utility construction sites,

this role involves using high pressure water and powerful vacuum systems to excavate soil, clear debris,

and expose underground utilities without causing damage. All work is performed with OSHA safety

regulations and OE3 union standards.

Reports to

Operations Manager- CF&T

Typical Duties

 Operate the vac truck in a safe and conscious manner, set-up system and clean out the rank and

box after the job and back to the yard.

 Perform basic vac truck maintenance and know equipment well enough to recognize problems

and report them.

 Represent the Company through efficient work and courteous service.

 Return unit after use to the appropriate location in the yard.

 Complete and submit inspection forms, job tickets and maintenance forms. Keep and accurate

timecard of time worked.

 Perform general physical activities that require considerable use of your arms, legs, and moving

body such as climbing, lifting, balancing, walking, stopping, and handling materials

 Installing positioning materials and manipulating materials

 Use either control mechanisms or direct physical activity to operate machines or processes

 Monitor and review information from materials, events, or the environment to detect and

assess problems

 Adjust and test machines, devices, moving parts, and equipment that operate primarily based

on mechanical principles

 Determine when equipment and tools are not functioning properly and need replacement or

repair

 Balance teamwork and individual responsibilities, exhibit openness to other views, and

contribute to building a positive team spirit

 Think Safety First and participate in “Safety Buck” program

 Ability to exert maximum muscle force to lift, push, pull, and carry objects

 Frequently lifts, pushes, pulls, or carry up to 50 pounds of weight during a workday. Occasionally

lifts or carries up to 75 pounds at an overhead position

 Must be able to safely drive assigned company truck to multiple jobsites throughout the day

 Must meet DOT requirements for hearing

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or ability required.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential

functions.

Education and Experience: Previous training and/or the equivalent experience of 2 years’ operating a

vac truck. Comprehends the operation of a vac truck as well as some basic mechanics that may be

involved to keep the vac truck in working condition

Language Skills: Must be able to read and write in English; Bilingual in Spanish is helpful

Mathematical Skills: No skills required

Reasoning Ability: Apply common sense understanding to carry out simple one or two step instructions.

Must have good customer relation skills and the ability to problem solve under pressure

Computer Skills: No skills required

Interpersonal Skills: must be able to communicate with a variety of customer and co-workers

Certificates, Licenses, and Registration: Must possess Class B driver’s license, Commercial CDL desired,

must be able to pass the TSA badging process. Must be in good standing with OE3.

Compensation:

Will be determined by the union dispatch.