Description The Sewer Vacuum Truck Operator is responsible for the cleaning and removal of debris from manholes, sewer lines, storm drains, and related infrastructure using a Combination (Jetter/Vacuum) Truck. This role requires a CDL-licensed operator with experience in operating specialized equipment, supervising crew activities, and coordinating with management and contractors to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality project execution. Requirements Essential Duties and Responsibilities: • Safely operate and maintain a Combination (Jetter/Vacuum) Truck and associated equipment • Mobilize to job sites and perform cleaning of sewer systems, manholes, storm drains, and related structures • Open, inspect, and assess sewer infrastructure in accordance with NASSCO PACP/MACP/LACP standards • Perform easement clearing and remove vegetation as needed • Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections; report defects and maintenance needs • Maintain equipment through routine cleaning, lubrication, adjustments, and minor repairs • Supervise and direct crew members, ensuring work is completed safely and efficiently • Monitor work quality, accuracy, and completeness in compliance with project requirements • Coordinate with management, inspectors, and contractors to meet service expectations • Identify field issues and promptly report concerns to management • Ensure compliance with company safety policies and data security standards • Participate in project meetings as required • Perform additional duties as assigned Qualifications & Skills: Education: • High School Diploma or GED required Experience: • Minimum of 2 years of experience operating a Combination (Jetter/Vacuum) Truck preferred (training available for qualified candidates) • Experience with sewer cleaning, manhole inspection, tank cleaning, and hydro-blasting • Familiarity with wet/dry vacuum operations Skills & Abilities: • Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage and direct a crew • Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and adapt to flexible schedules • Proficiency in reading maps, plans, GIS data, and technical specifications • Basic computer skills (word processing and spreadsheets) • Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability • Effective communication and interpersonal skills • Basic math skills for measurements and quantity calculations • Ability to follow and enforce safety policies and procedures • Reliable, punctual, and capable of multitasking Required Certifications & Licenses • Valid CDL Class A or B with Tanker and Hazardous Materials Endorsements • Current DOT Medical Card (or ability to obtain prior to start date) Required within 30 days of employment: • OSHA 10 Certification • CPR Certification • Confined Space Entry (Construction) Certification • Traffic Control/Flagger Certification Physical Requirements: • Ability to work in outdoor and physically demanding environments • Frequent walking on uneven or rugged terrain • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs regularly and up to 125 lbs occasionally • Capability to climb, balance, kneel, crouch, and crawl • Manual dexterity to handle tools and equipment • Adequate vision (close, distance, color, depth perception, and focus adjustment) Work Environment: • Primarily performed outdoors in varying conditions. • Frequent exposure to moving mechanical parts, vibrations, and occasional fumes or airborne particles.