Vacuum Truck Operator, Industrial Services

Trail, BC
On-site
Posted Oct 12, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Entry level

Job summary

Operate vacuum, hydro-vac, and combo-vac trucks, along with pumps and chemical cleaning equipment, to transport and handle liquid and solid hazardous waste and complete customer work. Prepare job sites, manage hoses and equipment, maintain daily driver logs, and clean and store tools and equipment.

Job details

Position Summary Our GFL Industrial Services team is seeking Vacuum Truck Operators in Trail, BC. The responsibilities include but are not limited to transporting, removing, delivering, and collecting diverse liquid and solid hazardous wastes from different locations. Additionally, the successful candidate will be required to assist with swamping and undertake various physical tasks to support the team. This role also provides the opportunity to operate a wide range of vac trucks and gain experience with high pressure pumps and equipment. Specific Duties And Responsibilities Operate various trucks to perform tasks required by the customer ranging from vacuum trucks and hydro-vacs to combo-vacs and high-pressure pumps and equipment. Operate chemical cleaning equipment (pumps, heat exchangers, circulation units) to perform tasks required by the customer. Set up and control hoses attached to the pumps to ensure the safe and effective pumping of water. Maintain and update the driver's logbook daily. Ensure all equipment and tooling is cleaned and stored in the appropriate unit, case, or container before it is returned to the shop. Participate in job site preparation, including the rigging in/out of equipment. Other duties as assigned. Requirements Valid Class 3 drivers’ license with an acceptable commercial driving abstract; Class 1 driver’s license is an asset. Ability to travel when required. Flexibility of working after-hours for any call outs. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Ability to work in all weather conditions for extended periods of time. Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 50lbs. Positive attitude and a strong sense of pride in your work. Ability to provide exceptional customer service to GFL clients and customers. Must be motivated, able to multi-task, and effectively collaborate in a team environment. #GFLTalent Specific Duties And Responsibilities Operate various trucks to perform tasks required by the customer ranging from vacuum trucks and hydro-vacs to combo-vacs and high-pressure pumps and equipment. Operate chemical cleaning equipment (pumps, heat exchangers, circulation units) to perform tasks required by the customer. Set up and control hoses attached to the pumps to ensure the safe and effective pumping of water. Maintain and update the driver's logbook daily. Ensure all equipment and tooling is cleaned and stored in the appropriate unit, case, or container before it is returned to the shop. Participate in job site preparation, including the rigging in/out of equipment. Other duties as assigned. Requirements Valid Class 3 drivers’ license with an acceptable commercial driving abstract; Class 1 driver’s license is an asset. Ability to travel when required. Flexibility of working after-hours for any call outs. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Ability to work in all weather conditions for extended periods of time. Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 50lbs. Positive attitude and a strong sense of pride in your work. Ability to provide exceptional customer service to GFL clients and customers. Must be motivated, able to multi-task, and effectively collaborate in a team environment. #GFLTalent Job ID: R40124 Job Profile: U - Industrial Services Operator Job Country: Canada

What you’ll do

Requirements

A valid Class 3 driver's license and an acceptable commercial driving abstract are required; a Class 1 license is an asset. Candidates must be able to travel, work after-hours callouts and in varied weather, stand for extended periods, lift up to 50 pounds, and work effectively with a team while providing strong customer service.