Class 1 Operator, Industrial Services Jobs in St. John's, NL
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About the role
A Class 1 Vacuum Trailer Operator is responsible for safely driving and operating equipment for which they hold a license. They work in various environments, including refineries, industrial sites, marine ports and for environmental emergency responses. Operators also provide feedback to supervisors regarding customer, mechanical, or delivery problems. They will also occasionally mentor or train others to operate the equipment.
Key Responsibilities
Equipment Operation: Safely operate vacuum & pressure equipment, including managing vacuum pumps, hoses, booms, and valves.
Fluid Handling: Load, transport, and unload non-hazardous and hazardous materials, such as fuel oils, drilling fluids, sludge, sewage, and wastewater.
Equipment Maintenance & Safety: Perform pre- and post-trip inspections, conduct routine maintenance (e.g., greasing, fluid checks, topping up spill & first aid supplies), and ensure all safety protocols are followed.
Labor-Intensive Tasks: Perform manual labor such as dragging hoses, cleaning tanks, working in confined spaces, climbing, crouching and kneeling.
Documentation: Maintain accurate, legible, and timely documentation, including driver logs (ELD), load manifests, TDG, OHS, work orders and ensure compliance with applicable Acts and regulations.
Communication: Communicate effectively with the public, customers, and co-workers both verbally and in writing. Professionally represent the company and communicate with site dispatch and supervisors.
Requirements
- Certification from a recognized Truck Driving School.
- Valid Class 1/DZ license, manual transmission, air brake
- H2S Alive, First Aid/CPR, Confined Space Entry and TDG (Transportation of Dangerous Goods). (Assets)
- Strong mechanical aptitude with the ability to perform routine vehicle maintenance.
- Demonstrated organizational skills with strong oral and written communication abilities.
- Exceptional organizational abilities, including task prioritization, multi-tasking, use of timelines and time management techniques.
- High level of personal integrity.
- Strong work ethic.
- Professional/mature demeanor under stressful situations.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Confident, consistent and decisive personality.
- Will be required to work both indoors and outdoors.
- Manual dexterity, ability to lift/push/pull 75+ lbs hoses required.
- Out-of-town, rotation, and overtime work as required.
- Often requires working long hours, including nights, weekends, and being on-call for emergency response situations. On call schedule in effect on a weekly basis.
- Ability to handle emergency situations: If faced with unpredictable issues, such as a hazardous materials spill, vacuum truck operators must be able to stay calm and respond to the situation quickly.
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