Hydrovac Operator

At ECS, we operate with a commitment to Integrity, Think Big, and Teamwork. We are seeking a dynamic and motivated Outside Sales Representative to drive strategic business growth and expand our customer base across construction, utility, and municipal markets.

The Hydrovac Operator, CDL/DOT Driver will be responsible for driving and maintaining DOT vehicle to pick up and deliver loads, move equipment from location to location as needed and perform other driving needs of the company.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

The duties and responsibilities described here are not a comprehensive list, and the scope of the job may change as necessitated by the business demands.

Safe Operation and Maintenance

• Safely operate and maintain DOT-regulated equipment and vehicles.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections to ensure safety and operational readiness.
• Identify and report any vehicle maintenance needs or safety concerns.

Regulatory Compliance

• Maintain required DOT licenses, medical certifications, and endorsements.
• Abide by applicable road limitations, Hours of Service Rules, and weight restrictions.
• Keep ELD (Electronic Logging Device) records for Hours of Service.
• Ensure all required permits, licenses, and certifications are up to date and in compliance with federal and state laws.

Health and Safety Compliance

• Always maintain a safe work environment by adhering to health and safety protocols without exception.
• Respond appropriately to incidents, spills, or emergencies, following company and regulatory protocols.

Qualifications

Licenses and Certifications

• Class A or B CDL with Tanker and Air Brake Endorsements
• Valid CDL Medical Certification.
• Clean Clearinghouse status.

Experience

• vac-truck operator

Requirements

• Can work in excess of regularly scheduled hours when necessary, including nights, weekends and on-call
• Can lift 80lbs and complete daily physical activity
• Willing to travel

Safety and Compliance

• Proficiency in safety protocols both on and off the jobsite, with a focus on maintaining a safe work environment.
• Adept knowledge of traffic laws and equipment operation ordinances.
• Clean Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) with no major violations.

Required Skills

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing, with customers and employees.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to foster strong working relationships.

Technical Proficiency

• Ability to utilize tablets for reporting driving hours (ELD).

Organizational and Multi-tasking Abilities

• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously.

Regulatory Knowledge

• Thorough understanding of DOT regulations, particularly those related to hazardous materials (Hazmat).

Safety Commitment

• Strong attention to detail with a firm commitment to maintaining a safe work environment.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands to handle or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit, stand, and walk. The employee is occasionally required to climb, or balance, and stoop, kneel crouch, or crawl. Comfortable with long periods of driving and sitting. Ability to perform tasks that require physical exertion, such as loading and unloading materials. Willingness to work in various weather conditions.

Must be able to work flexible/extended hours and travel long distances when necessary. Overnight travel may be required.

The employee occasionally is required to lift and/or move up to 80 pounds and to walk up to 1 mile daily. Specific vision abilities by this job include close vision and distance vision.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts; in outside weather conditions and is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions, and fumes or airborne particles.

Travel: Extensive travel is required, including long-distance driving.

Hours: Flexibility with working hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays, as needed.

Environment: Work involves exposure to hazardous materials, requiring adherence to strict safety protocols.

Hours of operation may vary depending on job requirements. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

ECS is a drug-smoke and alcohol- free workplace. Drug testing is a requirement for employment.

ECS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

What ECS offers

• Excellent Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, LTD, Life, EAP)
• Sick leave
• Paid Vacation leave
• Paid Holidays
• In-house training by our Field Mentor