Description:
General Purpose and Summary of Job: The Pump Truck Operator operates the equipment necessary to provide the services of the Excavation/Industrial Division. This position will also inspect equipment, structures, and material in order to ensure that they are safe and functional, The Pump Truck Operator will set up and dismantle the tool, fill the water tank, inspect the job site and operate the high-pressure wand for excavation purposes.

QUALIFICATIONS/BASIC JOB REQUIREMENTS:

1. Must be at least 18 years of age.
2. Must be a High School graduate or have a certificate of equivalency.
3. Possession of a Class A commercial driver’s license.
4. The ability to pass both routine company random drug and alcohol tests and also those random drug and alcohol tests required for CDL drivers per DOT standards.
5. Thorough knowledge of all phases of job safety relative to industrial work and equipment used in industrial applications:
   a. Safe driving techniques
   b. Safe traffic control in work areas
   c. Confined space entry procedures
   d. Trench safety
   e. Safe excavation when using the hydro-vac around utilities
   f. Safe use of water hoses under pressure
   g. Safe use of vacuum hoses and tubing under vacuum
   h. Attendance at any safety classes per management requests
6. Must maintain accurate records to aid in billing of job invoices and appropriate information retention for company job site records.

PHYSICAL & MENTAL REQUIREMENTS:

These are the physical and mental requirements of the position as it is typically performed. Inability to meet one or more of these physical or mental requirements will not automatically disqualify a candidate or employee from the position. Upon request for a reasonable accommodation, the Company may be able to adjust or excuse one or more of these requirements, depending on the requirement, the essential functions to which it relates, and the proposed accommodation.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

This position must be able to see, perceive color, hear/listen, touch (hand/finger dexterity) and speak clearly. Must be able to climb, mount and dismount trucks and vehicles. Must be able to drive. Must be able to push/pull, stand and sit for long periods, walk, bend at the waist, squat, crouch, and kneels. This position requires the ability to reach above shoulder level and requires repetitive use of right and left hands to grasp, push/pull and do fine manipulation. This position requires the ability to perform computer data entry, and to use the telephone and other common office equipment. Requires heavy, frequent lifting of 50 to 100 pounds at one time.

MENTAL/REASONING REQUIREMENTS:

Must be able to read simple instructions, manuals, procedures and other documents and to write, so as to record readings, notes, simple sketches or instructions. Requires basic math skills and the ability to analyze/comprehend materials and instructions. Requires sound judgement and decision making. Must be able to read blueprints.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Employees and those seeking employment with The Waterworks understand and agree that employment at The Waterworks is terminable at will, so that both the Company and the employee remain free to choose to end the work relationship at any time subject to any contractual agreement the Company and the employee have entered into. Employees and those seeking employment with The Waterworks further understand and agree that any offers of employment do not create an express or implied contract of employment between the company and the employee or those individuals seeking employment with the Company.
Maintaining eligibility to operate company vehicles is a fundamental job requirement and the employee’s individual responsibility. All employees that operate company vehicles must maintain their driving record as insurable under the company’s vehicle insurance provider to remain employed.
Employees might be asked to perform duties not listed in this job description.
This position involves job-related stress. Individuals in this position must possess a high degree of flexibility to shifting priorities. This is a service-oriented organization, and the company requires employees to consistently strive to meet the needs of its customers.
Semi-annual background checks are performed on operational personnel to meet the requirements of many of The Waterworks customers. Employees will be routinely asked to authorize background checks. Results of background checks shall be kept on file and not routinely divulged to other individuals without a need to know. Dated background checks shall be destroyed.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of all personnel so classified.
Employees must be able to pass pre-employment screening including a criminal background check, motor vehicle check and drug screening. Maintaining eligibility to operate company vehicles is a fundamental job requirement. All employees that operate company vehicles must maintain their driving record as insurable under the company’s vehicle insurance provider.

1. Essential functions of the job will include the transportation and efficient operation of company provided equipment such as the tank, hydro-vac, jet-vac trucks, and dump trucks with emphasis placed on site safety, personal safety and equipment maintenance. Duties will include:
   a. Possess very good customer service skills – greet & interact, meet or exceed customer expectations. Effectively present information to customers or other employees
   b. Confirm all supplies and tools are in good condition and are on the truck
   c. Pumping grease traps
   d. Pumping septic tanks
   e. Hydro-Vac digging and excavation
   f. Jet-Vac operation to clear sewers and storm drains
   g. Hauling of equipment such as track hoes and back hoes
   h. Daily and proper completion of service tickets
   i. Daily completion of DOT vehicle maintenance reports
   j. Maintaining proper disposal and manifest records, ensuring compliance with state DOT regulations
   k. Other duties as assigned
2. This position demands a flexible work schedule that may include night work, on-call shifts, daily and weekly overtime and weekend. This position may also include work being performed in all types of inclement weather and extreme weather conditions.