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About the Role
- EcoWaste Management is a leading environmental services firm dedicated to providing innovative environmental services to our clients throughout Iowa and the Midwest. Located in the vibrant city of Des Moines, we offer a collaborative and supportive work environment where your contributions make a real difference in protecting and improving our environment. We are currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Vacuum Truck Operator to join our growing team.
Why Join EcoWaste?
• Be part of a mission-driven company focused on sustainability and environmental impact.
• Opportunity for growth as the company expands.
• Supportive, collaborative team culture.
• Competitive pay and benefits
Benefits:
EcoSource offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)
• Retirement plan with company match
• Professional development opportunities
• Supportive and collaborative work environment
• Cell phone stipend
EcoWaste is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Key Responsibilities:
• Equipment Operation: Safely operate vacuum trucks and tankers to collect, transport, and dispose of impacted water, sludge, and other materials.
• Specialized Services: Conduct gasoline/fuel phase separation (water removal from fuel), high vacuum extraction from monitoring wells, and oil-water separator servicing.
• Tank Maintenance: Perform cleaning and decommissioning for both Underground Storage Tanks (UST) and Aboveground Storage Tanks (AST).
• Emergency Response: Participate in 24/7 on-call emergency spill response activities as needed, including product collection and site cleanup.
• Field Safety: Adhere to strict safety protocols, including confined space entry procedures and HAZWOPER standards.
• Compliance: Accurately complete waste manifests and documentation for the transportation and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous materials.
Requirements
Licensing: Valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Tanker endorsement (Hazmat endorsement preferred).
Experience: Prior experience operating vacuum trucks, air movers, or similar industrial equipment is a plus.
Certifications: 40-hour HAZWOPER certification is highly desirable (training may be provided for the right candidate).
Physical Requirements: Ability to lift heavy hoses, work in various weather conditions, and perform tasks in confined spaces.
Availability: Must be willing to participate in an on-call rotation for emergency responses.
Strong communication skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively.
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