Summary : The Vacuum Truck Assistant Operator / Labourer is relied upon for providing onsite support services for the Vacuum Truck Services Division which performs a very diverse range of activities including but not limited to: hydro excavating, confined space entry, spill cleanup, line flushing, and power washing, and assisting with the loading and hauling of various fluids / material. The Assistant Operator will assist with these labour based tasks with a focus on safety, professionalism and teamwork.
Specific Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist the Operator with the protected operation of the various units
- Assist the Operator with the set up and control hoses attached to the pumps to ensure the safe and effective pumping of water
- Participate in job site preparation, including the rigging in/out of equipment
- Spot the safe positioning of equipment
- Ensure all equipment is cleaned and stored
- Execute general labor duties on job sites, which include but not limited to truck cleaning, equipment packing, preparation for demobilization, and debris removal from job sites
- Confined space entry to remove debris and perform detailed cleaning
- Other duties as required
Requirements :
- Valid Class 5 Driver's license
- Previous experience working in various environments (i.e. confined space, heights, noisy and various and extreme weather conditions); Industrial pulp and paper and/or oil and gas experience is also an asset
- Swamping experience is an asset (i.e. Vacuum and Hydrovac work)
- Experience working with High Pressure Water Blasting Equipment is an asset
- Experience working with chemicals is an asset
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform high labor intensity tasks in a team environment
- Willingness to take direction and work effectively in stressful situations
- Ability to multitask and adapt to new working environments
- Enthusiastic self-starter with a strong work ethic and proven track record for success
- Reliable team player that is supportive of co-workers
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