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Vactor Technician ( CDL Class A/B)

12/31/2025

The Vactor Technician is responsible for operating and maintaining HY VAC equipment, performing high-pressure jetting, and cleaning various waste systems. They must communicate job status and respond to emergency calls while following safety protocols.

Salary

32 - 34 USD

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

501-1,000 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Your Septic, Grease and Drain Service Experts! Wind River is committed to extending the life of your septic system while protecting the health of you, your family, & the environment! At Wind River Environmental, we want to make septic system care simple and hassle free. Our highly trained septic technicians go above and beyond to ensure that you are aware of any potential issues - necessary repairs, Board of Health requirements, and recommendations for your system. We want to make sure your system is healthy in an effort to save you money on costly repairs and to help keep our environment safe and clean. Routine septic system pumping is the key to maintaining a healthy septic system. There is no way to avoid sludge build up, but regular servicing helps keep it at a manageable level. Your septic system must be cleaned properly and pumped on a regular basis to ensure that your system remains at a healthy liquid balance. Regular servicing and septic pumping will help to identify potential problems that could be lurking under the surface. 3 REASONS WHY YOUR SEPTIC AND/OR GREASE SYSTEM DESERVES WIND RIVER 1. We have the best trained technicians in the industry 2. We are WHERE you need us to be WHEN you need us to be there – Unparalleled 24 hour emergency service 3. Our 3 step maintenance program is designed to extend the life of your septic system Protect your investment – Go with the BEST – Go Green!
About the Role

Description

 

Position Summary


The position is responsible for high-pressure jetting, catch basin cleaning, lift station cleanings and general vactor work.  


Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Properly operate and maintain HY VAC equipment and vehicles
  • Execute jobs provided by Dispatcher - including occasional overnight and out-of-town jobs
  • Communicate job status with Dispatcher and Project Manager
  • Completion and submission of service paperwork to management
  • Diagnose and troubleshoot job problems and recommend solutions where appropriate
  • Respond to trouble/emergency calls in a timely manner
  • Follow all Wind River Environmental service protocols
  • Follow safety rules and exercise safe work practice
  • Understand and comply with DOT and DEP regulations as they pertain to your job
  • Protect the environment by having an awareness of spill protection, proper waste acceptance, disposal, and treatment, as well as emergency response procedures.
  • Ongoing technical learning and development
  • Other duties as assigned by management 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities 

  • Customer oriented interpersonal skills
  • Technical and/or mechanical knowledge and abilities
  • Must be able to use hand tools and small power tools
  • Must be able to exercise effective organization/time management skills
  • Ensure the highest level of customer service, satisfaction, and communication 

Requirements

 

Minimum Education and Experience

  • Previous experience operating HY VAC equipment and vehicles
  • CDL License (Class B) with at least one year of commercial driving experience
  • Provide "on call" service on a rotating schedule 
  • The base pay range for this role is estimated to be $32.00 - $34.00 hourly at the time of posting. Final compensation will be determined by various factors such as work location, education, experience, knowledge, and skills.

We Offer:

  • · Competitive starting rates  
  • · Medical and dental insurance  
  • · Matching 401K  
  • · 8 paid holidays and generous paid time off plan  
  • · Uniforms  

Wind River Environmental services and maintains a broad array of non-hazardous liquid waste systems, including grease traps, septic tanks and related waste systems. Headquartered in Marlborough, MA we offer a full suite of services to business, residential and municipal customers throughout the East Coast. Wind River Environmental is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

Key Skills
Customer Oriented Interpersonal SkillsTechnical KnowledgeMechanical KnowledgeHand ToolsPower ToolsOrganization SkillsTime Management SkillsCommunication Skills
Categories
Environmental & SustainabilityTradesLogisticsTransportation
Benefits
Medical And Dental InsuranceMatching 401KPaid HolidaysPaid Time OffUniforms
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