Vacuum Truck Driver - Austin Industrial (CVO)

Channelview, TX, United States

** Vacuum Truck Driver - Austin Industrial (CVO)**

**Job Category****:** Craft **Requisition Number****:** VACUU006208 Showing 1 location **Job Details**

**Description**

**Summary:** The Vacuum Truck Operator drives and operates the Vacuum Truck picking up, hauling and unloading various oil field related fluids. These fluids are pulled from customers' various oil field locations where the fluid is collected in tanks or other containers. These fluids may include a variety of well bore fluids such as fresh water, brine (salt) water, crude oil, frac fluids and other associated servicing fluids. All duties of the Vacuum Truck Operator are to be performed according to the Company operating procedures in order to maximize the safety of all personnel at the work site and to efficiently perform the task. This is to be accomplished by performing the following essential duties and responsibilities. Other duties may be assigned.

* Hauls and disposes of oilfield chemicals and by-products using a straight truck and trailer following EPA and DOT guidelines

* Operates a vacuum tractor and trailer unit (18-wheel tractor and trailer unit or a Bob-tail wheel unit with a trailer-mounted tank)

* Operates all intake and discharge valves, wearing appropriate Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) while performing duties

* Performs safety inspections as required by DOT, and maintains a DOT driver log

* Completes work tickets and maintains daily inventory of tools, fittings and hose connections on the unit

* Conducts pre and post-trip inspections of tractor trailer unit, hoses, fittings and valves

* Maintains exemplary customer service

**Supervisory Responsibilities**

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities.

**Competencies**

To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:

Problem Solving - Identifies and resolves problems in a timely manner; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works well in-group problem solving situations; uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

Project Management - Completes projects on time and budget.

Technical Skills - Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others.

Customer Service - Manages difficult or emotional customer situations; responds promptly to customer needs; meets commitments.

Interpersonal Skills - Focuses on solving conflict, not blaming; listens to others without interrupting; keeps emotions under control.

Oral Communication - Speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations; listens and gets clarification; responds well to questions.

Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; able to read and interpret written information.

Teamwork - Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others' views; gives and welcomes feedback; Contributes to building a positive team spirit; establishes and maintains constructive working relationships; puts success of team above own interests; able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives; supports everyone's efforts to succeed.

Visionary Leadership - Displays passion and optimism; inspires respect and trust.

Change Management - Builds commitment and overcomes resistance; monitors transition and evaluates results.

Leadership - Exhibits confidence in self and others; inspires and motivates others to perform well; effectively influences actions and opinions of others; accepts feedback from others; gives appropriate recognition to others.

Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.

Cost Consciousness - Works within approved budget; develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue; conserves organizational resources.

Diversity - Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; promotes a harassment-free environment.

Ethics - Treats people with respect; Keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and ethically; upholds organizational values.

Organizational Support - Follows policies and procedures; supports organization's goals and values.

Judgment - Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions.

Motivation - Measures self against standard of excellence.

Planning/Organizing - Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; sets goals and objectives.

Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; reacts well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; accepts responsibility for own actions; follows through on commitments.

Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality; applies feedback to improve performance; monitors own work to ensure quality.

Quantity - Meets productivity standards; completes work in timely manner; strives to increase productivity; works quickly.

Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.

Adaptability - Adapts to changes in the work environment; changes approach or method to best fit the situation; able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

Attendance/Punctuality - Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent; arrives at meetings and appointments on time.

Dependability - Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions; keeps commitments; commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals; completes tasks on time or notifies appropriate person with an alternate plan.

Initiative - Volunteers readily; undertakes self-development activities; seeks increased responsibilities; looks for and takes advantage of opportunities; asks for and offers help when needed.

**Qualifications -** To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

**Education and/or Experience -** High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

**Language Skills -** Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.

**Mathematical Skills -** Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.

**Reasoning Ability -**Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.

**Computer Skills -** Computer skills are not required for this position.

**Certificates, Licenses, Registrations ** Must possess a Certified Driver License. Depending on the job site, certain other certificates or licenses may be required.

**Other Skills and Abilities -** For safety reasons, it is imperative that the employee be able to read and speak fluent English.

**Other Qualifications -** It may be necessary to travel or commute for this position.

**Physical Demands** The physical demands described here are representa