Assistant Operator (Swamper/Labourer)

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 safe 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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