Jet Vac Operator

Job overview

The Jet Vac Operator role is onsite in Knoxville, TN, with pay of $27–$30 per hour. Portland Utilities Construction Co., LLC works on water, wastewater, sewer, and water rehabilitation projects to help maintain infrastructure.

What you'll do

• Support sewer rehabilitation projects by safely excavating pipe routes around existing utilities
• communicate with the crew to address challenges and maintain safety
• load and unload excavation materials using certified equipment
• grade and level trench bases
• assist pipelayers with pipe placement and trench safety systems
• follow safety rules and participate in safety meetings.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

jet vac operator

sewer rehabilitation

water infrastructure

excavation

trenching

knoxville tn

portland utilities construction

$27–$30/hour

travel required

class a or b cdl

sign-on bonus

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Daily per diem while traveling
• covered individual hotel rooms while traveling
• medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• 401(k) matching
• tuition assistance
• paid time off
• overtime pay
• paid training
• company-paid PPE and safety gear.

Why this role

The posting offers a limited-time $4,000 sign-on bonus for new hires with a valid CDL; a reduced bonus may be available to hires without a current CDL. Requires a valid driver’s license and Class A or B CDL, or willingness to obtain one, and willingness to travel for projects that may keep employees away from home for two to three weeks at a time.

About the employer

Portland Utilities Construction Co., LLC is hiring for this role. Industry: Site Preparation Contractors. Sector: 23.