Pump Truck Driver/Operator ( CDL A/B) Day Shift

About the role

Position: Pump Technician. Location: SC-Columbia. This position is responsible for residential and commercial pumping and disposal of non-hazardous waste and has direct contact with Wind River Environmental customers. Responsibilities include operating a company service truck and driving to various locations to pump septic tanks. You are regularly exposed to outside weather conditions and non-hazardous fumes; must be comfortable working independently and interact with customers.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety rules and exercise safe work practices in accordance with WRE and DOT requirements.
• Prepare for each service job to maximize efficiency (get truck ready, tools, etc.) by following daily pre-trip and post-trip maintenance (check fluids, tires, supplies)
• Perform customer service interaction when on work site to ensure customer satisfaction
• Observe and note defective septic component systems, adverse buildup or hazards on the work order and provide any recommended maintenance or service to customer
• Complete and submit quote and service paperwork to management in a timely manner, if required
• Respond to trouble/emergency calls in a timely manner
• Discuss and recommend adequate maintenance service frequency with the customer
• Follow all Wind River Environmental service protocols
• Other duties as assigned by management

Requirements

• CDL A or B License with Tanker Endorsement

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Class A or B CDL with ability and willingness to obtain a tanker endorsement if requested
• No restrictions (must be able to drive manual transmission)
• At least 21 years of age
• At least one year of professional commercial driving experience (post-school)
• Ability to successfully pass DOT drug screen, medical certification, physical exam and road exams
• Ability to operate in a drug-free workplace
• Ability to meet physical demands evaluation
• High‑school diploma or equivalent

Skills

• Ability to read and interpret documents including Company policies and procedures, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, maps and road signs.
• Ability to speak, cooperate and communicate effectively with customers, co‑workers and management.
• Ability to work independently and manage pressure to meet deadlines.
• Basic computer literacy including email and internet skills.
• Ability to perform basic math functions.

Benefits

• Competitive starting hourly rates + opportunity to earn overtime!
• Step Program
• Quarterly safety bonus
• Company‑paid Smith Systems Defensive Training
• Company‑paid Med‑Card renewals
• Room for growth
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer‑paid life insurance
• Employee discount for services offered in your area
• Matching 401K
• 6 paid holidays, 2 paid floating holidays and generous paid time off plan
• Company‑paid uniforms
• Annual safety boot stipend

Pay

Base pay range: $26.00 – $