Industrial Vacuum Truck Operator (Class B CDL) – Bartow

About Us

Global Environmental & Industrial Response (GEIR) delivers environmental, industrial, and emergency response services to utility, mining, chemical, pulp and paper, and manufacturing industries. Our teams provide 24/7 industrial cleaning, hydro blasting, vacuum truck services, waste transportation and disposal, and specialized maintenance and turnaround services for sulfuric acid facilities, all with a strong commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.

Vacuum Truck / Jet Truck Operator (Class B CDL)

GEIR is seeking hardworking, safety-focused Vacuum Truck / Jet Truck Operators to join our growing team. This is a hands-on position that combines commercial driving with environmental and industrial field work.

Approximately  20% of your time will be spent driving , while  80% will involve operating equipment and supporting industrial cleaning, environmental services, and emergency response projects.  If you enjoy working outdoors, operating specialized equipment, and being part of a team that tackles challenging projects, this is the opportunity for you.

What You'll Do

- Operate vacuum trucks, jet trucks, and other specialized equipment

- Transport equipment and materials to customer and project sites

- Assist with industrial cleaning, environmental services, and emergency response operations

- Operate vacuum systems, hydro blasting equipment, pumps, hoses, and related tools

- Load and unload materials at treatment and disposal facilities

- Perform routine vehicle and equipment inspections

- Follow DOT regulations and company safety procedures

- Represent GEIR professionally on customer job sites

Work Schedule & Highlights

- Approximately  20% driving / 80% hands-on field work

- Local and regional travel with occasional overnight assignments

- Overtime opportunities based on project demands

- Shifts typically range from  8–12+ hours , with occasional weekends and emergency callouts

- Paid training and opportunities for career advancement

- Team-oriented, safety-first work environment

Physical Requirements

This position requires working in physically demanding industrial environments and varying weather conditions. Candidates must be able to:

- Lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds

- Work outdoors in hot, cold, wet, and dusty conditions

- Work in confined spaces and at elevated heights

- Wear required PPE, including respirators when necessary (clean-shaven status may be required for proper fit)

- Stand, bend, kneel, climb, and perform repetitive physical tasks throughout the workday

Required Qualifications

- Valid Class B Commercial Driver's License (CDL)

- Tanker Endorsement

- Current DOT Medical Examiner's Certificate

- Registered with the DOT Clearinghouse

- Clean driving record for the past three years

- Ability to pass a background check and drug screening

- Ability to lift 50 pounds and perform physically demanding outdoor work

- Ability to work in confined spaces, at heights, and wear respiratory protection when required

- Flexibility to work overtime, extended shifts, weekends, and emergency callouts

Preferred Qualifications

- HazMat Endorsement

- Two or more years of heavy equipment or industrial operations experience

- Experience with vacuum trucks, hydro blasting, or industrial cleaning equipment

- Environmental, industrial, construction, or related field service experience

- Mechanical aptitude and equipment troubleshooting skills

Benefits

- Six paid holidays

- Medical, dental, vision, and company-paid life insurance

- Paid Time Off (accrual begins on day one; available after 90 days)

- 401(k) with up to a 4% company match

- Regular pay increases and career development opportunities

- Optional accident, critical illness, disability, and hospital indemnity insurance

Drug-free workplace.

Background check required.

Global Environmental and Industrial Response is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Military Veterans are Encouraged to Apply.