Industrial Vacuum Truck Operator

Nanaimo, BC, Canada

Pay Rate: $37.79 per hour · Full-time

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Pay: Pay Rate: $37.79 per hour
Job type: Full-time
Apply by: Dec 10, 2026
Posting language: English
Posted: Nov 10, 2026

Original job description

Position Summary

Our GFL Industrial Services team is seeking a Vacuum Truck Operator in Nanaimo or Port Alberni. The responsibilities include but are not limited to transporting, removing, delivering, and collecting diverse liquid and solid hazardous wastes from different locations. Additionally, the successful candidate will be required to assist with swamping and undertake various physical tasks to support the team. This role also provides the opportunity to operate a wide range of vac trucks and gain experience with high pressure pumps and equipment.

Specific Duties And Responsibilities

Operate vacuum trucks and high-pressure pumps and equipment to perform tasks required by the customer.
Set up and control hoses attached to the pumps to ensure the safe and effective pumping of water.
Maintain and update the driver's logbook daily.
Ensure all equipment and tooling is cleaned and stored in the appropriate unit, case, or container before it is returned to the shop.
Participate in job site preparation, including the rigging in/out of equipment.
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Valid Class 3 drivers’ license with an acceptable commercial driving abstract; Class 1 driver’s license is an asset.
Must be able to operate manual transmission.
Ability to travel when required.
Flexibility of working after-hours for any call outs.
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 preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Ability to work in all weather conditions for extended periods of time.
Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 50lbs.
Positive attitude and a strong sense of pride in your work.
Ability to provide exceptional customer service to GFL clients and customers.
Must be motivated, able to multi-task, and effectively collaborate in a team environment.
Willingness to take direction and work effectively in stressful situations.
Enthusiastic self-starter with a strong work ethic and proven track record for success.
Reliable team player that is supportive of co-workers.

Pay Rate: $37.79 per hour

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Specific Duties And Responsibilities

Operate vacuum trucks and high-pressure pumps and equipment to perform tasks required by the customer.
Set up and control hoses attached to the pumps to ensure the safe and effective pumping of water.
Maintain and update the driver's logbook daily.
Ensure all equipment and tooling is cleaned and stored in the appropriate unit, case, or container before it is returned to the shop.
Participate in job site preparation, including the rigging in/out of equipment.
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Valid Class 3 drivers’ license with an acceptable commercial driving abstract; Class 1 driver’s license is an asset.
Must be able to operate manual transmission.
Ability to travel when required.
Flexibility of working after-hours for any call outs.
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 preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Ability to work in all weather conditions for extended periods of time.
Ability to stand for long periods of time and lift up to 50lbs.
Positive attitude and a strong sense of pride in your work.
Ability to provide exceptional customer service to GFL clients and customers.
Must be motivated, able to multi-task, and effectively collaborate in a team environment.
Willingness to take direction and work effectively in stressful situations.
Enthusiastic self-starter with a strong work ethic and proven track record for success.
Reliable team player that is supportive of co-workers.

Pay Rate: $37.79 per hour

#GFLTalent

Job ID:

R40998

Job Profile:

U - Industrial Services Operator

Job Country:

Canada
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Responsibilities

Operate vacuum trucks, high-pressure pumps, and related equipment to transport and handle liquid and solid hazardous waste, while safely setting up and controlling hoses. Maintain driver logs, clean and store equipment, and assist with job site preparation, rigging, and other physical tasks.

Requirements

A valid Class 3 driver's license and acceptable commercial driving abstract are required; a Class 1 license is an asset, and the operator must be able to drive a manual transmission. Candidates must be able to travel, work after-hours callouts, perform physically demanding work in varied conditions, and collaborate effectively; industrial pulp and paper or oil and gas experience is preferred.

Skills

Vacuum Truck Operation
High-Pressure Pump Operation
Hose Setup and Control
Commercial Driving
Manual Transmission Operation
Driver Logbook Maintenance
Equipment Cleaning and Storage
Job Site Preparation
Equipment Rigging
Hazardous Waste Handling
Physical Stamina
Customer Service
Multitasking
Teamwork
Working in Extreme Weather
Confined Space Work

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Keywords

Vacuum Truck
High-Pressure Pumps
Hazardous Waste
Liquid Waste
Solid Waste
Class 3 Driver's License
Class 1 Driver's License
Commercial Driving Abstract
Manual Transmission
Driver Logbook
Equipment Cleaning
Equipment Storage
Job Site Preparation
Equipment Rigging
Confined Spaces
Working at Heights
Extreme Weather
Industrial Services
Pulp and Paper
Oil and Gas
After-Hours Callouts
Customer Service

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