Vacuum Truck Operator

Kansas City, MO 64118

Construct your career with Mears and build America's future

Are you looking for your next big opportunity? At Mears Group we offer more than just a job. We offer a career where you can grow, innovate, and make a real impact.

Mears Group, Inc., a Quanta Services company, is a leader in the construction and infrastructure industry. With more than 50 years of experience, we are committed to safety, quality, and integrity. We bring together people and resources to build the framework that powers our nation.

Class A CDL Driver / Vacuum Truck Operator

We’re looking for a CDL Driver / Vacuum Truck Operator to join our crew operating in Kansas City, MO and the surrounding area. As an Operator, you will play a crucial role in supporting directional drilling and Micro Trenching operations. You will be responsible for transporting equipment to project locations and operating hydro-excavation vacuum trucks for potholing and bore mud support. This is a great opportunity to get hands-on experience and build your career with a national company.

Why join Mears?

• Build America: Mears is a leading provider of engineering and construction solutions in oil and gas, electric transmission and distribution, telecom, and wastewater industries across North America.

• Professional growth:  Mears offers comprehensive training programs and career advancement pathways.

• Competitive compensation:  Enjoy competitive wages and excellent benefits.

• Community impact : We give back to the communities we serve.

Safety that brings you home:

At Mears, safety is our utmost priority. We are at the forefront of enhancing safety outcomes for both our employees and clients. We empower our workers to take ownership of their own safety. The Capacity Model is designed to minimize the risk of accidents and injuries.

Benefits & compensation:

Despite our size, Mears remains a family company. Our suite of benefits reflects our commitment to our employees.

• Paid on-the-job technical and professional growth opportunities

• Established career path for future advancement

• 401k and Roth 401(k) retirement savings plans

• Health, prescription, dental, vision plans

• Life & Disability Insurance plans

• Financial wellness program

• Employee assistance program

• Employee discount programs

Essential Duties:

• Operate and maneuver tractor trailers or truck/trailer combinations

• Conduct safety checks on brakes, steering column, lights, and mirrors

• Perform excavation tasks using vacuum trucks to support directional drilling

• Transporting finished goods and raw materials over land to and from manufacturing plants

• Inspecting vehicles for mechanical items and perform preventative maintenance

• Maneuver trucks into loading or unloading positions

• Safely load, transport, and deliver construction materials and equipment

• Adhere to loading protocols and inspect trailers before and after loading

• Provide labor support as needed for specialty crew

• Document and log work periods

• Collect and verify delivery instructions

• Follow traffic safety regulations and report any unsafe vehicle or road conditions

• Report defects, accidents, or violations

• Maintain a clean job site, pick up all tools and equipment, and secure the job site

• Use personal safety equipment

• Follow all health and safety regulations when operating equipment

• Other tasks assigned

Key Qualifications:

• Valid Class A CDL License with Tanker Endorsement

• 2+ years of CDL driving experience with a strong safety record.

• Experience in construction or utility work is a plus.

• Familiar and compliant with Federal DOT safety, and drug & alcohol testing regulations

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Travel as needed

• Able to work extended hours as needed

• Physical activity required for role

• Work outside in a range of weather conditions, including hot and cold weather

• Standing and walking for extended periods on uneven surfaces

• Repeated motions such as kneeling, climbing, crouching, crawling, reaching

• Repeatedly lifting loads up to 50 pounds overhead

• Move about, in, and around construction vehicles

• Good vision (either normal or corrected) and good balance

• Manual dexterity to operate vehicles and use hand and power tools

• Work from heights of up to 50 ft, including on ladders, lifts, elevated platforms, scaffolds, aerial lifts, catwalks, or other safe work areas

• Work as needed in tight spaces, including in manholes, utility tunnels, crawl spaces, and attics

• May need to drive or ride in vehicles for long distances to reach job site

• Pass Pre-Employment drug screen and background check

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.