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Lead VAC Truck Technician
at James Island Public Service District
Charleston, SC
Posted: 4-15-2025
Maintenance, Repair, and Installation
$53,531/year
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About this Career
Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics
Skills
Smoke Testing, Cleanliness, Operation Maintenance, Traffic Control, Commercial Driver's License (CDL), Sewer Systems, Wastewater, Occupational Safety And Health, Operations Management, CDL Class A License, Oil and Gas, Communication, Tanker Endorsement
Job Description
Lead VAC Truck Technician 2.7 2.7 out of 5 stars 1739 Signal Point Road, Charleston, SC 29412 Working at the James Island Public Service District is truly a rewarding experience! Nestled in the heart of a vibrant and scenic community, combining coastal living with the satisfaction of meaningful public service. Including SC State Benefits, employees enjoy NO COST employee health insurance, generous retirement plans, offering security and peace of mind for both individuals and families. One of the most attractive benefits is the flexibility of a four-day workweek, allowing for a better work-life balance and more personal time to recharge. This is an opportunity to make a tangible impact on the local community, while enjoying the natural beauty of James Island. Come and grow your career and life in a supportive environment that values your contributions, fosters development, and offers a balanced lifestyle enriched by the beauty and charm of James Island. Under the direct supervision of the Wastewater Operations Manager, performs and oversees skilled line, lateral, manhole, and wet well cleaning to the wastewater collection system. Responsible for communicating and coordinating daily work tasks with the Wastewater Crew Chief. Oversees work of the Technician assisting on VAC truck, under the direction/review of the Wastewater Operations Manager. This position is designated as in the event JIPSD's Emergency Operation Plan is activated. This position is subject to being assigned "On-call" status as needed to accommodate the needs of
JIPSD. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Utilizes mechanical cleaning equipment to clean sewer lines to relieve stoppages, prepare sewer lines for televising, clean sewer manholes/lines, and clean sewer lift station wet wells. Maintains cleanliness of equipment and truck used in cleaning and repairing sewer lines in accordance with the preventative maintenance system problem areas. Responsible for maintaining the VAC Truck and executing the daily work assignments. Ensures that appropriate equipment, such as nozzles, are used at each work site; ensures that all JIPSD safety regulations are followed, including requesting traffic control as needed. Performs smoke testing of sewer mains and laterals as directed. Performs inspections and reinspection's at various restaurants for compliance for the Fats, Oils, and Grease program. Maintains a twenty-four-hour on-call status for a two-week period in rotation with other Wastewater Department employees and is available for after-hours emergency calls. Must possess a valid South Carolina Commercial Driver's License (CDL) - Class A or B, with Tanker Endorsement. Performs other duties as assigned by the District.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of standards, practices, and equipment of wastewater system maintenance. Ability to abide by JIPSD's Code of Conduct/Behavioral Standards. Knowledge of the safety hazards and proper precautions relating to wastewater system maintenance. Knowledge of the geography of JIPSD. Ability to perform strenuous physical labor and exert up to 100 pounds of force. Ability to work well with colleagues and the public. Ability to follow work assignments without direct supervision. Ability to operate equipment used in the maintenance and repair of sewer systems. Acknowledge of the Fats, Oil and Grease program rules and regulations.MINIMUM EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
High School Diploma or GED plus five (5) years of experience in the operation, maintenance, and repair of heavy utility vehicles. Candidates are encouraged to apply at https://www.jipsd.org/current-openings/Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$45,600.00 - $61,462.00 per yearBenefits:
401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insuranceSchedule:
10 hour shiftLicense/Certification:
Driver's License (Required) Ability toCommute:
Charleston, SC 29412 (Required)Work Location:
In personOther Job Posting Details
Salary
Minimum
Maximum
$45,600/yr
$61,462/yr