Vac Truck Driver and UCO Service Technician

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

About Northern Gulf Services:
 
Northern Gulf is a renewable fuel logistics and distribution company, focused on aggregating, separating and selling used-cooking oil (“UCO”) along the Gulf coast. The company seeks to make a positive impact on the local community and environment. Our business places collection bins at customer locations to collect UCO and grease from cooking and food production operations. Representative customers include: restaurants, stadiums, institutions and food manufacturing facilities.
 
 Job description:
This dual-role position involves safely operating a vacuum (vac) truck to collect used cooking oil (UCO) from restaurants, commercial kitchens, and related businesses, plus installing, replacing, and maintaining on-site pump systems and extraction equipment for UCO collection. You will handle both driving/collection routes and hands-on mechanical work on pump systems, tanks, hoses, and related infrastructure.
 
 QUALIFICATIONS:

• CDL Class A License (required)
• Tanker Endorsement
• TWIC Card
• One year of Class A driving experience (Preferred)
• 1 - 3 years of experience in a waste collection role (Preferred)
• Basic maintenance / mechanical aptitude (Preferred)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Safely operate a Class A CDL vacuum/tanker truck (PTO-driven pumps and hoses) to collect UCO from outdoor bins, indoor tanks, or pump systems at customer locations.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections, complete driver logs/DVIR, and comply with all DOT, FMCSA, and company safety regulations.
• Pump, load, and transport UCO; clean and maintain collection containers/tanks; secure equipment; and document volumes, conditions, and any issues.
• Install, replace, retrofit, and troubleshoot pump systems, piping, hoses, valves, controls, and related equipment for extracting UCO from businesses.
• Assist with or perform related tasks such as delivering/swapping bins or tanks, basic mechanical repairs, system priming/testing, and training customer staff on safe operation.
• Maintain vehicle and equipment cleanliness and perform basic upkeep.
• Provide professional customer service, report incidents or equipment problems promptly, and complete required paperwork/route documentation.
• Follow all environmental, spill-prevention, and safety protocols.

 
BENEFITS:

• Hourly schedule, consistent work
• Hourly pay with overtime
• Adequate tools and equipment
• Opportunity for upward mobility
• Paid holidays, vacation, and personal time off
• Affordable medical & dental insurance

SCHEDULE:

• For training on the procedures and vehicles Monday thru Friday for approximately 2-3 weeks
• After training is complete the schedule will be Wednesday thru Sunday