Septic Technician

About USS

United Site Services is the industry leader in comprehensive site services, committed to creating partnerships that help enable our customers’ project and event success. Our deep industry expertise, excellence in process management, and dedication to corporate responsibility are pillars of our value proposition; each supported by tangible, best-practice programs.

Our success is fueled by the dedication and collaboration of our diverse team, which includes field technicians, customer care representatives, sales professionals, and functional experts. Each member of our team plays a vital role in ensuring a seamless and reliable experience for our customers.

By joining United Site Services, you will be part of an organization that values continuous improvement, teamwork, and excellence in every aspect of our business.

Primary Purpose

The Septic Technician operates a company service truck and drives to various locations to service/pump septic tanks. This is the heart of our business, so this job is very important to us.

Requires CDL Class A or B with Tanker endorsement

Essential Functions

• Wash truck weekly- inside & out
• Complete paperwork -- pricing, locations, conditions
• Daily pre & post-trip -- (check fluids & tires). Confirm all supplies are loaded on the truck
• Review and map out next day jobs
• Daily DOT forms to be completed
• Complete the Ten-point septic service guideline
• Use the tank's main access (largest opening) for routine cleaning, if accessible
• Observe the liquid level in the tank to determine if it is above the outlet
• Remove waste to within two inches of the tank bottom
• Notify the customer when sewage flows into the tank from the drainage area
• Observe and note defective septic system components on work order
• Recommend any Maintenance or Service using the Optional Service Sheet
• Notify the customer in writing of any unsatisfactory conditions observed
• Attend training opportunities as requested
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• CDL Class A or B with Tanker endorsement
• Non-Hazardous Liquid Waste Experience 
• Customer Service
• Teamwork
• Time Management
• Communications
• Decision Making and Problem Solving

Physical Requirements

• Sit while driving and stand while servicing products
• Use hands and fingers to handle, control or feel objects tools or controls
• Repeat the same movements
• See details of objects that are less than a few feet away and also at greater distance
• Speak clearly so customers can understand
• Understand the speech of another person
• Hear sounds and recognize the difference between them
• Walk up to 30 minutes at a time without exertion
• Enter and exit equipment by stepping and kneeling
• Lift up to 40lbs from your waist to your shoulders
• Lift 30lbs from the floor to your head
• Crouch and squat
• Push 100lbs and pull 100lbs horizontally

Benefits Summary

All full-time employees working an average of 30 hours or more per week are eligible for the following benefits:

• Holiday & Paid Time Off (pro-rated for Part-Time employees)
• Medical/Pharmacy
• Dental
• Vision
• Employer-Paid Short-Term Disability
• Employer-Paid Employee Basic Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Voluntary Employee Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment
• Voluntary Spousal Life
• Voluntary Dependent Life
• Hospital Indemnity, Accident and Critical Illness
• Commuter/Transit Account
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account
• Health Savings Account 
• 401(k) with employer match
• Employer-Paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Discounts

Salary Range

$21.66 – $30.33 / hour

Pay Transparency Statement

At United Site Services, our salary ranges reflect the minimum and maximum base pay for the posted position applicable to all locations across the US. Within the posted salary range, individual pay is determined by the geographic location, job related skills, experience, education, and certifications. Our total compensation package includes base pay plus a comprehensive benefits program.

EEO Statement

Some positions may require secure site access and/or domestic air travel. All candidates for positions which require secure site access and/or domestic air travel must possess an acceptable form of identification to comply with state and federal regulations, such as REAL ID-compliant driver’s license or state ID, or U.S. passport. This statement is not intended to require documentation beyond what is acceptable under the federal I-9 form process administered by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS); and should not be construed as creating additional employment eligibility verification requirements.

United Site Services is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with applicable law, we prohibit discrimination against any applicant or employee based on any legally-recognized basis, including, but not limited to: race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, lactation, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation , gender identity , age (40 and over), national origin or ancestry, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including testing and characteristics), veteran status, uniformed servicemember status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Our commitment to equal opportunity employment applies to all persons involved in our operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee, including supervisors and co-workers.