Danos

End-to-end energy services, safely delivered

Vacuum Truck Driver

Truck & Heavy Vehicle DrivingConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeRefugio, TX, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

At least 2 years of vacuum truck operation experience in oil and gas.
H2S awareness training and certification.
Knowledge of line break and hose connection procedures.
Strong defensive driving skills and a clean driving record.
Ability to work effectively without direct supervision.
Ability to lift 50 pounds, climb on and off the truck, connect heavy hoses, and perform walking, bending, and stooping.
Ability to wear personal protective equipment, including a respirator.
High School Diploma or GED.
Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.

Responsibilities

Operate a vacuum truck to remove produced water, oil, and tank bottoms from production facilities.
Transport fluids to disposal facilities or designated locations.
Connect and disconnect hoses safely while following line break procedures.
Monitor vacuum and pressure levels during operations.
Operate high-pressure pump equipment for well cleanout and fluid transfer at West Ranch.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections.
Maintain vehicle cleanliness and housekeeping standards.
Complete daily field tickets, run sheets, and required documentation.
Participate in safety meetings, job safety analyses, and hazard identification.
Monitor hydrogen sulfide levels when working with produced fluids.
Coordinate fluid-handling priorities with Lease Operators and supervisors.
Follow Hilcorp and Danos safety policies and procedures.
This position does not involve confined space entry or hot work.

Desired Qualifications

A valid Class A or B commercial driver's license with tanker endorsement is preferred.
Experience with high-pressure pump equipment is preferred for West Ranch.

Overview

The Vacuum Truck Driver is responsible for operating vacuum trucks to remove and transport produced fluids, tank bottoms, and other materials from oil and gas production facilities. At West Ranch, this role also includes high-pressure pump truck operation for well cleanout, fluid transfer, and pressure operations. This position supports Lease Operators and maintenance personnel by providing fluid handling services essential to daily production operations.

Responsibilities

Operate vacuum truck to remove produced water, oil, and tank bottoms from production facilities
Transport fluids to disposal facilities or designated locations
Connect and disconnect hoses safely, following line break procedures
Monitor vacuum and pressure levels during operations
Operate high-pressure pump equipment for well cleanout and fluid transfer (West Ranch scope)
Perform pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections
Maintain vehicle cleanliness and housekeeping standards
Complete daily field tickets, run sheets, and required documentation
Participate in safety meetings, JSAs, and hazard identification
Monitor H2S levels when working with produced fluids
Coordinate with Lease Operators and supervisors on fluid handling priorities
Follow all Hilcorp and Danos safety policies and procedures

Qualifications

Minimum 2 years of vacuum truck operation experience in oil and gas
Valid Class A or B CDL with tanker endorsement preferred
H2S awareness training and certification
Knowledge of line break and hose connection procedures
Experience with high-pressure pump equipment preferred (for West Ranch)
Strong defensive driving skills and clean driving record
Ability to work effectively without direct supervision
Physical requirements: Must be able to lift 50 lbs., climb on/off truck, connect heavy hoses. Walking, bending, stooping required. Must be able to wear PPE including respirator.
High School Diploma or GED
Valid Driver's License with acceptable driving record
Note: This position does not involve confined space entry or hot work.

About the Company

Danos

End-to-end energy services, safely delivered

Danos provides end-to-end integrated service solutions for the energy and industrial sectors, focusing on safely delivering projects on time and within budget. Its offerings cover a range of field services, maintenance, and project execution, coordinated to work together as a single package rather than in separate contracts. The company emphasizes strong safety performance, a values-based culture, and high levels of employee engagement and training to ensure consistent quality and reliability. What sets Danos apart is its commitment to safety and people—embedding training and a collaborative culture to earn customer trust and loyalty, rather than relying on a single product or service. The goal is to be a trusted industry partner that consistently delivers dependable results for clients by prioritizing safety, open communication, and meticulous execution.

Company size: 1,001-5,000
Company stage: Not listed
Total funding: Not listed
Headquarters: Gray, LA
Founded: 1947

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