Large Scavenger Truck Technician

About Magnolia Plumbing, LLC

For over 75 years, Magnolia Plumbing, LLC has proudly served the DC metropolitan area, delivering reliable solutions for both residential and commercial customers across heating and cooling (HVAC), plumbing, wastewater management, and underground site utility work.

We believe the best service starts with the best people, so we hire the best and invest in their success.

Magnolia Plumbing, LLC is seeking a dependable, experienced, and safety-focused Large Scavenger Truck Technician to join our Wastewater Management team in Laurel, MD. The ideal candidate will have experience operating large vacuum and scavenger trucks and performing service, maintenance, and repair work on a variety of commercial and residential wastewater systems.

This position requires strong driving skills, attention to detail, mechanical aptitude, and a commitment to workplace safety and excellent customer service. 

Responsibilities

• Safely operate large scavenger and vacuum trucks to complete assigned wastewater service work.
• Perform general diagnostic, maintenance, and repair work on wastewater systems.
• Service grease interceptors, stormwater management facilities, oil/water separators, oil/sand interceptors, elevator shaft pits, ejector systems, septic tanks, and sewer lines.
• Operate truck-mounted vacuum systems, pumps, hoses, and other specialized equipment necessary to complete service assignments.
• Safely transport, handle, and dispose of wastewater and waste materials in accordance with applicable regulations and disposal facility requirements.
• Follow applicable Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and company safety procedures.
• Maintain accurate service records, inspection reports, disposal documentation, and related paperwork.
• Conduct routine pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles and equipment to ensure proper operation and safety compliance.
• Monitor vehicle and equipment performance and report any mechanical issues or maintenance concerns.
• Respond to scheduled and emergency service calls promptly and professionally.
• Work collaboratively with team members, dispatch, and management to complete assignments efficiently.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe truck, equipment, and work environment.
• Follow company safety procedures and applicable environmental and regulatory requirements.
• Obtain and maintain required certifications and safety training, including Confined Space Safety Certification.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Appropriate Commercial Driver's License (CDL) required if applicable to the assigned vehicle.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid DOT medical card.
• At least one year of experience operating large vacuum trucks, scavenger trucks, tanker trucks, or similar heavy-duty vehicles preferred.
• Working knowledge of wastewater systems, including grease interceptors, stormwater management facilities, oil/water separators, oil/sand interceptors, elevator shaft pits, ejector systems, septic tanks, and sewer lines preferred.
• Experience operating truck-mounted vacuum systems, pumps, hoses, and related equipment preferred.
• Knowledge of applicable DOT regulations, vehicle safety requirements, and disposal facility requirements preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Confined Space Safety Certification.
• Basic math, reading, writing, and communication skills.
• Ability to safely drive, maneuver, and operate large commercial vehicles and specialized equipment.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work, including lifting, pulling hoses, bending, climbing, and working outdoors in varying weather conditions.
• Ability to work in confined spaces and challenging environments when properly trained and authorized.
• Flexibility to work varying schedules, overtime, and emergency service calls as needed.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety, environmental compliance, and company procedures.
• Dependable, professional, and team-oriented attitude.
• Must successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Benefits & Culture 

• Medical benefits starting the first of the month, plus company-paid life insurance and long-term disability.
• Company contributions to 401(k) and HSA.
• Company-paid Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and mental health coverage.
• Company-paid Basic Life Insurance Policy.
• Paid time off (PTO) available from day one.
• Empowered environment: we trust you to own your work.
• Opportunity to pursue trade school and ongoing professional development.
• Safety Incentive bonus.

As part of our standard hiring process, this role requires completion of a background check and drug screening following an offer of employment.