Drainage Technician (Class 1/2 JetVac Driver)
24 hours ago
Durham
Drainage Technician (Class 1/2 JetVac Driving) Salary: £30,000–£35,000 per hour (Average Earnings of £40,000-£43,000pa) Location: Durham, County Durham Hours: Monday–Friday | 40 hours per week | Day Shift with Flexible Start & Finish Times Overtime: Paid at 1.5x after 40 hours Callout Rota: 1 in 5 paid at £135–£150 per week + callout bonus Job Type: Full Time, Permanent A well-established engineering service provider is seeking an experienced JetVac Driver (Class 1 or 2) to support planned and reactive drainage operations across commercial and industrial sites. This role suits a professional driver with experience operating JetVac / Tanker units, performing drainage clearance, and ensuring safe, compliant site work. Benefits • 22 days annual leave + bank holidays (30 total), • Annual leave paid at an average of hours / overtime worked, • Clear progression routes with training & development opportunities, • Company vehicle and fuel card provided, • Company pension + wider benefits (private healthcare, life assurance x4/x5, employee assistance programme, private medical appointments), • High street vouchers & UK retail discounts, • Overtime paid at 1.5x hourly rate + callout bonuses (average £2,000 per year), • Average of 10 hours overtime available weekly Key Responsibilities • Operate JetVac / tanker vehicles to carry out drainage clearance, unblocking, and cleaning operations., • Attend planned and reactive service jobs across industrial & commercial sites., • Perform safe jetting, vacuuming, and removal of waste from drainage systems, interceptors, chambers, and pipework., • Complete site risk assessments and maintain safe working practices., • Accurately update job information via PDA and complete all associated paperwork., • Communicate with site teams and clients, providing clear updates and maintaining professional conduct at all times. What We're Looking For • Experience operating JetVac, combi-unit, or tanker vehicles (essential)., • Valid Class 1 or Class 2 licence + CPC + Digi Card., • Strong understanding of drainage, wastewater, or industrial cleaning operations., • Confident working independently in a mobile field-based role., • Flexible approach with ability to support emergency call-outs., • Good awareness of safety practices and environmental compliance., • Willingness to travel and work varied site environments. Similar Job Titles JetVac Operator, Drainage Driver, Tanker Driver, Wastewater Operator, Class 2 Jetting Engineer, Drainage Technician, Combi Unit Driver, Industrial Services Driver, Class 1 Driver (Drainage) Interested? Interaction Recruitment support clients and candidates across Technical & Engineering, Industrial, Commercial, and more throughout the UK, offering both temporary and permanent solutions. For further information or to discuss similar opportunities, contact Reegan on 07969 154727 or email INDTE JTRA1_UKTJ