Small Scavenger Truck Technician in Laurel, Maryland at Joseph J Magnolia

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 and safety-focused Small Scavenger Truck Technician to join our Wastewater Management team in Laurel, MD. The ideal candidate will have experience operating vacuum trucks and performing service, maintenance, and repair work on a variety of wastewater systems.

• Safely operate small scavenger and vacuum trucks to complete assigned service work.
• Perform general diagnostic, maintenance, and repair work on wastewater systems.
• Service grease interceptors, stormwater management facilities, oil/sand interceptors, elevator shaft pits, ejector systems, septic tanks, and sewer lines.
• Operate the tools and equipment necessary to complete service assignments.
• Follow applicable Federal Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations and disposal facility requirements.
• Maintain accurate service records, inspection reports, and related documentation.
• Conduct routine inspections of vehicles and equipment to ensure proper operation and safety compliance.
• Respond to service calls promptly and professionally.
• Work collaboratively with team members and management to complete assignments efficiently.
• Follow company safety procedures and maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Obtain and maintain required certifications and safety training, including Confined Space Safety Certification.

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Valid regular driver's license required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid DOT medical card.
• At least one year of experience operating vacuum trucks or similar vehicles preferred.
• Working knowledge of wastewater systems, including grease interceptors, stormwater management facilities, oil/sand interceptors, elevator shaft pits, ejector systems, septic tanks, and sewer lines preferred.
• Knowledge of applicable DOT regulations and disposal facility requirements preferred.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Confined Space Safety Certification.
• Basic math, reading, and communication skills.
• Ability to safely drive, lift, and operate the tools and equipment required for the position.
• Flexibility to work varying schedules as needed.
• Strong commitment to workplace safety and compliance 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.