Septic Trucks

Septic trucks are highly specialized vehicles equipped with a vacuum-like system. The purpose of a septic truck is to empty a septic system. On the rear of the truck is a tank. This tank features a large pump, which is the workhorse of the vehicle. This pump is what powers the vacuuming process. 

A septic truck is pulled up alongside the septic system. Here, the hose vacuum is inserted into the septic system. The pump is activated and the work begins. A septic truck is capable of pumping and emptying a septic system quickly and efficiently. 

Due to the unique nature of this commercial truck, there truly is no other commercial vehicle equipped to handle the job of emptying septic systems. A septic truck is a necessary beast.

The weight of a septic truck will vary greatly depending on the size of the tank and whether or not the tank is full. With a 1,900-gallon tank, a septic truck will weigh in at around 28,000 pounds when completely filled. 

It is important to know what the exact specifications are for the septic truck you purchase. Generally, you will find most tanks on a septic truck range between a 1,500 to 2,500-gallon capacity. The right truck for your needs will depend on what septic systems you will be pumping. 

Additionally, not only does the tank size differ, but the type of pump also varies. This plays a significant role in how quickly the tank can be pumped. 

Septic trucks are usually pulled up as close as possible to the septic system. However, some septic pump trucks can pump as far as 200 feet away from the system. These specialized trucks are ideal for situations in which the septic system access point is difficult to reach with a normal truck.

Generally, most septic trucks are designed to pump from only a short distance away. It is common to see a septic truck pull up directly alongside the access point to the septic system. From here, a short hose will reach from the truck tank to the hole, allowing for quick pumping services. If you are considering the purchase of a septic truck, be sure you take time to learn more about the distances this commercial truck’s hose can reach. 

Septic tanks are an incredibly strong piece of equipment and are located on the back of the truck. Here you will find a pumping system that utilizes a powerful vacuum pump to suck wastewater or sewage out of a septic system into the storage tank. 

To operate a septic tank truck, the vacuum pump is turned on. Next, suction is confirmed prior to use. Finally, the pump is connected to a large line, which is placed into the access point for the septic system. Now, the work begins and the wastewater or sewage is drawn out of the ground and into the holding tank. 

Septic trucks make it possible to safely empty a septic system and then transport the wastewater or sewage to a different location. The wastewater and sewage are then disposed of efficiently in the desired location.

As with all large vehicles, whether or not you will need a CDL to drive a septic tank varies from state to state and depends on the size of the truck. Septic trucks come equipped with a variety of different sized tanks. These tanks can transport anywhere from 1,500 gallons of wastewater and sewage to 2,500 gallons. 

In most cases, an employer will require a CDL to drive a septic tank. Not only that, but some training will also be required to learn how to operate the septic truck. Unlike other commercial vehicles, septic trucks necessitate learning how to operate additional equipment. It is important to understand how to use the vacuum pump safely and how to connect the hose to a septic system. 

Always check with local regulations before operating any commercial truck.