At NVT, we’re not just a business; we’re a commitment. We’re not merely offering services; we’re forging partnerships. In an era where industrial operations demand perfection, efficiency, and timeliness, we take pride in our unwavering dedication to our clients and our team. First and foremost, our commitment is to you, our valued client. We understand the intricacies of industrial operations and the need for reliable equipment and services. We’re here to support you, ensuring that your projects are completed not just on time but ahead of schedule. Our diverse fleet of trucks, pickers ..read more

  In the ever-evolving landscape of industrial services, innovation is the key to maintaining a competitive edge. Northern Vac Services has once again raised the bar with the latest addition of our new trucking division. As a pioneer in providing comprehensive solutions to industrial waste management and environmental services, we have consistently demonstrated our commitment to enhancing efficiency, minimizing environmental impact, and surpassing client expectations. Our company is poised to take our capabilities to unprecedented heights, allowing us to tackle even the most complex chall ..read more

  Welcome to this month’s blog, where we’re excited to share with you the incredible abilities of our gravel/box trucks. These remarkable vehicles play a crucial role in helping us tackle even the most challenging projects effortlessly. So, let’s dive into the fascinating world of these mighty trucks and discover the immense impact they have on our day-to-day operations and, most importantly, how they benefit you as our valued customer! With the recent expansion of our company, Northern Vac Services is proud to introduce a fleet of new gravel/box trucks, bolstering our ability to tackle l ..read more

  Northern Vac is thrilled to announce a momentous leap forward this May, with the recent acquisition of the Transportation Division of Green Energy Services Inc. DBA Fraction Energy Services, an addition that promises a major boost in our reach and capabilities. This news further emphasizes our dedication to developing innovative solutions and creating more value for both our partners and customers. With this acquisition, we will also be bringing in the expertise and experience of Fraction Energy’s Transportation Division. This division has a wealth of knowledge in hazardous materials tr ..read more

  As we gear up for the spring season, it’s important to think about all the potential challenges that come with the changing weather. From melting snow to increased runoff, there are a lot of factors that can impact the safety of our roads and communities. That’s where our Vac trucks come in – these powerful machines are capable of everything from deicing culverts to cleaning manholes and catch basins. With our fleet of state-of-the-art vac trucks, we’re equipped to take on any job, regardless of size or complexity. In this blog post, we’ll discuss what our vac trucks can do to help prep ..read more

At Northern Vac, we take pride in the work we do within our community. We are committed to giving back and supporting the people and organizations that have helped shape us into the company we are today. This year has been no exception, as we have donated both money and time to a variety of charitable causes. Here is a look at some of the work we’ve done in the past year! We made a 10-year commitment to the City of Fort St John by establishing a walking track at a local sports complex that will be extended to 2025 due to the COVID-19 pandemic. We have also extended our generosity beyond the ci ..read more

  Northern Vac Services is a company that is dedicated to creating a sustainable and positive presence in the local community. Not only do we provide top-quality services, but we are also committed to giving back to the local communities and indigenous groups that have supported us. Our involvement includes donations, employment opportunities, sponsorships, and more. We want to continue doing what we can to help out our neighbours and make our community a better place! We understand how important it is for these communities to have job security, which is why we strive to provide employmen ..read more

  Northern Vac Services of Fort St. John has partnered with Tailored Vac Services to offer experienced in-house hydro excavation and hydrovac truck services. Hydro excavation trucks – commonly referred to as hydrovacs – offer a more reliable and effective way to excavate as compared to traditional methods. Hydro excavation via a hydrovac truck is the process in which high-pressure water is used to loosen the soil and dig a hole or trench. The wet, muddy excavated material is then suctioned into a tank mounted on a hydrovac truck and carried offsite to a designated dumping location. The te ..read more

A plant turnaround is a highly-expensive planned period of regeneration in a plant or refinery. During this time, an entire part of the operation is shut down while the plant is inspected and revamped. Not only are the tools and labour required for executing a turnaround extremely expensive, but the revenue lost through shutting down elements of production can amount to a significant portion of an annual budget. With the world being so heavily reliant on oil and gas, planned stoppages are a necessary part of the refining process. These turnarounds can be due to a need for maintaining, renovati ..read more

One of the services that we offer at Northern Vac Services is topping up septic lagoons. This is the process of dumping into septic lagoons in order to keep their effluent levels up for winter. This is important because if the effluent level is not high enough, pipes running into the septic lagoon could freeze. With the hot summer Fort St. John and the entire Peace Region experienced, we have seen septic lagoon effluent levels drop due little precipitation and high rates of evaporation. What we do at Northern Vac Services is dump effluent from other jobs into septic lagoons that are noted to h ..read more