About Florida Septic

Florida Septic is a family-owned and operated business producing over 10,000 septic tanks a year. Started in 1961 by Treston and Dulcie Vause, the company has grown to become the largest employer in their hometown, Hawthorne, Florida.

Treston and Dulcie were founding members of the Florida Onsite Wastewater Association (FOWA) and a driving force in improving the standards of the septic tank industry.

The keys to the company's phenomenal success have been it's extensive inventory and close eye on the industry. Florida Septic remains involved with state legislation, with flexibility built into the manufacturing process to fabricate tank forms according to changes in state regulations. Accurate tracking and projection of industry sales and trends have contributed to Florida Septic's position of prominence over the years.

The people behind the company

After Treston passed away in 1987, his wife, Dulcie, and daughters, Ellen, Susan, and Nancy, continued the business in the same spirit with which their father had run the company. A dedicated family of employees and an environment that encourages people to excel keeps the company innovative and flexible.

Joan "Ellen" Vause, President

Ellen handles day-to-day operations, including precast operations, pricing policies, hiring, sales, and marketing. One of a handful of females holding a master contractor's license in Florida's septic tank industry, she has served as past president of both FOWA and the Florida Wastewater Recycling Association (FWRA) and as an officer of the National Onsite Wastewater Recycling Association (NOWRA). She serves on the Board of Certification for Environmental Health Professionals and has consulted for the Dept. of Health (DOH), Dept. of Environmental Protection (DEP), and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Susan Vause Palmer, Vice President

Susan manages the accounting department, insurance, and computer purchases, and she is supervisor of safety. She handles community relations as well as donations and support for local school programs and children's recreational leagues. Susan is a member and past president of the Hawthorne Chamber of Commerce. She is treasurer of the Hawthorne Women's Club and a member of the Gainesville Builders Association.

Dulcie Vause, Secretary/Treasurer

A founding member of the company, Dulcie remains involved by managing accounts receivables and consulting on all areas of the business.

William "Bill" Robinson, General Manager

Bill has been with Florida Septic for over 30 years, and he knows the business inside and out. As the general manager, he oversees many aspects of the company, including Florida Septic's inroads in environmental responsibility. He also monitors the quality control of our products and ensures our fleet of trucks are kept in top condition.

Donald Crosby, Sales Manager

A 26-year veteran of the industry, Donald manages sales and client service at Florida Septic. He makes sure orders are filled and delivered promptly around the state of Florida. This involves coordinating Florida Septic's large product inventory and busy delivery schedules. He assigns cranes and equipment based on customers' needs and sees that everything is taken care of the way it should be.