Hydrovac Operator

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Hydrovac Operator

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are skilled laborers running machinery designed to excavate and expose underground utilities safely. This role requires precision and expertise in equipment operation, safety protocols, and efficient excavation practices.

- Responsible for the successful completion of hydro excavation projects including utility line exposure, debris removal, slot trenching, and digging

- Operate Hydrovac trucks and equipment in a safe and professional manner

- Supervise activities of Hydrovac Laborers in order to ensure employee skill development

- Set up and inspect grounding and/or bonding procedures for Hydrovac operation

- Complete all required paperwork properly and within set time lines

- Perform pre and post-trip inspections, as well as routine maintenance

- Performing Required Daily Vacuum Excavation Tasks:

- Potholing Existing Underground Utilities for HDD Work

- Pole Holes, Anchors, and Trench Work for Company Divisions

- Exposing Existing Underground Utilities for New Placement and Maintenance Work

Success Factors

- Knowledge of basic underground utilities

- Skills in operating heavy equipment and machines proficiently and safely

- Ability to use time and equipment efficiently to complete projects on time

- Ability to communicate effectively in a team environment

- Mechanical aptitude

- Mapping and Print Reading

- Ability to work in confined spaces

- Mechanical ability; and knowledge of equipment and heavy vehicle operation, maintenance, and repair

- Repetitive Lifting of Vac Piping Connections

- Willingness and ability to learn additional skills

Experience And Education

- Class A CDL Air Brake and Tanker Endorsement is required

- Minimum of 1 year of related experience or training

Additional Requirements/Licenses/Certifications

- Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Driver’s License is required within two weeks of employment.

- Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks and pass a pre-employment drug screen.

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