Class AZ or DZ Driver/Operator, Hydrovac

CEDA; Greater Sudbury; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

CEDA is seeking 3 experienced Hydrovac Driver/Operators to operate hydrovac equipment and support a variety of mining operations in Sudbury or areas north, Ontario.

We offer full-time and temporary positions with shifts typically 7-7. Wages range from $30 to $37 per hour, with benefits starting on hire and overtime eligibility.

Qualifications

• Valid AZ or DZ licence; clean driving record
• 2–3+ years hydrovac experience preferred
• Able to pass pre-employment drug test
• Willing to travel throughout Ontario

Responsibilities

• Operate hydrovac equipment and related tools
• Perform maintenance and checks on hydrovac gear
• Drive manual transmissions
• Work 7-7 shifts and outdoors in varying weather
• Ensure safety of team and property
• Complete required paperwork and safety documents

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Safety-focused

Confined spaces

Physical fitness

Respiratory equipment

Team player

Job description

Class AZ or DZ Driver/Operator, Hydrovac

• Full-time

In a complex and ever-changing world, we’re the ones who get it done. CEDA is where resourcefulness meets inventiveness, where experience meets innovation and where challenges inspire world-class solutions. With over 50 years of hands-on experience, our skilled workforce takes on the toughest industrial projects with determination, ingenuity and a results-driven approach—always with safety at the forefront.

We help industries thrive by delivering reliable industrial and environmental services that maximize production, mitigate risk and prevent costly outages. Powered by cutting-edge technologies, CEDA provides more than 120 specialized services and cost-effective solutions across North America, creating exceptional value for our clients.

We are committed to putting the right people, in the right place, at the right time while offering an inclusive work environment, opportunities for professional development, a competitive compensation package and excellent benefits.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, CEDA has opportunities for you!

CEDA is currently seeking 3 highly experienced, self-motivated, responsible Hydrovac Driver/Operators to operate and maintain a variety of hydrovac equipment and various specialty tools. Locations for these positions will be required for various mining operations within Sudbury or areas north!

What We Offer:

• Full-time and Temporary work available.
• $30 - $37 per hour
• Benefits and pension start upon hire
• Eligible for Overtime
• Shift work will be required, typical shifts will be 7-7 AM or PM
• Variety:changing work scopes from one day to the next – there is always a new challenge
• Be a part of a trueteam. Our work is difficult but we get it done safely, with great people

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• Operate proficiently hydrovac equipment, high pressure water equipment and various specialty tools
• Complete minor maintenance and checks on hydrovac equipment
• Proficient in driving manual transmissions
• 90% of your day is outside of the truck, boots on the ground!
• Provide guidance to Labourers as required
• Ensure safety for all team members and property
• Work as part of a team and follow direction from supervision
• Work outdoors in a variety of weather conditions
• Complete required paperwork for unit pre-trip, inspections, job reports and safety documents
• Strictly observe and enforce all company and client safety requirements
• Challenge your eye for detail, practice what we preach. Take your time, get the job done right the first time and safely every time
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Valid class AZ or DZ licence with no more than 5 demerits in the last two years
• 2-3+ years of directly related work experience operating hydrovacs is required
• Must pass a CEDA’s Driver Assessment in a manual transmission (10, 13 and 18 speed)
• Able to provide a negative result on a pre-employment drug and alcohol test
• Able to travel throughout Ontario (flexibility in scheduling is required)

Skills:

• Strong mechanical aptitude
• You are safety focused when it comes to people and equipment
• Experience and comfort with confined spaces
• Perform physically demanding work including climbing multiple flights of stairs and carrying equipment (able to lift up to 50 pounds on a regular basis)
• Comfortable with the use of additional respiratory equipment and air supply; wearing a full face mask and carrying your own source of oxygen
• You’re happiest working in a team, sharing a laugh with your coworkers and getting the job done safely

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be an exhausted list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.