Hydrovac Operator

Forbes Bros. Group; Prince Albert; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A utility services company in Prince Albert, SK is seeking a Hydrovac Operator. The role involves operating and maintaining hydrovac trucks, adhering to safety protocols, and performing manual labor in various conditions. Applicants must have a Class 3 driver's license with airbrake endorsement and experience in the construction industry is an asset. This position offers competitive wages and a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Competitive Hourly Wage (Starting at $22/hr)

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Enrolment in Pension Program

Vacation Pay and Stat Holiday Pay

Annual boot allowance of $250

Annual clothing allowance of up to $900

Opportunities for career growth

Qualifications

• Must have Class 3 driver's license with airbrake endorsement.
• General knowledge of construction principles is an asset.
• Willingness to travel and flexibility in work hours is required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate and maintain hydrovac trucks.
• Perform pre and post trip inspections, roadside repairs.
• Assist crew members as required.

Skills

Vacuum/Hydrovac truck operation

Construction industry experience

Safety adherence

Manual labor capacity

Education

Class 3 driver's license with airbrake endorsement

CSTS certification

Ground Disturbance Level II

Job description

Overview

Forbes Bros Ltd. is looking for a skilled, full-time, permanent Hydrovac Operator (full-time, permanent) to join our growing team supporting our projects based out of the Prince Albert, SK region.

The Hydrovac Operator will require successful candidates to safely operate and maintain Vacuum/Hydrovac trucks as required at multiple projects and work sites. The ideal candidate would possess working experience operating Vacuum/Hydrovac trucks in addition to experience within the construction industry. This role requires adherence to safety protocols and policies, equipment maintenance, and working in various weather conditions and environments.

Forbes Bros Ltd. has a family-oriented culture that focuses on flexibility, growth & respect in the workplace. Welcome to this exciting career opportunity!

What We Offer

• Competitive Hourly Wage (Starting at $22/hr)
• Comprehensive Benefits Package
• Enrolment in Pension Program
• Vacation Pay and Stat Holiday Pay
• Annual boot allowance of $250 & annual clothing allowance of up to $900
• Frequent overtime and weekend hours opportunity
• Family orientated working environment
• Opportunities for career growth and development

Key Responsibilities

• Lives Forbes Bros. value of WE WORK SAFE & never compromises on safety in all aspects of our everyday
• Responsible for preforming pre & post trip inspections, roadside repairs, and general clean-up of units
• Drives and operators hydrovac units to complete tasks associated with daylighting, excavation, trenching & shorting
• Rigging in and rigging out of equipment, hoses, fittings, pipes, etc., as per job specification
• Complete all required paperwork daily
• Provide hands-on assistance to crew members as required
• Read and understand drawings & making calculations and adjustments in grades
• Perform other tasks related to this function as assigned

Candidate Requirements

• Class 3 driver's license with airbrake endorsement, is required
• General knowledge of the principals involved in the operation of construction, boring/directional drilling and underground utilities considered an asset
• Construction Safety Training Systems (CSTS) certification, an asset
• Ground Disturbance Level II, an asset
• Ability to work in field/site with travel and work hour flexibility to accommodate to remote/site work schedule
• Physically fit and able to perform manual labor in varying weather conditions and environments, inclusive of heavy lifting
• Able and willing to present an acceptable five (5) year drivers abstract

Forbes Bros Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer committed to best practices in recruiting and hiring to promote diversity and equality in the workplace. We thank all applicants for their interest, however; only those candidates who meet the requirements noted will be contacted.