Hydrovac Operator: Safe, Team-Driven Utility Excavation

Edgett-Excavating-Ltd.; Cumberland; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Edgett Excavating Ltd. is seeking a dependable Hydrovac Operator to support underground utility work, excavation projects, and civil construction on diverse job sites in the Comox Valley area.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and professionalism while operating modern hydrovac equipment. You will perform daylighting, potholing, trenching, and utility exposure, with attention to accurate logs, inspections, and maintenance.

Qualifications

• Valid Class 1 or Class 3 Driver’s Licence with Air Brake Endorsement.
• Clean driving record and insurable status.
• Experience operating hydrovac or heavy equipment in construction/utility environments.
• Knowledge of underground utility locating and safe excavation practices.
• Ability to read utility locates, site plans, and construction drawings.
• Strong commitment to safety, teamwork, and professionalism.
• WHMIS and construction safety training, or willingness to obtain.
• Additional certifications such as OFA, Traffic Control, Ground Disturbance, or Confined Space are assets.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate hydrovac trucks and related excavation equipment.
• Perform daylighting, potholing, trenching, slot trenching, debris removal, and non-destructive excavation.
• Expose underground utilities while minimizing risk and damage.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections, hazard assessments, and daily equipment checks.
• Follow WorkSafeBC regulations, safe excavation practices, and company safety procedures.
• Maintain daily logs, inspection reports, and excavation records.
• Perform routine cleaning and minor maintenance of equipment.
• Communicate with supervisors, crew members, subcontractors, and utility representatives.
• Assist with general labour and construction tasks as needed.
• Represent the company professionally with clients and the public.

Skills

Safety awareness

Teamwork

Professionalism

Education

WHMIS/training

OFA / Traffic Control / Ground Disturbance (assets)

Tools

Hydrovac equipment

Construction safety gear

Job description

Edgett Excavating Ltd. is seeking a dependable Hydrovac Operator to support underground utility work, excavation projects, and civil construction on diverse job sites in the Comox Valley area.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and professionalism while operating modern hydrovac equipment. You will perform daylighting, potholing, trenching, and utility exposure, with attention to accurate logs, inspections, and maintenance.