Hydro Excavation Operator

Clearsite Industrial; Richmond; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A professional excavation service in Richmond, England, is seeking Hydrovac Operators. Candidates must hold a Class B CDL license and have experience driving. Responsibilities include operating Hydrovac equipment, performing site communications, and maintaining safety standards. The position requires physical stamina for lifting and outdoor work. Health and retirement benefits are included.

Benefits

401(k)

Health insurance

Life insurance

Dental insurance

Retirement plan

Qualifications

• Must have a minimum Class 'B' CDL license with tanker endorsement and clean driving record.
• Minimum of 1 year driving experience with CDL.
• Possess a current and valid DOT medical certificate.

Responsibilities

• Operate the on-board hydro-vacuum system for excavation.
• Handle equipment cleaning and vacuuming as needed.
• Document all required paperwork accurately.

Skills

Hydrovac equipment operation

Communication with customers

Safety consciousness

Education

Class B CDL license with tanker endorsement

OSHA10 safety card certification

Tools

Hydrovac systems

Job description

Overview

Clearsite Industrial Services is expanding and seeking professional Hydrovac Operators to join our business in Richmond, VA.

Hydrovac Excavation is a non-destructive method of excavating as an alternative to mechanical equipment or hand-digging. Hydrovacs use pressurized water and a vacuum system to quickly, safely, precisely and cleanly excavate around utilities, pipelines and numerous other applications.

MUST HAVE A MINIMUM CLASS “B” CDL LICENSE WITH TANKER ENDORSEMENT and CLEAN DRIVING RECORD.

Key Responsibilities

• Seventy percent or more of the job’s work time is spent operating the on-board hydro-vacuum system outside the truck performing non-destructive excavation around sensitive underground piping and cables.
• Other Hydrovac work consists of cleaning and vacuuming, mobilization of equipment, truck maintenance, safety meetings, etc.
• Heavy lifting at times is required.
• Working at heights are sometimes required
• The job requires typical construction type hours with some weeks being less than 40 hours and other weeks very busy requiring 50 plus hours.

MUST HAVE A MINIMUM CLASS “B” CDL LICENSE WITH TANKER ENDORSEMENT and CLEAN DRIVING RECORD.

• Minimum of 1 year driving experience with CDL
• Applicant shall agree to initial Drug/Alcohol testing and random testing thereafter
• OSHA10 safety card certification is required. (If applicant does not hold an OSHA10 certification, company will pay for computer based training with applicant completing on-line course within 5 days of hiring on their own. Certification is the property of the applicant.)
• Possess a current and valid DOT medical certificate.
• Criminal background check and safety performance verification will be conducted.
• Clean MVR (2 or less traffic violations in current 3 year period).
• Safety mindedness is essential.
• Travel out of town and out of state to work will be required at times.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours. (Due to client schedule, our operators may not work every day but must be flexible for irregular hours).
• Underground utility experience a plus.

Essential Job Functions

• Drive and operate Hydrovac equipment in a safe and professional manner.
• Properly document all Company, Federal, State, and Customer documentation/paperwork as required by law and or established policy in a clear and legible manner.
• Able to effectively and professionally communicate with on-site customer representative to locate least intrusive and safest place to park company equipment while on job site.
• Able to lead and direct subordinate personnel to perform duties/tasks in a safe, timely, and efficient manner.
• Able to troubleshoot and as the need arises perform minor repairs to equipment.

Essential Physical Functions/Requirements of the Job

Hear and distinguish emergency signals and instructions while on duty. Must be able to repetitively sit, lift, stoop, bend, squat, kneel, reach and crawl.

• Must be able to repeatedly lift a minimum of 50 pounds.
• Must be able to work in all outdoor elements for extended periods of time.
• Confined Space Entry may be required to accomplish tasks for some clients when applicable.
• Be able to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
• Must be able to climb ladders, and work from stationary platforms from elevated heights.
• Must be capable of working extended hours and variable shifts.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Retirement plan