Hydro Vac Truck Operator & Driver

Kapp Companies; Ogden (UT); On-site; USD 39,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Paid Vacation

401K Plan

Job summary

Kapp Companies is looking for a Hydro Vac Truck Operator & Driver to join our team. This role involves safely operating vacuum excavation trucks and performing hydro and air excavation for various projects while complying with all safety regulations.

The ideal candidate will possess a Class B CDL and have at least one year of experience operating hydro-vac trucks. We offer a competitive hourly wage along with health, dental, and vision insurance, paid vacation, and a 401K plan.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 years’ experience driving a Class B required commercial motor vehicle.
• Minimum 1 years’ experience operating a hydro-vac excavation truck.
• Must have a valid Class B CDL with a Tankers Endorsement.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate vacuum excavation trucks for hydro and air excavation.
• Perform potholing, trenching, debris removal, and daylighting on multiple projects.
• Inspect the truck systems daily to ensure all parts are in working order.

Skills

Class B CDL

Hydro-vac operation

Safety awareness

Weather adaptability

Job description

At Kapp Companies, leadershipT.I.E.S us together through teamwork, integrity, excellence, andsafety. Our business family is committed to the progressive growth of ourteam members and clients. We believe in giving back to our community to helpothers grow and succeed. Come join our team as a Hydro Vac Truck Operator & Driver today!

Pay:

$28.00 - $34.00 an hour dependingon experience

Position Summary:

The Vac Truck Operator safelyoperates vacuum excavation trucks, performs hydro and air excavation, andexposes underground utilities while complying with all DOT regulations andcompany safety standards. Our ideal candidate will be familiar with Title 49Federal regulations and DOT violations.

• Reports directly to Shop Foreman daily
• Perform pre and post trip inspections on trucks
• Safely operate vacuum excavation trucks forhydro and / or air excavation
• Perform potholing, trenching, debris removal, anddaylighting on multiple projects
• Locate and expose underground utilities whilepreventing damage to existing infrastructure
• Maintain constant awareness while driving,operating on the jobsite, and ensure safe operation around workers, equipment,and utilities
• Familiarize and locate addresses / job sitesquickly and efficiently
• Inspect the truck systems daily to ensure allparts are in working order
• Other duties as assigned

Required Skills and Experience:

• Minimum 1 years’ experience driving a Class Brequired commercial motor vehicle
• Minimum 1 years’ experience operating ahydro-vac excavation truck
• Must have a valid Class B CDL with a TankersEndorsement
• Class A CDL preferred
• Must have a valid Medical Card as per DOT standard
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs. multiple timesdaily
• Competency and awareness of surroundings toidentify safety hazards
• Comfortablewith exposure to various weather conditions

Benefits:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• Company Paid & Voluntary Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• 11 Paid Holidays
• 401K Plan Company Match Up To 5%

Kapp Construction provides equalemployment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment andprohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race,color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics,protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, orany other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policyapplies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting,hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves ofabsence, compensation and training. The job description above is not designedto cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties and/orresponsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilitiesand activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with orwithout notice.