Hydro Vac Truck Operator - Underground Utility Excavation

DB Utility; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly pay via direct deposit

Job summary

DB Utility in Texas is seeking a Hydro Vac Truck Operator to expose underground utilities and remove soil at water meter pits. You will work outdoors on a typical 7:30am–3:30pm schedule, Monday to Friday, with safety as a priority.

Join a team focused on reliability and efficiency, with opportunities to gain experience in utility services and water management while supporting field crews across sites in the San Antonio area.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license; CDL preferred but not required depending on local regulations.
• Experience driving a F250-style truck (quarter ton truck).
• Prior experience operating hydro vac trucks or similar excavation equipment is highly preferred.
• Strong awareness of job site safety and underground utility locating practices.
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and perform physical labor.

Responsibilities

• Operate a hydro vac truck to safely expose underground utilities and remove soil or debris.
• Perform daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections on the truck and equipment.
• Navigate to and from job sites using GPS or directions provided by management.
• Maintain accurate records of work completed, including photos and documentation.
• Follow all safety procedures and guidelines while operating equipment and working in the field.
• Communicate effectively with field supervisors, clients, and other crew members.
• Assist with general labor duties on job sites when not operating the hydro vac truck.

Skills

Valid driver's license

CDL preferred

Truck experience (F250 style)

Hydro Vac truck operation

Safety awareness

Outdoor work

Physical labor

Team player

Punctuality

Job description

DB Utility in Texas is seeking a Hydro Vac Truck Operator to expose underground utilities and remove soil at water meter pits. You will work outdoors on a typical 7:30am–3:30pm schedule, Monday to Friday, with safety as a priority.

Join a team focused on reliability and efficiency, with opportunities to gain experience in utility services and water management while supporting field crews across sites in the San Antonio area.