Hydrovac Excavation Operator – CDL, Travel Ready

Stronghold Companies; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 56,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Lodging provided

Per diem provided

Travel opportunities

Job summary

Evergreen North America Industrial Services (ENAIS) is hiring experienced CDL Hydro Excavation Operators to run hydrovac trucks on electric, gas, pipeline, and underground utility job sites.

You will use pressurized water and high‑volume vacuum systems to safely expose buried utilities, and support construction crews in the field. Based at one of our yards, including Denver, with travel to out‑of‑area projects where lodging and per diem are provided.

Qualifications

• Valid Class B CDL (Class A preferred) in good standing.
• Tanker endorsement and air brake qualification.
• Current DOT medical certification, or ability to obtain one before start date.
• Minimum one year of verifiable CDL driving experience.
• Ability to pass a DOT physical, drug screen and background check.
• Live within commuting distance of a yard in Denver/Houston/Pittsburgh or willing to travel.
• Willingness to travel for out-of-area project assignments.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydrovac trucks and support equipment safely on active job sites.
• Perform daylighting, potholing, slot trenching, and precision excavation around energized lines.
• Run high‑pressure water systems and vacuum equipment; manage debris and spoils.
• Complete pre-trip and post-trip inspections and keep DOT logs.
• Follow safety procedures and stop work when unsafe.
• Complete daily tickets and documentation; communicate with customers and crew.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and report issues promptly.
• Support night, weekend, and emergency call-out work; travel to out-of-area sites.

Skills

CDL

Tanker endorsement

Air brake

DOT certification

Driving experience

Outdoor work

Education

High school diploma

Trade school certificate

Job description

Evergreen North America Industrial Services (ENAIS) is hiring experienced CDL Hydro Excavation Operators to run hydrovac trucks on electric, gas, pipeline, and underground utility job sites.

You will use pressurized water and high‑volume vacuum systems to safely expose buried utilities, and support construction crews in the field. Based at one of our yards, including Denver, with travel to out‑of‑area projects where lodging and per diem are provided.