HydroVac Laborer

CST Utilities; Grove City (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Starting pay $22/hr

Pay after 90 days $25/hr

Medical insurance

HSA/FSA

Dental and vision

Life insurance

Disability insurance

401(k)

Boot allowance

PTO

Year-round work

Paid holidays

Parental leave

Training and career development

Safety-first culture

Job summary

CST Utilities is seeking a HydroVac Laborer to support daily operations of a HydroVac crew. The role involves digging, cleanup and safe operation around utilities in outdoor settings. It is physically demanding and requires reliable attendance and teamwork.

Qualifications include a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to lift 50+ pounds. On-the-job training is provided; overtime and travel may be required.

Qualifications

• Commitment to safety, teamwork and consistent attendance.
• Ability to perform physical labor and lift 50+ pounds regularly.
• On-the-job training provided for utilities/ construction tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist in operating HydroVac trucks for daylighting, trenching and potholing.
• Safely handle vacuum and water hose systems during excavation.
• Work in outdoor environments with exposure to weather, noise and confined spaces.
• Follow safety procedures and wear PPE; support pre/post-trip inspections.
• Set up job sites with cones, signs and safety barriers; load/unload materials.
• Maintain a clean, organized work area and complete basic paperwork.

Skills

Teamwork

Safety awareness

Attendance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent preferred

Valid driver’s license

Job description

Company Overview

CST Utilities Companies provide underground construction services (including excavation, drilling, etc.) for sites and projects related to water, sewer, natural gas, electric distribution, and telecommunications projects. The utilities infrastructure market is significant, with funding coming from Municipalities, Cooperatives, Fortune 500 Utility providers, and private equity-backed projects, all of which are addressing the substantial need for infrastructure growth and replacement. CST Utilities Companies, with financial support from private equity investors, is pursuing a growth strategy across the Midwest that includes investment in employee and operations excellence and acquisitions (two companies acquired thus far) to enhance employee satisfaction, operational capacity, and client support. The company primarily operates in the Midwest, with large offices in Ohio and Indiana. More information on the CST Utilities companies can be found at www.cstutilities.com, www.daystardrilling.com, and www.preciseboringofohio.com.

Job Summary

The HydroVac Laborer supports daily operations of a HydroVac truck crew by assisting with non-mechanical tasks such as digging, cleanup, and safe operation around utilities. This role is physically demanding and requires a commitment to safety, teamwork, and consistent attendance.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the operation of HydroVac trucks to perform daylighting (exposing underground utilities), trenching, and potholing.
• Safely handle vacuum and water hose systems during excavation.
• Work in various outdoor environments including mud, heat, cold, and confined spaces.
• Follow safety procedures, including wearing PPE and using proper traffic control methods.
• Support the operator in pre-trip and post-trip inspections.
• Set up job sites with cones, signs, and safety barriers as required.
• Load and unload materials and equipment.
• Maintain a clean and organized work area and vehicle.
• Complete basic paperwork and communicate effectively with team members and supervisors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and must be insurable
• Must be able to lift 50+ pounds regularly.
• Ability to work overtime and travel as needed.
• Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Experience in construction or utilities is a plus but not required—on-the-job training is provided.

Working Conditions

• Exposure to outdoor weather conditions, loud noise, and occasionally hazardous materials.
• Physically demanding work that includes lifting, bending, standing, and working long hours.

Benefits

• Excellent pay-$22.00 to start after 90 days $25.00
• Medical insurance for employees at a small cost
• HSA/FSA options
• Dental and vision insurance at a minimal cost
• Free $25,000 life insurance policy
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance at a small cost
• 401(k)
• $225 work boot allowance after 180 days
• PTO after 90 days
• Year-round work
• Paid holidays
• Paid maternity and paternity leave
• Company-paid training and career development
• Safety-first culture

AAP/EEO Statement

It is the policy of CST Utilities LLC to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, CST Utilities LLC will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.