Hydrovac Operations Lead — Safety, Growth, & Client Impact

Wirc; Apache Junction (AZ); On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle

Phone

Fuel card

Medical, dental, vision

401(k) / PTO

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Wirc in the United States is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead the Hydrovac/Hydroblast division, owning safety, crew performance, equipment, and job profitability. You will be the main point of contact for clients in the field.

The role requires 5+ years in hydrovac/hydroexcavation with 2+ years in supervision, MSHA/OSHA training, and strong cost-tracking and leadership skills. Located in Apache Junction, AZ, this position offers a path for growth with a growing division.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in hydrovac/hydroexcavation or industrial cleaning.
• 2+ years in a supervisory or management role.
• MSHA Part 46/48 and OSHA 30 certification or ability to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and dispatch hydrovac and hydroblast crews and equipment across multiple sites.
• Lead and develop operators, leads, and supervisors.
• Drive a zero-incident safety culture that meets MSHA, OSHA, and client site requirements.
• Manage job costing, daily tickets, T&M and unit rate billing, and invoice accuracy.
• Track equipment utilization, maintenance, and downtime; coordinate with the shop on repairs.
• Build strong client relationships and support new work through estimates and quotes.
• Report on division KPIs: safety, utilization, margin, and customer satisfaction.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Project management

Education

MSHA Part 46/48

OSHA 30

Tools

Field ticketing software

Excel

Job description

Wirc in the United States is seeking an experienced Operations Manager to lead the Hydrovac/Hydroblast division, owning safety, crew performance, equipment, and job profitability. You will be the main point of contact for clients in the field.

The role requires 5+ years in hydrovac/hydroexcavation with 2+ years in supervision, MSHA/OSHA training, and strong cost-tracking and leadership skills. Located in Apache Junction, AZ, this position offers a path for growth with a growing division.