Hydrovac Operator

Peak Utility Services Group; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

Superior Hydrovac, a full-service hydro excavation company, is seeking a Hydrovac Operator in the Charlotte, NC area to lead excavation projects and operate Hydrovac trucks.

The role requires a Class A CDL with Air Brake and Tanker Endorsement and at least one year of related experience; you will supervise laborers, perform inspections, and ensure safety.

Join a safety-focused team delivering project assessment, planning, and cleanup with a commitment to quality and customer service.

Qualifications

• Class A CDL with Air Brake and Tanker Endorsement required.
• Minimum of 1 year of related experience or training.

Responsibilities

• Complete hydro excavation projects including utility line exposure and trenching.
• Operate Hydrovac trucks and equipment safely.
• Supervise Hydrovac Laborers to develop skills.
• Set up and inspect grounding/bonding procedures.
• Complete paperwork accurately and on schedule.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections and routine maintenance.
• Potholing and exposing utilities for HDD work.
• Excavate and trench for company divisions.
• Expose underground utilities for new placement and maintenance.

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Team communication

Mechanical aptitude

Time management

Education

CDL A with Air Brake & Tanker endorsement

Job description

Job Details

Superior Hydrovac is a full-service turn-key hydro excavation company dedicated to providing world-class hydrovac services across a diverse range of industries. With a highly trained workforce, a fleet of state-of-the-art hydrovac trucks, and the most advanced tools and technology in our field, we offer an unmatched level of expertise and capabilities. From project assessment and planning to execution and cleanup, Superior Hydrovac is specially equipped to handle every aspect of your excavation project. We are continually finding solutions to fit our customer’s needs.

Position Title

Hydrovac Operator

Our Core Values

Guided by Safety. Focused on Communities. Powered by Care.

Classification

Non-Exempt

Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Roles And Responsibilities

• Responsible for the successful completion of hydro excavation projects including utility line exposure, debris removal, slot trenching, and digging
• Operate Hydrovac trucks and equipment in a safe and professional manner
• Supervise activities of Hydrovac Laborers in order to ensure employee skill development
• Set up and inspect grounding and/or bonding procedures for Hydrovac operation
• Complete all required paperwork properly and within set timelines
• Perform pre and post-trip inspections, as well as routine maintenance
• Performing Required Daily Vacuum Excavation Tasks:
• Potholing Existing Underground Utilities for HDD Work
• Pole Holes, Anchors, and Trench Work for Company Divisions
• Exposing Existing Underground Utilities for New Placement and Maintenance Work

Success Factors

• Knowledge of basic underground utilities
• Skills in operating heavy equipment and machines proficiently and safely
• Ability to use time and equipment efficiently to complete projects on time
• Ability to communicate effectively in a team environment
• Mechanical aptitude
• Mapping and Print Reading
• Ability to work in confined spaces
• Mechanical ability; and knowledge of equipment and heavy vehicle operation, maintenance, and repair
• Repetitive Lifting of Vac Piping Connections
• Willingness and ability to learn additional skills

Experience And Education

• Class A CDL Air Brake and Tanker Endorsement is required
• Minimum of 1 year of related experience or training

Additional Requirements/Licenses/Certifications

• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Driver’s License is required within two weeks of employment.
• Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks and pass a pre-employment drug screen.

Notes

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.