Hydrovac Operator

Peak Utility Services Group; Del Valle (CA); On-site; USD 30,307 - 46,838; Full time

Job summary

Superior Hydrovac is seeking a Hydrovac Operator to join our on-site excavation team. The role involves operating hydrovac trucks, exposing utilities, and performing daily vacuum excavation tasks with a focus on safety and efficiency.

You will work under guidance to ensure accurate trenching, utility exposure, and site cleanup across diverse projects, maintaining high standards of workmanship and compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience in hydro excavation safety protocols.
• Ability to operate heavy equipment with precision.

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 time lines.
• 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

Job description

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.

Hydrovac Operators are skilled laborers running machinery designed to excavate and expose underground utilities safely. This role requires precision and expertise in equipment operation, safety protocols, and efficient excavation practices.

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 time lines
• 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