Hydrovac Operator

HydroExcavators; Georgia; On-site; USD 28,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

Life insurance

STD and LTD Day 1

Weekly pay with overtime

Eight paid holidays + vacation

Job summary

HydroExcavators, LLC seeks a field operator to perform hydro-vacuum excavations around sensitive underground piping and cables. You will operate the on-board system, document mandatory records, and coordinate with on-site representatives.

Position requires CDL with Tanker endorsement, OSHA-10 or equivalent, physical ability to lift 60+ lbs, and willingness to travel to various job sites. Competitive hourly pay with benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• CDL-A or CDL-B with Tanker endorsement and no restrictions.
• OSHA10 safety certification required or provided after hiring.
• Experience with hydrovac or vacuum trucks is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate on-board hydro-vacuum system for non-destructive excavation.
• Document company, federal, state and customer paperwork clearly.
• Lead subordinates to perform duties safely and efficiently.
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on equipment as needed.
• Travel to job sites out of town/state; lift 60+ pounds as required.
• Maintain safety mindset; adapt to flexible hours.

Skills

CDL-A/B license

Tank endorsement

Safety-minded

Communication skills

Leadership

Field equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

OSHA-10 safety certification

Tools

Field tool applications

Job description

HydroExcavators, LLC, provides inclusive infrastructure solutions for the environmental industry. From Senior Management to the "boots on the ground" Hydroexcavators, LLC is dedicated & determined to remain the industry leader and earn continued respect from clients through our professionalism.

Position Overview:

Seventy percent or more of the job's work time is spent operating the on-board hydro-vacuum system outside the truck performing non-destructive excavation around sensitive underground piping and cables.

Other hydrovac work consists of tank entry, cleaning and vacuuming, mobilization of equipment, truck maintenance, and safety meetings. Heavy lifting at times is required. Working at heights is sometimes required.

Salary: $25.00 per hour and up depending on industry experience with the opportunity for career growth!

Essential Functions:

• CDL-A or CDL-B driver's license required with Tanker endorsement and no restrictions.
• Properly document all Company, Federal, State, and Customer documentation/paperwork as required by law and or established policy in a clear and legible manner.
• Able to effectively and professionally communicate with on-sight customer representative to locate least intrusive and safest place to park company equipment while on job sight.
• Able to lead and direct subordinate personnel to perform duties/tasks in a safe, timely, and efficient manner.
• Able to troubleshoot and as the need arises perform minor repairs to equipment.
• Safety mindedness is essential.
• Travel out of town and out of state to work will be required.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull 60+ pounds and work heavy equipment.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Must be comfortable navigating field tool applications.

Qualifications:

Education Required: High school diploma or equivalent and OSHA10 safety card certification is required. (If applicant does not hold an OSHA10 certification, Hydro Excavators, LLC will pay for computer-based training with the applicant completing on-line course within 5 days of hiring on their own. Certification is the property of the applicant.)

Special Knowledge/Skills Required:

• Previous hydrovac, vacuum truck, underground utility or similar field experience is preferred.
• Must be available to respond to emergency calls.
• Up to date DOT Medical card.
• Strong knowledge of emergency processes and procedures.
• Tanker endorsement is required.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Manual transmission (13-18 speed) experience is required.
• Ability to work well under pressure.

Why choose HydroX?

• Industry leading benefits, such as health, dental and vision, life insurance, STD and LTD starting on Day 1.
• Weekly pay with the opportunity for overtime.
• Eight Paid Holidays off along with annual paid vacation time.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.