Hydrovac Operator Non-CDL

Artera; Villa Rica (GA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Artera in Villa Rica, GA is seeking a hydro-vacuum operator to spend the majority of time operating the on-board hydro-vacuum system outside the truck for non-destructive excavation around underground piping and cables.

You will document required paperwork, lead crews when needed, troubleshoot equipment, and travel to job sites as required. Candidates must be at least 21, lift 60+ pounds, and hold OSHA-10 certification with a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• OSHA-10 certification required or provided after hire.
• Able to lift 60+ pounds and operate heavy equipment.
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel as needed.

Responsibilities

• Operate on-board hydro-vacuum system and perform non-destructive excavation.
• Document all required paperwork clearly.
• Lead and direct subordinate personnel safely and efficiently.
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on equipment.
• Attend safety meetings and comply with safety policies.
• Travel out of town/state as needed.
• Lift 60+ pounds and work with heavy equipment.

Skills

Communication skills

Emergency procedures

Underground utilities experience

Pressure handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

OSHA-10 certification

Job description

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 hydro-vac 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.

Essential Functions

• Valid Driver's license
• 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-site customer representatives to locate the least intrusive and safest place to park company equipment while on the job site.
• 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 electronic equipment

Qualifications

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

Special Knowledge/ Skills Required

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong knowledge of emergency processes and procedures
• Underground utility or construction experience a plus.
• Ability to work well under pressure

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.