Hydrovac Technician

NG Companies; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k) matching

PTO and Sick pay

Job summary

A construction services provider is seeking a Hydrovac Technician in Dallas, Texas. The role involves assisting with manual labor tasks including rig setup, operating hydrovac equipment, and ensuring site safety. Candidates must be willing to work extended hours and possess strong teamwork and safety skills. Competitive pay and benefits such as medical insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off are offered. Applicants must meet physical and safety compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and a pre-employment physical.
• Pass a criminal background check and safety performance verification.
• Must be able to work 10–12+ hour days, including some weekends when needed.
• Must be 18 years or older.

Responsibilities

• Operate and care for construction equipment and machines.
• Assist with proper disposal of debris and waste materials.
• Prep construction sites by clearing obstacles and hazards.
• Follow instructions from supervisors to perform manual labor tasks.
• Load and unload construction materials.
• Comply with all DOT, EPA, and OSHA regulations.
• Assemble and disassemble temporary structures.
• Ready to learn from on-the-job training when necessary.
• Perform site cleanup.

Skills

Willingness to learn and use emerging technologies

Ability to work in a team environment

Strong safety acumen

Written and verbal communication skills

Job description

Job Description

The Hydrovac Technician assists operators and other crew members with a variety of manual labor-related tasks, including set up and pull down of rigs and equipment, operating hydrovac equipment, digging & excavating, conducting pre- and post-trip inspections, and maintaining an orderly and safe job site.

Position Type / Expected Hours of Work

Full-time, available to work overtime and weekends as needed.

Travel

Must be willing to travel for short periods of time as needed.

Work Environment

• Must be able to work in all weather conditions and noisy environments.
• Must be able to work extended hours and variable shifts.
• Must be able to wear all required PPE.
• Must be able to climb ladders and work from stationary platforms at elevated heights.
• Confined space entry may be required for some clients.
• Must be able to repeatedly lift a minimum of 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate and care for construction equipment and machines.
• Assist with proper disposal of debris and waste materials.
• Prep construction sites by clearing obstacles and hazards.
• Follow instructions from supervisors to perform manual labor tasks.
• Load and unload construction materials.
• Comply with all DOT, EPA, and OSHA regulations.
• Assemble and disassemble temporary structures.
• Ready to learn from on-the-job training when necessary.
• Perform site cleanup.

Requirements

• Must be able to pass a pre-employment drug screen and a pre-employment physical.
• Pass a criminal background check and safety performance verification.
• Must be able to work 10–12+ hour days, including some weekends when needed.
• Must be 18 years or older.

Competency (KSAs)

• Willingness to learn and use emerging technologies.
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Strong safety acumen.
• Written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Education & Experience

• Underground utility and/or construction experience.
• Heavy equipment operation experience.
• Previous hydrovac, trucking, vacuum truck, or other related industrial experience is a plus.

Benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance.
• 401(k) matching.
• PTO and Sick pay.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

In compliance with federal and state equal opportunity employment laws, NG Companies is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate regarding race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, or gender.