Hydrovac Truck Operator – Local Roles with Travel & Lodging Covered

Stronghold Companies; Denver (CO); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Evergreen Hydro X Services, a Quanta Services company, is hiring experienced CDL Hydro Excavation Operators to run hydrovac trucks on electric, gas, pipeline, and underground utility job sites.

You will use pressurized water and high-volume vacuum systems to safely expose buried utilities, dig around live infrastructure that heavy equipment cannot touch, and support construction and maintenance crews in the field.

Qualifications

• Valid Class B CDL required; Class A preferred.
• Tanker endorsement and air brake qualification.
• DOT medical certification required or ability to obtain before start date.
• Minimum one year of verifiable CDL driving experience.
• Able to pass DOT physical, drug screen, and background check.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and work outdoors in all weather.
• Live within commuting distance of Denver, Houston, or Pittsburgh yards or relocate/have home base there.
• Willingness to travel for out-of-area assignments, including extended stays.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydrovac trucks and support equipment safely on active job sites.
• Perform daylighting, potholing, slot trenching, and precision excavation around energized lines and utilities.
• Run high‑pressure water systems and vacuum equipment; manage debris and spoils per procedures.
• Complete pre-trip/post-trip inspections and maintain DOT logs.
• Follow safety procedures and stop work if conditions are unsafe.
• Complete daily job tickets and required documentation accurately.
• Communicate professionally with customers, site supervisors, and crew members.
• Perform routine equipment maintenance and report issues promptly.
• Support night, weekend, and emergency call‑out work as schedules require.
• Travel to out-of-area project sites as needed.

Skills

CDL driving

DOT regulations

Safety mindset

Equipment operation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hydrovac trucks

Tanker equipment

Job description

Evergreen Hydro X Services, a Quanta Services company, is hiring experienced CDL Hydro Excavation Operators to run hydrovac trucks on electric, gas, pipeline, and underground utility job sites.

You will use pressurized water and high-volume vacuum systems to safely expose buried utilities, dig around live infrastructure that heavy equipment cannot touch, and support construction and maintenance crews in the field.