HydroX – Hydrovac CDL Operator

HydroExcavators, LLC; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 34,440 - 44,083; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

STD and LTD

401K matching after 3 months

Weekly pay

Eight paid holidays

Annual vacation time

Job summary

HydroExcavators, LLC seeks a HydroX - Hydrovac CDL Operator to perform non-destructive excavation with a hydro‑vacuum system. The role emphasizes safety, accurate documentation, and teamwork on site; travel to various locations is required.

A CDL with Tanker endorsement and OSHA-10 certification are mandatory, along with a High School diploma and a current DOT medical card. The position offers competitive pay starting at $25.00 per hour with growth opportunities, industry-leading benefits, and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent and OSHA-10 certification required.
• CDL-A or CDL-B with Tanker endorsement and no restrictions.
• DOT Medical Card up to date.
• Must be able to lift 60+ pounds and operate heavy equipment.
• Willing to travel to out-of-town/out-of-state sites.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Operate the hydro-vacuum system during non-destructive excavation.
• Lead and direct crew to perform duties safely and efficiently.
• Troubleshoot minor equipment issues and perform basic repairs.
• Document all required company, state, and customer paperwork.
• Travel as needed to job sites and maintain safety standards.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Safety minded

Work under pressure

Manual transmission

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma

OSHA-10 certification

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.

We offer excellent compensation and industry-leading benefits, such as health, dental and vision, life insurance, STD and LTD starting on DAY 1. Eligibility for company matching 401K benefit after 3 months of employment.

POSITION OVERVIEW

HydroX - Hydrovac CDL Operator

Title

HydroX - Hydrovac CDL Operator

Location

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, responsibilities and activities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.