SEC – Hydrovac CDL Operator

Seconnections; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Seconnections is seeking candidates in Chesapeake, Virginia, to operate on-board hydro-vacuum systems for non-destructive excavation. The role requires a CDL-A or CDL-B license with Tanker endorsement and entails responsibilities like documenting operations, leading teams, and ensuring safety while traveling as needed.

Candidates must have a high school diploma and OSHA10 certification. Strong communication skills and the ability to lift heavy equipment are essential. Experience with underground utilities is a plus.

Qualifications

• CDL-A or CDL-B driver's license required with Tanker endorsement and no restrictions.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull 60+ pounds and work heavy equipment.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Operate the on-board hydro-vacuum system outside the truck.
• Document all required documentation and paperwork.
• Communicate effectively with customer representatives on-site.
• Lead and direct subordinate personnel safely.
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs to equipment.
• Travel out of town and out of state as required.

Skills

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

Strong knowledge of emergency processes and procedures

Underground utility or construction experience

Ability to work well under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

OSHA10 safety card certification

Job description

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

• 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-site customer representatives to locate the least intrusive and safest place to park company equipment while on the 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

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