SEC - Suffolk, VA - Hydrovac CDL Operator

Pho Prime, LLC; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Southeast Connections (SEC) in Suffolk, VA is seeking a Hydrovac CDL Operator to operate the on-board hydro-vacuum system and perform non-destructive excavation around sensitive underground piping and cables. The role includes equipment maintenance, site safety, and travel as needed.

Requirements include a CDL-A or CDL-B with Tanker endorsement, OSHA-10 certification, a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to lift 60 pounds. Flexible hours and field navigation skills are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; OSHA-10 safety card certification required.
• If OSHA-10 not held, company will pay for online training within 5 days of hiring.
• Underground utility or construction experience is a plus.
• Must be at least 21 years old.

Responsibilities

• Operate the hydro-vacuum system for non-destructive excavation around underground piping and cables.
• Document all required company, federal, state and customer paperwork clearly and legibly.
• Lead and direct subordinate personnel to perform duties safely and efficiently.
• Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs on equipment as needed.
• Travel out of town and out of state to work as required.
• Lift/push/pull 60+ pounds and work with heavy equipment.
• Communicate with on-site customer representatives to park equipment safely.
• Work flexible hours as needed.

Skills

Excellent communication

Emergency procedures knowledge

Ability to work under pressure

Leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

OSHA 10 safety card certification

Job description

SEC - Suffolk, VA - Hydrovac CDL Operator Southeast Connections (SEC)

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:

• 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:

Required:Education Required: 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.