Vac Truck Operator

Dave's Construction; Maple Plain (MN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Dave’s Construction LLC in Sioux Falls, SD, is seeking a safety‑conscious Vacuum Truck / Hydrovac Operator to support directional boring and excavation teams on active job sites in the Orono, MN area. You will operate high‑pressure water and vacuum systems, manage drilling mud and bentonite slurry, and maintain hoses, tanks, and pumps daily while upholding OSHA, DOT, and 811 regulations.

Regular regional travel to Minnesota sites is required with a Monday–Friday schedule and pre/post‑trip

Qualifications

• Experience operating a Hydrovac, jet‑vac, or vacuum truck in underground utility or civil construction.
• Valid CDL (Class A or B) is required.
• Must pass DOT physical and drug screens.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydro‑excavation and potholing equipment to expose underground utilities.
• Manage drilling fluids and dispose of slurry according to regulations.
• Set up, break down, and maintain vacuum hoses, booms, and pumps daily.
• Perform daily pre/post‑trip inspections and comply with OSHA and 811 requirements.

Skills

Hydrovac operations

CDL Class A or B

Directional boring knowledge

Safety compliance

Tools

Hydrovac equipment

Jet-Vac system

Vacuum truck

Job description

Company Overview

Dave’s Construction LLC is a premier underground utility contractor based out of Sioux Falls, SD, specializing in heavy infrastructure, directional drilling, and utility installation. Our crews are currently executing major long-term infrastructure projects in the Orono, MN area. We are looking for a dedicated, safety-conscious Vacuum Truck / Hydrovac Operator to support our directional boring and excavation teams on site.

Job Overview & Location Details

• Primary Work Location: Active job sites in the Orono, MN area.


• Corporate HQ: Sioux Falls, SD.


• Travel/Schedule: Regular regional travel to Minnesota job sites is required. Typical work week is Monday through Friday.

Key Responsibilities

• Hydro-Excavation & Potholing: Safely operate high-pressure water and vacuum systems to expose underground utilities (potholing) ahead of directional drilling crews.


• Drilling Fluid Management: Manage, vacuum, and legally dispose of drilling mud and bentonite slurry from directional boring operations.


• Equipment Operation: Set up, break down, and clean heavy-duty vacuum hoses, booms, debris tanks, and fluid pumps daily.


• Safety & Compliance: Strictly adhere to OSHA, DOT, and 811 'Call Before You Dig' regulations to protect existing underground infrastructure. Perform daily pre/post-trip inspections.

Requirements & Qualifications

• License: Valid Class A CDL or Class B CDL is required.


• Experience: Minimum 1 year of experience operating a Hydrovac, Jet-Vac, or Vacuum truck specifically in an underground utility or civil construction setting.


• Utility Knowledge: Basic understanding of directional boring, trenching, or sewer/water installation is highly valued.


• Screening: Clean driving record (MVR) and ability to pass DOT physical and drug screens.