Vac Truck Operator

Windwave Communications; Stanfield (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Life & long-term disability insurance

Paid time off

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Windwave Communications is seeking an experienced Vac Truck Operator to support civil, utility, and telecommunications work. You will operate hydro-vac and vacuum excavation equipment for daylighting, potholing, and non-destructive excavation on active construction sites.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of hydro-vac experience, hold a Class A/B CDL with tanker endorsement, and a current DOT Medical Card. You will read plans and utility marks, work safely, and coordinate with crews and utility

Qualifications

• Must hold Class A or Class B CDL with tanker endorsement.
• DOT Medical Card or ability to obtain one.
• 2+ years operating hydro-vac or vacuum excavation equipment.
• Experience around underground utilities and active construction sites.
• Ability to read utility locate markings and construction plans.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate hydro-vac and vacuum excavation equipment.
• Perform daylighting, potholing, and utility locating support.
• Read utility locate markings and construction drawings.
• Collaborate with crews, locators, and utility owners.
• Support trenching while protecting underground infrastructure.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and maintenance.
• Identify and report equipment or mechanical issues.
• Complete job tickets, inspections, logs, and excavation documentation.
• Follow OSHA/DOT safety requirements and procedures.
• Assist with traffic control and emergency response when needed.

Skills

CDL (Class A/B)

Tanker endorsement

DOT Medical Card

2+ years hydro-vac experience

Reading plans & utility marks

Mechanical aptitude

Safety-conscious

Independent worker

Tools

Hydro-vac equipment

Vacuum excavation equipment

Job description

Operate Safely. Protect Existing Utilities. Keep Projects Moving.

Windwave is looking for an experienced Vac Truck Operator to support civil, utility, and telecommunications construction projects. This position operates hydro-vac and vacuum excavation equipment for daylighting, potholing, utility locating support, non-destructive excavation, and debris removal.

We're looking for a skilled operator who understands underground utilities, takes care of their equipment, and can work safely and independently on active construction sites.

What You’ll Do

• Safely operate hydro-vac and vacuum excavation equipment.
• Perform daylighting, potholing, utility locating support, and non-destructive excavation.
• Read utility locate markings, site plans, and construction drawings.
• Work closely with construction crews, utility locators, and utility owners.
• Support trenching and excavation activities while protecting existing underground infrastructure.
• Perform pre-trip and post-trip equipment inspections and routine maintenance.
• Identify and report equipment or mechanical issues promptly.
• Complete job tickets, equipment inspections, DOT logs, and excavation documentation.
• Follow OSHA, DOT, company, and customer safety requirements.
• Support traffic control, excavation safety, and emergency response when required.

What You’ll Bring

• Class A or Class B CDL.
• Tanker endorsement is required.
• Current DOT Medical Card or ability to obtain and maintain one.
• 2+ years of experience operating hydro-vac, vacuum excavation equipment, or similar heavy equipment.
• Experience working around underground utilities and active construction sites.
• Knowledge of daylighting, potholing, utility locating, and safe excavation practices.
• Ability to read utility locate markings and construction plans.
• Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to perform routine equipment inspections and maintenance.
• Valid driving record and ability to meet DOT requirements.
• Ability to work safely and independently while communicating effectively with crews and project leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years of hydro-vac or vacuum truck experience.
• Telecommunications or fiber construction experience.
• HazMat endorsement or ability to obtain.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30.
• Competent Person – Trenching & Excavation certification.
• Confined Space Entry certification.
• Traffic Control/Flagger certification.
• Experience with 811 systems and utility owners.
• Must pass drug screen and background check.

Work Environment

This is a field-based position working primarily outdoors on active construction sites. Work may involve changing weather conditions, mud, water, noise, traffic, uneven terrain, heavy equipment, excavations, and underground utilities.

Overtime, travel, overnight stays, weekends, and emergency response may be required based on project schedules and operational needs.

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match.
• Medical, dental, vision insurance.
• Life & long-term disability insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Tuition reimbursement.