Vac Truck Operator

Verità Telecommunications Corporation; Walbridge (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Bereavement Leave

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Voluntary life insurance

Job summary

Verità Telecommunications Corporation is seeking a Hydro Vac Truck Operator to safely operate hydro excavation equipment on telecommunications projects. You will daylight utilities, support fiber optic installations, and ensure safe excavation practices in accordance with OSHA and client requirements.

Responsibilities include reading utility locates, performing inspections, and coordinating with project teams on-site at various locations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of Hydro Vac, excavation, utility, or construction experience preferred.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DOT Medical Certification.
• Knowledge of underground utility construction and safe digging practices.
• Ability to read utility locates and construction plans.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Responsibilities

• Operate Hydro Vac trucks and related excavation equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform daylighting and potholing of underground utilities prior to excavation and directional drilling activities.
• Support telecommunications construction projects involving fiber optic and underground utility installations.
• Expose existing utilities using non-destructive excavation methods.
• Read and interpret utility locates, project plans, and work orders.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles and equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of Hydro Vac equipment.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, state, local, and company safety regulations.
• Complete daily reports, job documentation, inspection forms, and timesheets.
• Assist crews with excavation, restoration, traffic control, and general labor duties as needed.
• Maintain communication with supervisors, utility owners, and project stakeholders.
• Travel to various project sites as required.

Skills

Safety focus

Reading utility locates

Communication with supervisors

Physical endurance

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Hydro Vac trucks

Excavation equipment

Job description

The Hydro Vac Truck Operator is responsible for safely operating hydro excavation equipment to expose underground utilities and support telecommunications construction projects. This position performs non-destructive excavation using high-pressure water and vacuum systems to locate and daylight existing utilities, assist with fiber optic installations, and ensure safe excavation practices in accordance with company, customer, and OSHA requirements.

Financial Wellbeing

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and annual merit increase
• 401(k) with company match
• Choice of various PPO, HMO, and HSA accompanied plans

Family & Lifestyle

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance Paid for by the company
• Accidental death & dismemberment Paid for by the company
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, and critical illness

Position Summary

The Hydro Vac Truck Operator is responsible for safely operating hydro excavation equipment to expose underground utilities and support telecommunications construction projects. This position performs non-destructive excavation using high-pressure water and vacuum systems to locate and daylight existing utilities, assist with fiber optic installations, and ensure safe excavation practices in accordance with company, customer, and OSHA requirements.

Team Verita Benefits!

Financial Wellbeing

• Competitive pay with ongoing performance review and annual merit increase
• 401(k) with company match

Health & Wellness

• Choice of various PPO, HMO, and HSA accompanied plans

Family & Lifestyle

• Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, Bereavement Leave

Planning for the Unexpected

• Short and long-term disability, life insurance Paid for by the company
• Accidental death & dismemberment Paid for by the company
• Voluntary life insurance, accident, and critical illness

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate Hydro Vac trucks and related excavation equipment safely and efficiently.
• Perform daylighting and potholing of underground utilities prior to excavation and directional drilling activities.
• Support telecommunications construction projects involving fiber optic and underground utility installations.
• Expose existing utilities using non-destructive excavation methods.
• Read and interpret utility locates, project plans, and work orders.
• Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections of vehicles and equipment.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of Hydro Vac equipment.
• Ensure compliance with OSHA, state, local, and company safety regulations.
• Complete daily reports, job documentation, inspection forms, and timesheets.
• Assist crews with excavation, restoration, traffic control, and general labor duties as needed.
• Maintain communication with supervisors, utility owners, and project stakeholders.
• Travel to various project sites as required.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Minimum of 1 year of Hydro Vac, excavation, utility, or construction experience preferred.
• Valid Driver's License required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain DOT Medical Certification.
• Knowledge of underground utility construction and safe digging practices.
• Ability to read utility locates and construction plans.
• Strong commitment to safety and quality workmanship.

Preferred Qualifications

• CDL Class A or Class B License.
• Previous telecommunications or fiber optic construction experience.
• Experience working around gas, electric, water, sewer, and telecommunications utilities.
• OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 Certification.
• Confined Space Training.
• First Aid/CPR Certification.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds or more.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and work in confined spaces for extended periods.
• Ability to work outdoors in varying weather conditions, including heat, cold, rain, and humidity.
• Ability to work overtime, weekends, and emergency response assignments when necessary.

Work Environment

• Outdoor construction and utility work environments.
• Exposure to traffic, excavation sites, heavy equipment, noise, dust, and changing weather conditions.
• Frequent travel to project locations may be required.