Vacuum Excavation Technician – CDL

Jobtailor

North Royalton (OH)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 54,000

Full time

12 days ago

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Job summary

Jobtailor in North Royalton, OH requires a full-time vacuum excavation helper. Responsibilities include performing soil extraction with vacuum and pressurized water/air, and working near utilities such as core drilling and backfilling.

Candidates must be willing to work outdoors in all weather, travel locally, and document projects on a company laptop. Training is provided; CDL/A or B and a valid DOT card are preferred.

Qualifications

Willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions.
Utility or construction experience preferred.
Able to work overtime, weekends, and on-call shifts.
Ability to travel locally; some overnight travel may be required.
Valid driver's license with safe driving record; CDL preferred for relevant positions.
Able to pass a drug screen.
Physically capable: lift up to 75 lbs, stand/walk long periods.
Color vision to identify wiring and underground utilities.
Computer proficiency and ability to read locate tickets/maps.

Responsibilities

Travel to assigned work sites to perform vacuum excavation.
Perform soil extraction using vacuum with pressurized water or air.
Conduct vacuum excavation activities near utilities, including core drilling, shoveling, backfilling, and construction labor.
Work outdoors in all types of weather conditions.
Use a company-provided laptop to document projects.
Travel locally during the business day and potentially travel out of area or overnight.
Work daytime, full-time positions with possible overtime, weekend, and on-call shifts.

Skills

Vacuum Excavation

Utility Identification

CDL A Or B

DOT Medical Card

Computer Proficiency

Tools

Company-Provided Laptop

Job description

Travel to assigned work sites to perform vacuum excavation
Perform soil extraction using vacuum with pressurized water or air
Conduct vacuum excavation activities near utilities, including core drilling, shoveling, backfilling, and construction labor
Work outdoors in all types of weather conditions
Use a company-provided laptop to document projects
Travel locally during the business day and potentially travel out of area or overnight
Work daytime, full-time positions with possible overtime, weekend, and on-call shifts

Requirements

Able and willing to work outdoors in various weather conditions
Utility and/or construction experience preferred
Available to work overtime, weekends, and on-call shifts as needed
Ability to travel locally during the business day; some out-of-area or overnight travel may be expected
Valid driver's license and safe driving record required
CDL Position requires an A or B CDL
Must currently possess or have the ability to possess a DOT medical card
Able to pass a drug screen
Able to stand and walk for long periods on varying terrain; bend and stoop; lift up to 75 lbs.
Able to distinguish colors used to identify wiring and mark underground utilities
Computer proficiency
Able to read, understand, and reference locate tickets, maps, and prints
Possess basic math skills to calculate distances
Able to communicate clearly with colleagues, customers, contractors, and homeowners
No industry experience necessary; training provided

Core Competencies

Demonstrates proficiency in vacuum excavation techniques and utility identification while ensuring safety and compliance with regulations. Capable of performing physically demanding tasks in various outdoor conditions and effectively communicating with team members and clients.

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