Water Wagon Operator

Sterling Construction Company, Inc.; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Holiday Pay

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401K with company contribution up to 5

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Tuition Reimbursement

Employee Development

Job summary

Sterling Construction Company, Inc. in Boise, ID is seeking a Water Wagon Operator to support a heavy civil construction site. You will safely operate water distribution equipment, control dust, and assist with grading and soil compaction to maintain project efficiency.

The role requires experience with water pumps and tanks, adherence to safety rules, and availability for extended shifts. Join a team focused on safety, reliability, and on-site collaboration.

Qualifications

• Previous experience operating a water wagon, water truck, or similar heavy equipment preferred.
• Heavy civil, mass excavation, mining, quarry, or large earthwork experience preferred.
• Comfortable operating equipment on uneven terrain and active haul roads.
• Experience with water pumps, valves, spray systems, and tank filling preferred.
• Ability to perform daily equipment inspections.
• Strong safety awareness and ability to work around moving heavy equipment.
• Ability to work extended shifts and overtime as required.
• Valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

• Safely operate a water wagon throughout an active heavy civil construction site.
• Perform dust control on haul roads, work areas, and access roads.
• Apply water as needed to support grading and soil compaction operations.
• Operate pumps, valves, spray bars, and other water-distribution controls.
• Safely fill and refill the water tank as needed throughout the shift.
• Work around haul trucks, excavators, loaders, dozers, graders, and other heavy equipment.
• Perform pre-shift equipment inspections and identify maintenance or safety concerns.
• Maintain safe speeds and proper following distances on haul roads.
• Communicate effectively with operators, foremen, and other members of the dirt crew.
• Follow all company and project‑specific safety requirements.

Skills

Water wagon operation

Heavy equipment operation

Safety awareness

Overtime readiness

Job description

Sterling Construction Company, Inc.

Location: Boise, ID

Pay Range: N/A

Salary Interval: Hourly

Application Instructions

Would you like to be part of a focused, dedicated team? Do you want to work and grow with other motivated, ambitious people?

Ralph L. Wadsworth Construction offers challenging career opportunities, extensive training and employee development along with an opportunity to grow your career and thrive under Ralph L. Wadsworth reputation for excellence. We offer excellent benefits and supply you with the tools you need to maximize your potential and growth.

Benefits include:

1. Competitive Pay
2. Paid Time Off (PTO)
3. Holiday Pay
4. Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
5. Retirement Plan - 401K, employees will receive a company contribution up to 5%
6. Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
7. Tuition Reimbursement
8. Employee Development (Growth and Career Advancement Opportunity)

Position Description

Responsibilities

1. Safely operate a water wagon throughout an active heavy civil construction site.
2. Perform dust control on haul roads, work areas, and access roads.
3. Apply water as needed to support grading and soil compaction operations.
4. Operate pumps, valves, spray bars, and other water-distribution controls.
5. Safely fill and refill the water tank as needed throughout the shift.
6. Work around haul trucks, excavators, loaders, dozers, graders, and other heavy equipment.
7. Perform pre-shift equipment inspections and identify maintenance or safety concerns.
8. Maintain safe speeds and proper following distances on haul roads.
9. Communicate effectively with operators, foremen, and other members of the dirt crew.
10. Follow all company and project‑specific safety requirements.

Position Requirements

Qualifications

1. Previous experience operating a water wagon, water truck, or similar heavy equipment preferred.
2. Heavy civil, mass excavation, mining, quarry, or large earthwork experience preferred.
3. Comfortable operating equipment on uneven terrain and active haul roads.
4. Experience with water pumps, valves, spray systems, and tank filling preferred.
5. Ability to perform daily equipment inspections.
6. Strong safety awareness and ability to work around moving heavy equipment.
7. Ability to work extended shifts and overtime as required.
8. Valid driver's license required.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an equal opportunity employer: We do not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age, genetic information, marital status, military status, membership or activity in a local human rights commission, or status with regard to public assistance, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. #LI-SC1

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.