Water Wagon Operator

ISHE; Boise (ID); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Pay

PTO

Holiday Pay

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

401K with company contribution up to 5

ESPP

Tuition Reimbursement

Career Growth

Job summary

Sterling Construction Company, Inc. in Boise, ID is seeking a dedicated Water Wagon Operator to support active heavy civil projects. You will safely operate water wagons, control dust, and help with grading and soil compaction under supervisor guidance.

The role requires prior experience with water pumps and spray systems, a valid driver's license, and willingness to work extended shifts and overtime. On-site employment with competitive hourly pay and benefits, including health, dental, and

Qualifications

• Prior water wagon operation experience preferred.
• Experience on heavy civil, mass excavation, mining, quarry, or large earthwork projects 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 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

Safety awareness

Communication

Driver license

Tools

Water pumps

Spray systems

Tank filling

Valves

Job description

Sterling Construction Company, Inc.

Location: Boise, ID

Pay Range: N/A

Salary Interval: Hourly

Benefits

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)

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.

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

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