Hydrovac Operator

About the role

Superior Hydrovac is a full-service turn-key hydro excavation company dedicated to providing world-class hydrovac services across a diverse range of industries. With a highly trained workforce, a fleet of state-of-the-art hydrovac trucks, and the most advanced tools and technology in our field, we offer an unmatched level of expertise and capabilities. Our core values are guided by safety, focused on communities, and powered by care.

Hydrovac Operators are skilled laborers running machinery designed to excavate and expose underground utilities safely. This role requires precision and expertise in equipment operation, safety protocols, and efficient excavation practices.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the successful completion of hydro excavation projects including utility line exposure, debris removal, slot trenching, and digging.
• Operate Hydrovac trucks and equipment in a safe and professional manner.
• Supervise activities of Hydrovac Laborers to ensure employee skill development.
• Set up and inspect grounding and/or bonding procedures for Hydrovac operation.
• Complete all required paperwork properly and within set timelines.
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections, as well as routine maintenance.
• Perform required daily vacuum excavation tasks:
  • Potholing existing underground utilities for HDD work.
  • Pole holes, anchors, and trench work for company divisions.
  • Exposing existing underground utilities for new placement and maintenance work.
• Repetitive lifting of vacuum piping connections.

Requirements

• Class A CDL with Air Brake and Tanker Endorsement is required.
• Minimum of 1 year of related experience or training.
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Driver’s License within two weeks of employment.
• Must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks and a pre-employment drug screen.

Skills

• Knowledge of basic underground utilities.
• Skills in operating heavy equipment and machines proficiently and safely.
• Ability to use time and equipment efficiently to complete projects on time.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a team environment.
• Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of equipment and heavy vehicle operation, maintenance, and repair.
• Mapping and print reading.
• Ability to work in confined spaces.
• Willingness and ability to learn additional skills.