Hydrovac operator assistant

Job Summary

Join our dynamic team as a Hydrovac Operator Assistant and be at the forefront of innovative excavation and utility work! In this energetic role, you will support the Hydrovac operator in safely and efficiently performing excavation tasks using high-pressure water and vacuum systems. Your enthusiasm and attention to safety will help ensure smooth operations on construction sites, utility installations, and infrastructure projects. This paid position offers a fantastic opportunity to develop your skills in heavy equipment operation, construction utilities, and site safety while contributing to essential projects that shape our communities. we work in all types of weather conditions, heat, cold, snow, rain. this job is 100 percent an outside job with exposure to all weather conditions. Travel is required and overtime readily available

Duties

• Assist the Hydrovac operator with setup, operation, and breakdown of hydrovac equipment on construction sites.
• Support excavation activities by helping to position hoses, manage water pressure, and monitor vacuum systems for optimal performance.
• Conduct routine inspections and maintenance of hydrovac machinery to ensure safety and operational efficiency.
• Follow all federal construction safety regulations, equipment safety procedures, and site-specific safety protocols diligently.
• Help with utility locating to identify underground utilities before excavation begins, ensuring safe digging practices.
• Support other heavy equipment operations such as loaders, excavators, dozers, backhoes, graders, dump trucks, water trucks, horizontal drills, tankers, and paving machinery as needed.
• Maintain clear communication with team members to coordinate tasks effectively and uphold a safe work environment.

Skills

• Ability to perform basic mechanical maintenance on construction machinery.
• Experience with utility locating techniques to prevent underground utility damage.
• Valid commercial driver’s license with experience in commercial truck driving preferred.
• Mechanical knowledge related to construction machinery maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Construction site experience with familiarity in grading, paving, horizontal drilling, or tanker operations is advantageous.
• Ability to operate specialized equipment such as Caterpillar machines or similar heavy machinery confidently.

This role is perfect for motivated individuals eager to grow their expertise in construction utilities while contributing to impactful projects! We prioritize safety first—adhering strictly to all safety regulations—and value proactive team players ready to support diverse operational needs on busy construction sites.

Pay: $20.00 - $24.50 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Application Question(s):

• willing to work outside in all weather conditions

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20 - $25