Hydrovac Operator - CDL-A- Grand Junction

Peak Utility Infrastructure is an integrated engineering and construction company that serves the Electric, Natural Gas, and Telecommunications industries. We provide a full suite of engineering, construction, operations, and maintenance services, including repair, replacement, maintenance, and installation of natural gas, telecommunications, and electric infrastructure through our operating subsidiaries: SiteWise, Kelly Cable, Riley Brothers, and Superior Pipeline Services.

Position Title: Hydrovac Operator

Our Core Values: Guided by Safety. Focused on Communities. Powered by Care.

Classification: Non-Exempt

Pay Rate: $30.00 - $33.00 per hour DOE

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Hydrovac Operator is responsible for the successful completion of hydro excavation processes. The incumbent operates Hydrovac, and other machines used in construction to excavate, load, dig or break rocks or debris, dirt, or other materials. The Hydrovac Operator acts as crew lead, responsible for the completion of projects in a safe and timely manner. Safe Operations of Truck and Its Equipment.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Completes all work assigned in compliance with Peak Utilities Services Group and Subsidiaries procedures and customer requirements
• Utilizes company provided resources in a manner that is productive and protects the assets from damage and theft
• Responsible for their own safety, the safety of other Peak Utilities Services Group and Subsidiaries employees and the customers and general public that encounter their work activities
• At the completion of assigned work, follow up with job site foreman, and or your direct reports if supporting a bore-crew; is responsible for communicating with the bore lead
• Responsible for the timely and accurate completion of work orders and dailies. Submit all complete and accurate paperwork to their Supervisor/Manager in a timely manner
• Advises the Operations Supervisor of any conditions in the field that will change the company’s ability to perform the work as required or complete the work on time. Follow any corrective action provided by the Operations Supervisor
• Trains and directs the duties of the pothole operator doing hydro excavation
• Performs daily and weekly truck inspections, truck / trailer paperwork including Department of Transportation (DOT) fuel log, immediately notify the Operations Supervisor of any truck / trailer repairs that are needed or performed
• Ensures that truck is fully equipped with tools, mirrors, tape measures, paint, core bits, core drill, backfill material, pot hole plates etc. and that the equipment operates properly
• Cleans, checks fluid levels and conducts a visual inspection of vehicle/equipment to assure vehicle/equipment is performing at optimum safety, performs the required pre-trip, post trip inspections and the required paperwork, perform needed maintenance including winterizing equipment.
• Utilizes defensive driving practices
• Operates truck in a manner that ensures compliance with all applicable company, state and federal safety regulations.
• Follows required company and DOT reporting procedures
• Maintains paperwork during the day including DVIR and driver’s logbook.
• Ensures the truck has current licenses, tags, permits, and proof of insurance

Success Factors:

• Ability to perform heavy manual labor for extended periods, often under adverse climatic conditions.
• Ability to lift up to 80 lbs. multiple times during a work shift
• Ability to climb, dig, work in tight spaces, on uneven surfaces, walking, stooping, and kneeling
• Ability to understand and follow specific oral and written instructions
• Ability to work well independently and as a part of a team with co-workers
• Ability to pass motor vehicle, criminal background check, and comply with drug-free workplace policy
• English usage sufficient to keep records, place orders, and prepare simple narrative reports
• Willingness and ability to learn additional skills

Experience and Education:

• One (1 ) plus years of demonstrated Potholing/Hydro Excavating experience with strong knowledge of underground utilities is required
• Two (2 ) plus years of demonstrated experience in dry utilities is required
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted on a year-to-year basis.

Additional Requirements/Licenses/Certifications:

• A valid Commercial Driver’s License (CDL Class A or B, with airbrake endorsement and tanker endorsement) is required
• Candidates must pass Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check, a DOT regulated physical as a requirement of the job and pass a pre-employment drug screen

Notes:

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer. 

Salary : $30 - $33