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Hydrovac Operator (R.A.P.I.D. Teams)

Riprock
Kuna, ID Full Time
POSTED ON 5/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 7/24/2026

R.A.P.I.D. Teams – Experienced Hydrovac Operators

Kuna, Idaho _ Nationwide Mobilization_

R.A.P.I.D.

Rapid Activated Project & Incident Deployment

R.A.P.I.D. Teams are RIPROCK’s elite hydro excavation crews built for emergency mobilization, critical infrastructure support, and time-sensitive projects across the United States.

RIPROCK LLC is a veteran-owned hydro excavation contractor based in Kuna, Idaho. Our R.A.P.I.D. crews deploy nationwide to support contractors, utilities, municipalities, pipeline contractors, power companies, and major infrastructure operations that require experienced crews immediately.

This is not an entry-level position.

We are looking for highly experienced Hydrovac Operators who can safely and efficiently perform under pressure, adapt to changing conditions, and represent RIPROCK professionally anywhere in the country.

What R.A.P.I.D. Teams Do

R.A.P.I.D. crews are built to mobilize at a moment’s notice for:

Emergency utility incidents

Time-sensitive excavation work

Disaster response support

Critical infrastructure projects

Out-of-state deployments

Remote and demanding job sites

Large pipeline, power, telecom, and utility projects

What We Expect

R.A.P.I.D. Team operators:

Know how to operate hydrovac equipment safely and efficiently

Can work independently with minimal supervision

Are willing to travel nationwide for extended periods

Understand that availability and urgency matter

Can handle long hours and demanding schedules

Stay professional under pressure

Respect customer timelines, budgets, and jobsite expectations

Take pride in their equipment, work ethic, and appearance

Understand that the mission is not complete until the customer is taken care of

At RIPROCK, the customer comes first.

We expect our crews to move quickly, solve problems, and represent the company at a high level anywhere we send them.

Requirements

Prior hydrovac operating experience REQUIRED

CDL required

Ability to travel nationwide

Flexible scheduling and availability REQUIRED

Ability to work overtime and extended shifts

Ability to work in extreme weather and difficult environments

Professional attitude and strong communication skills

Physically capable of demanding field work

What We Offer

competitive pay

Paid federal holidays

Significant overtime opportunities

Per diem and travel opportunities

Opportunity to work on major infrastructure and emergency-response projects

High-performance team culture

Veteran-owned company culture

new and modern equipment

Strong respect for operators

RIPROCK standards to our customers

“No Wasted Time.”

“Your Priority = Our Priority.”

“We Stay Until It’s Done.”

“Hard Work Wins.”

“Steadfast Safety.”

RIPROCK LLC

Veteran Owned. Always Ready.

The best ability is AVAILABILITY.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 – 84 per week

Application Question(s):

  • From your current residence could you get to kuna within an hour of receiving a call out?
  • Are you physically fit?
  • Have you visited our website Riprockhydro.com and read our core values at the top.
  • Have you operated at least a 12 yard Hydrovac truck for over a year?

Experience:

  • Hydrovac Truck Operation: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

  • CDL (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Kuna, ID 83634 (Required)

Willingness to travel:

  • 100% (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $40

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