Hydrovac Operator - East Valley

Description

At Safe Site Utility Services, we live our core values—Communication, Honesty, Accountability, Safety and Expertise—in every interaction and decision. Providing industry-leading Subsurface Utility Engineering (SUE), utility locating, and damage prevention solutions. Our team is driven by a commitment to safety, accuracy, and excellence.

We’re seeking enthusiastic and skilled Hydrovac Operators to join our dynamic team. If you thrive on challenges, love being on the move, and take pride in a job well done, we want to hear from you!

Expected hours: This job has typical construction hours, meaning some weeks might require less than 40 hours, while others could require 50 hours. We're a 24/7 operation, so you must be ready for anything.

Travel: Must be willing to travel for short periods of time as needed

Work Environment

• Must be able to work in all outdoor elements for extended periods of time
• Must be able to work in all weather conditions and noisy environments
  
  

Physical Demands

• Be able to work extended hours and variable shifts
• Be able to wear all required PPE
• Be able to climb ladders and work from stationary platforms from elevated heights
• Confined Space Entry may be required to accomplish tasks for some clients
• Must be able to repeatedly lift a minimum of 50 pounds
  
  

Responsibilities

• Drive to assigned job sites to excavate, load, dig, break rocks or debris, dirt, or other materials
• Operate hydrovac equipment to excavate underground utility lines, pipelines, and other structures
• Operate Safe Site equipment in a safe and professional manner
• Maintain hydrovac truck and equipment to ensure they are in good working condition
• Assist in all cleaning operations to ensure the hydrovac operates at maximum capacity
• Monitor and maintain water levels in the hydrovac tank
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and procedures
• Communicate with team members to ensure efficient operations
• Perform pre- and post-trip inspections on the hydrovac truck and equipment
• Troubleshoot and diagnose equipment malfunctions
• Complete job site documentation and paperwork accurately and timely
• Maintain a clean and organized job site
• Cleaning, vacuuming, mobilization, and maintenance of equipment
• Attend training sessions and safety meetings as needed
  
  

Requirements

• Class B CDL required with Airbrake and Tanker Endorsement
• Pass a pre-employment physical
• Pass a criminal background check and safety performance verification
• Pass a pre-employment drug screen
• Previous hydrovac experience
• Knowledge of and comply with DOT Regulations
  
  

Preferred

• Underground utility and/or construction experience
• 12 months of Heavy Equipment Operation experience
• Previous trucking, vacuum truck or other related industrial experience
  
  

Benefits

• Medical, Vision and Dental Insurance
• Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
• 401(k) matching
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Life and AD&D Insurance and Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
  
  

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. In compliance with federal and state equal opportunity employment laws, Safe Site is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate regarding race, color, national origin, religion, disability, age, or gender.