Hydro Excavation Vac Operator

Congruex • Columbus, OH

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About The Position

The Hydro Vac Operator performs safe, accurate, and timely hydro excavation work under the supervision of the Construction Manager. The role operates hydro excavation equipment, completes excavation tasks, takes responsibility for work quality, and complies with safety requirements and regulations at job sites. The position involves travel to assigned job sites and outdoor work in varied conditions, including confined spaces, heights, and live traffic zones.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) with Tankers Endorsement.
• DOT Medical Card.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug test.
• Maintain a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• Ability to read and understand blueprints and project specifications related to utility location and excavation.
• Effective verbal and written communication with crew, leadership, and customers.
• Ability to drive and operate company vehicles and hydro excavation equipment.
• Ability to ensure compliance with OSHA and other regulatory bodies’ safety standards.
• Ability to use proper safety equipment.
• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and climb for extended periods.
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions, in confined spaces, at heights, and in live traffic zones.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment physical.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with utility locating.
• Bilingual Spanish and English speaking ability.

Responsibilities

• Inspect work sites for hazards and safety concerns and ensure compliance with state, federal, OSHA, and company safety policies.
• Safely and efficiently operate hydro excavation vacuum trucks and related equipment.
• Excavate and remove soil and debris using hydro excavation techniques.
• Pothole existing utilities carefully and precisely.
• Ensure proper disposal of excavated materials.
• Track materials, aggregates, and project requirements.
• Communicate orally and in writing with local officials, company management and staff, customers, and other stakeholders.
• Report work status and issues to the Construction Manager and/or Project Manager daily.
• Complete accurate paperwork daily.
• Clean work sites and restore them after work.
• Travel to and from assigned job sites.
• Perform additional responsibilities within the functional scope based on business needs.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits starting on day one.
• 401(k) program with company match and immediate vesting on day one.
• Flexible PTO for exempt roles and competitive PTO accrual for non-exempt roles.
• 10 company-paid holidays.
• Company-paid maternity and parental leave options.
• Company-paid basic life insurance, with employee-paid voluntary options.
• Free wellness benefits, including counseling, financial planning, and caregiver support.
• Marketplace discounts and 24/7 access to online learning and development.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED