Hydrovac Operator - (Travel Role)

Peak Utility Services Group•Fort Worth, TX

About The Position

Superior Hydrovac is a full-service hydro excavation company serving a diverse range of industries. Hydrovac Operators operate specialized machinery to excavate and expose underground utilities safely, using precision, equipment expertise, safety protocols, and efficient excavation practices. The position requires crews to travel 90% of the time. Operators may supervise Hydrovac Laborers to support their skill development and are responsible for safe equipment operation, project completion, inspections, routine maintenance, and required paperwork. The role includes hydro excavation work such as exposing utility lines, removing debris, slot trenching, digging, potholing existing underground utilities for HDD work, preparing pole holes and anchors, trench work for company divisions, and exposing existing utilities for new placement and maintenance. The job description states that reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Requirements

Class A CDL with Air Brake and Tanker endorsements required.
Minimum of 1 year of related experience or training.
Knowledge of basic underground utilities.
Proficiency operating heavy equipment and machinery safely.
Ability to use time and equipment efficiently to complete projects on time.
Ability to communicate effectively in a team environment.
Mechanical aptitude and knowledge of heavy vehicle and equipment operation, maintenance, and repair.
Ability to read maps and prints.
Ability to work in confined spaces.
Ability to perform repetitive lifting of vacuum piping connections.
Willingness and ability to learn additional skills.
Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid state-of-residence driver's license within two weeks of employment.
Must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record background checks and a pre-employment drug screen.

Responsibilities

Complete hydro excavation projects, including utility line exposure, debris removal, slot trenching, and digging.
Operate Hydrovac trucks and equipment safely and professionally.
Supervise Hydrovac Laborers to support employee skill development.
Set up and inspect grounding and/or bonding procedures for Hydrovac operations.
Complete required paperwork properly and within required timelines.
Perform pre-trip and post-trip inspections and routine maintenance.
Perform daily vacuum excavation tasks, including potholing existing underground utilities for HDD work; pole holes, anchors, and trench work for company divisions; and exposing existing underground utilities for new placement and maintenance work.