Hydrovac Operator

Peak Utility Services Group • Monroe, LA

5h • Onsite

About The Position

Superior Hydrovac is a full-service turn-key hydro excavation company dedicated to providing world-class hydrovac services across a diverse range of industries. They employ a highly trained workforce, a fleet of state-of-the-art hydrovac trucks, and advanced tools and technology to offer unmatched expertise and capabilities. Superior Hydrovac handles every aspect of excavation projects, from assessment and planning to execution and cleanup, and continuously seeks solutions to meet customer needs. The Hydrovac Operator role involves running machinery designed to safely excavate and expose underground utilities, requiring precision and expertise in equipment operation, safety protocols, and efficient excavation practices. The company operates under core values: Guided by Safety, Focused on Communities, and Powered by Care.

Requirements

• Class A CDL Air Brake and Tanker Endorsement is required
• Minimum of 1 year of related experience or training
• Possession of, or ability to obtain, a valid State of Residence Driver’s License is required within two weeks of employment
• Candidates must pass criminal and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) background checks
• Pass a pre-employment drug screen
• Knowledge of basic underground utilities
• Skills in operating heavy equipment and machines proficiently and safely
• Ability to use time and equipment efficiently to complete projects on time
• Ability to communicate effectively in a team environment
• Mechanical aptitude
• Mapping and Print Reading
• Ability to work in confined spaces
• Mechanical ability; and knowledge of equipment and heavy vehicle operation, maintenance, and repair
• Willingness and ability to learn additional skills

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the successful completion of hydro excavation projects including utility line exposure, debris removal, slot trenching, and digging
• Operate Hydrovac trucks and equipment in a safe and professional manner
• Supervise activities of Hydrovac Laborers in order to ensure employee skill development
• Set up and inspect grounding and/or bonding procedures for Hydrovac operation
• Complete all required paperwork properly and within set time lines
• Perform pre and post-trip inspections, as well as routine maintenance
• Potholing Existing Underground Utilities for HDD Work
• Pole Holes, Anchors, and Trench Work for Company Divisions
• Exposing Existing Underground Utilities for New Placement and Maintenance Work

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees