Hydrovac Operator

Hydrovac Operator - Charleston, SC Area
Location: Greater Charleston, SC Area
Job Type: Full-Time
Wage: $27 per hour
Schedule: M-F, Sat and Sun as needed
Benefits (eligibility requirements apply):
• Health insurance options including Medial, Vision and Dental
• Paid Sick Leave and holidays.
• Opportunities for advancement and professional development.

Description:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Hydrovac Operator to join our team in the Charleston, SC metropolitan area. As a Hydrovac Operator, you will be responsible for operating hydro vacuum trucks and related equipment in a safety-focused environment, performing tasks such as excavation, trenching, and utility line exposure.

Responsibilities:
• Operate hydrovac truck to perform safe and non-disruptive excavation around power lines, plumbing, and underground utilities2.
• Maintain trucks and equipment according to manufacturer recommendations.
• Complete vehicle inspection reports to ensure safety before leaving company premises.
• Identify and expose hidden utilities to avoid harm during excavation.
• Set up and secure work zones to ensure safety.
• Adhere to safety protocols and regulations at all times.
• Complete all required paperwork daily, including job reports and incident forms.
• Manage and dispose of excavated materials properly.
• Perform and log pre-operation safety inspections.

Requirements:
• Valid Commercial Driver's License (CDL) Class A or B7.
• Clean driving record (mandatory)4.
• Ability to pass a drug screen and criminal history background check (mandatory).
• Minimum of 1-2 years' experience in hydro excavation or related field.
• Knowledge of hydrovac technologies, safety protocols, and applicable regulations.
• Ability to interpret locates, stakeouts, drawings, and schematics.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work in a team environment2.
• Physical ability to lift, push, and pull 50 pounds4.
• Willingness to work variable shifts with extended hours and travel up to 25% of the time4.

Our mission is to be the Best In Class manpower support company by operating on the principals of delivering the highest level professionalism, integrity, honesty, and safety to our valued employees and clients.

Lead Staffing, established in 2010, specializes in Construction, Industrial and Marine Staffing of Skilled Tradespeople throughout the United States of America. Our goal is to work with regional and national contractors that share our commitment towards safety and to provide long term rewarding work assignments for our valued employees.

Our success in consistently filling our customer's orders is directly related to the tenure of our sales and recruiting staff, all of whom on average have in excess of 10 years industry experience

LEAD is proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

LEAD is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success as a growing national company, and we seek to recruit, develop and retain the most talented people from a diverse candidate pool.