Hydrovac Operator - Class B

Job Details

Full Time / Part Time: Full Time

Sign On Bonus: $3,000 paid over the first 3 pay periods Retention Bonus: $1,000 paid at 90 days, 180 days, and365 days FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

*Based on overtime, availability, and customer demands

SUMMARY

The Hydrovac Operator is responsible for the successful completion of hydro excavation processes. The incumbent operates Hydrovac and other machines used in construction to excavate, load, dig or break rocks or debris, dirt, orother materials. The Hydrovac Operator acts as crew lead, responsible for the completion of projects in a safe and timely manner.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensuring that Health and Safety is the number one priority by complying with all safe work practices, policies, and processes and acting in a safe manner at all times
• Supplying a safe, effective, and professional service to our clients
• Rigging equipment in and out
• Staging equipment
• Completing tasks associated with daylighting excavation, trenching, bell hole and shoring
• Completing all required paperwork on a daily basis
• Attend safety meetings and ensures all tasks are always completed in a safe and professional manner
• Responsible for the successful completion of hydro excavation projects including utility line exposure, debris removal, trenching, and digging, using a high-pressure wand to loosen the soil and a vacuum system to remove the debris or build-up.
• Communicate effectively, professionally and demonstrate a strong customer service focus in all interactions.
• Troubleshoot minor mechanical issues and as the need arises perform minor repairs to equipment.
• Use client provided technology (iPad) for field ticketing and time and attendance.
• Properly document all client, Federal, State, and Customer paperwork as required by law and/or established policy in a clear and legible manner.
• Must work safely at all times and follow safely policies
• Must perform pre and post trip inspections
• Must wear PPE at all times
• Must adhere to dress code policy
• Customer service and team oriented 

QUALIFICATIONS

• CDL A license.
• High School diploma/GED.
• Tanker and HazMat endorsement preferred.
• Winch truck experience preferred
• Experience in operating skid steer preferred
• Meet all Federal Motor Carrier D.O.T. requirements and safety qualifications.
• Current D.O.T. medical card.
• Ability to read and interpret information such driving routes, safety rules, sales tickets, operatinginstructions, and procedure manuals.
• Possess outstanding organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to work night or weekend shifts as necessary.
• Must be detail oriented due to the necessity of safety
• Must possess excellent oral and written communications skills.
• Able to thrive in a team environment.
• CDL certification from accredited driving school and one year of similar driving experience; experiencemay be substituted.
• Experience in energy industry

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Must be able to wear required PPE as assigned by HS&E Manager at all times
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Work extended hours if needed
• Ability to travel as needed, including out-of-state travel
• Ability to work in extreme outdoor weather (hot, cold, ice, rain, etc.

 WORK SCHEDULE

• This position requires 40 hours per week and the willingness to work additional hours when needed.
• This position will be scheduled on a rotational work schedule of 4 days on and 4 days off, 6 days on and 2 daysoff or any other schedule that meets business needs.

ENVIRONMENT

• This position works outside in all weather conditions including extreme heat and cold.
• While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts andoutside weather conditions.
• The employee is frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
• The employee is occasionally exposed to wet and/or humid conditions and high, precarious places.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.

SAFETY

Each DHI employee is responsible, professional, and accountable for conducting their job tasks in a safe and healthy manner. Employee responsibilities include performing your job in accordance with Health Safety Security & Environmental (HSSE) philosophy, standards, programs, rules and permits. Each employee will work responsibly and take any necessary precautions to protect him/herself, as well as others in the work area from injury and health hazards. Employees are expected to immediately report all incidents to a Manager or Person in Charge (PIC) and to the appropriate field HSE coordinator. In addition, employees are expected to actively participate in HSSE meetings and promptly correct unsafe acts and/or conditions. A detailed listing of employee responsibilities can be found in the DHI’s Safety Handbook.

Compensation Information 

BENEFITS

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience

• Medical, dental, vision, coverage in addition to life and disability insurance plans
• Paid Vacation Days
• Retirement and Savings (401K) plan