HYDROVAC OPERATOR

5 days ago

High River AB, Calgary Census Division, AB; Alberta, Canada Steinbachonline Full-time

Hydrovac Operator

Based out of High River, the Hydrovac Operator is responsible for performing activities relating to operation of Hydrovac Truck. They will also assist with labor duties in a safe, efficient and effective manner.

Duties and Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To:

  • Operate Hydrovac Truck in residential, commercial and rural areas
  • Operates assigned unit in a safe, professional and effective manner, carrying out assigned duties
  • Responsible for basic maintenance of the Hydrovac Truck to maintain safe and optimal operation. Will keep assigned Unit organized, clean and presentable
  • Responsible for the successful completion of hydro excavation projects including utility line exposure, debris removal, slot trenching, and digging
  • Set up and inspect grounding and/or bonding procedures for Hydro-vac operation
  • Manages the scheduling of work through requests from Site Supervisors and Foremen
  • Prepare and coordinate safety tool box talks and complete pre-job hazard assessments
  • Perform and maintains a daily log book as per Commercial Motor Vehicle Act
  • Liaises with dispatch to determine daily work assignment(s)
  • Complete all required paperwork properly and within set time lines
  • Comply with Shawne and OH&S regulations
  • Must be able to work independently and demonstrate a strong customer service focus
  • General Labour duties and other activities at construction site as required
  • Out of town travel will occasionally be required
  • Communicates effectively (verbally and in writing)
  • Teamwork and collaboration (work cooperatively and collaboratively with others)

Requirements

  • Must possess a valid class 3 with Airbrakes, Class 1 is preferred, with a recent and clean abstract
  • Minimum 3 years of recent hydro-vac, and related trucking experience
  • Good verbal and written communication skills

Must Have the following tickets, skills, abilities and other requirement

  • CSTS, Air Breaks, Ground Disturbance Level 1 and First Aid
  • Knowledge of vehicle and equipment safety
  • Strong work ethic
  • Ability to work safely in a fast-paced environment
  • Self-directed and self-starter with the ability to work with little supervision and as part of a team

Construction Safety Certifications including The Following Are Considered Assets

  • Ground Disturbance Certification
  • Confined Space Awareness/Rescue
  • Fall Arrest
  • WHMIS

This position has been deemed safety sensitive; successful applicants may be required to pass a pre-employment drug and alcohol test as a condition of employment.

We would like to thank all applicants for their submissions, however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

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