Hydrovac Operator

**Forbes Bros Ltd**. is seeking a qualified **Hydrovac Operator (full-time)** to support the **FB Bullet** team in shallow utility construction operations in **Surrey, BC.**

All FB Bullet staff will report to the main office in Surrey and travel to work sites with their designated crews in company vehicles. The _Hydrovac Operator_ will be responsible for the operation, inspection, maintenance, and repair of units to support various construction/maintenance.

Forbes Bros Ltd. has a family-oriented culture that focuses on flexibility, growth & respect in the workplace. Welcome to this exciting career opportunity

**What We Offer**:

- Pay as per the collective bargaining agreement, based on level of experience
- Benefits and Registered Retirement Savings program as per the collective agreement
- Training & Training Allowances as per the collective agreement
- Schedule is Monday to Friday with frequent opportunity for weekend hours
- Overtime/double time as per collective bargaining agreement
- Family orientated working environment
- Opportunities for career growth and development

**Responsibilities**:

- Lives Forbes Bros. value of WE WORK SAFE & never compromising on safety in all aspects of our every day
- Responsibly drive and operates hydro-vac units to complete tasks associated with daylighting, excavation, trenching and shorting
- Rigging in and out of equipment, hoses, fittings, pipes, etc., as per specification
- Successfully read and understand civil drawings and determine appropriate calculations and adjustments in grades
- Perform pre and post trip inspections, diagnosis, roadside repairs, and general cleanup of rubble and debris from worksites
- Perform general housekeeping to ensure Hydro Vac is clean and operating appropriately
- Complete all required paperwork in a timely manner
- Perform other related tasks as assigned

**What We Are Looking For**:

- Valid Class 3 Driver's License (Class 1, an asset)
- Minimum one (1) year of experience operating Hydro-vac, is required
- Experience in underground construction, preferably Powerline construction; an asset
- Valid Safety Certifications including Ground Disturbance, First Aid, H2S Alive required
- Ability to work in field/site with travel and work hour flexibility to accommodate to remote/site work schedules
- Physically fit and able to perform manual labor in varying weather conditions and environments, inclusive of heavy lifting
- Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of Pre-Access D&A testing, presenting a valid Driver's License and an acceptable drivers abstract