Hydrovac Operator

**Job Posting - Hydro Vac Operators ($28 - 35/hr)**

At Groundhog Daylighting, a proud family-owned business, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional, professional, and cost-effective service. As we continue to grow, we are looking to expand our team of Hydrovac Operators.

We are currently seeking **skilled DZ/AZ licensed drivers** to join our Groundhog Daylighting operations. This role offers a unique opportunity to be part of a committed team that values safety and efficiency.

If you are a reliable, dedicated driver with a passion for excellence, we would love to hear from you
- Local Work but may extend out to 100 kilometers or more
- South-Western Ontario

**Why Groundhog Daylighting?**
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefit package (Extended, Dental, Vision, Life)
- Professional and safe working environment
- Employer-matched Pension Plan
- Training opportunities to enhance your skills
- Inclusive work environment
- Significant room for growth and career advancement within the company

**Job Duties and Responsibilities**:

- Set up and inspect grounding and/or bonding procedures for Hydrovac operation
- Perform debris removal
- Take lead and assist as required on hose assembly, filling water tanks, inspecting work sites and operating high pressure wands and dismantling machinery
- Take lead utilizing the Hydro Vac truck to day light, slot trench, confirm locates, frost cut, dry vacuum, create pole holes and other various digging activities

**Qualifications**:

- Geographical knowledge sufficient to read maps and follow directions.
- Understanding of CVOR and MTO guidelines and requirements
- Competent problem-solving skills
- Mechanically inclined; able to maintain company truck, machinery or tools assigned, trouble-shoot, repair and replace as appropriate
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and repetitive tasks, managing time efficiently
- Hydrovac related training an asset i.e., First Aid, Ground Disturbance, Working at Heights etc.
- Able to take direction and work safely and efficiently with mínimal supervision; Self-motivated, disciplined, organized and a team player;
- Customer service oriented
- Competent problem-solving skills
- Able to work safely and efficiently with mínimal supervision; Self-motivated, disciplined, organized and a team player;
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines and repetitive tasks, managing time efficiently
- Able to communicate clearly, written and verbal, in English
- Able to take direction and can work well with others

**Requirements**:

- Possess a valid AZ/DZ driver’s license
- Clean Driver’s Abstract and CVOR Abstract (required to be insurable)
- Criminal Background Check
- Must be eligible to work in Canada
- Customer service oriented
- Must adhere to all company specific policies and regulations
- Able to work in varied weather conditions; exposure to loud and moving equipment
- Must be able to work at heights of 10-20 feet
- Steel-Toed Work Boots (marked by a green triangle)
- Able to do physically demanding work (i.e., lift/carry 50 +/- lbs)
- Understanding of CVOR and MTO guidelines and requirements.
- Able to communicate clearly, written and verbal, in English
- Willing to work overtime, weekends, evenings and emergency call outs when required
- Hydrovac Operator related training an asset i.e. First Aid, Ground Disturbance, Working at Heights etc.

**Assessment**:Please note that you may be asked to complete an assessment during the recruitment process.

**Job Type**: Full-time, permanent
- Resume
- 2 Professional References (Supervisors/Management)
- Any relevant training certificates

We thank all applicants but only those considered will be contacted.

Please contact Human Resources if you require accommodations.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $26.00-$35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 35 - 50 per week

Additional pay:

- Overtime pay

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Employee assistance program
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Vision care

Flexible language requirement:

- French not required

Schedule:

- 10 hour shift
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Overtime
- Weekends as needed

Application question(s):

- Do you have any schedule restrictions?

**Experience**:

- Hydro Vac: 1 year (preferred)
- AZ/DZ driver: 1 year (preferred)

**Language**:

- fluent English (required)

Work Location: On the road