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Hydrovac Operator
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What they do
An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.
$55,605 / year median in Ohio
+7% projected growth
Job Description
SUSCO CONSTRUCTION SERVICES LLC
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JOB DESCRIPTION FIELD POSITION
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UNDERGROUND UTILITY CONSTRUCTION HYDROVAC OPERATOR
Class A/B CDL + Tanker Endorsement
JOB TYPE
Full-Time PAY $30.00-$38.00/hr
DOE CDL / ENDORSEMENT
Class A or B + Tanker (N) TRAVEL Approx. 15-25%
ABOUT SUSCO CONSTRUCTION SERVICES LLC SUSCO
Construction Services LLC is an underground utility contractor specializing in Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD), hydrovac excavation, underground utility installation, fiber construction, restoration, and related civil construction. We operate multiple HDD crews and continue to expand our underground utility operations throughout Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and surrounding markets. We're hiring an experienced Hydrovac Operator with a valid Class A or Class B CDL and Tanker (N) endorsement to join our growing underground utility construction team.
POSITION OVERVIEW
This position primarily supports our Horizontal Directional Drilling (HDD) crews by potholing and daylighting existing underground utilities before drilling. We're looking for an experienced operator who can safely and efficiently run hydrovac equipment around gas, electric, water, sewer, fiber, telecommunications, and other underground utilities. We are specifically looking for an experienced hydrovac operator — not simply a CDL driver. The right candidate can get into the truck and safely perform utility potholing and daylighting with minimal training, and understands the importance of positively exposing existing utilities before HDD operations. Efficiently and correctly exposing utilities is a critical part of keeping our HDD crews moving and preventing utility strikes.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
— Safely operate hydrovac/vacuum excavation equipment — Perform potholing and daylighting to expose existing underground utilities — Support HDD bore crews by verifying utility locations and depths before drilling — Safely excavate around utilities using high-pressure water and vacuum systems — Properly expose and protect existing utilities — Transport and properly dispose of spoils in accordance with company and project requirements — Perform daily equipment inspections and basic preventative maintenance — Maintain the hydrovac truck, hoses, tools, and associated equipment — Complete required DOT inspections, daily reports, and disposal documentation — Communicate effectively with supervisors, drillers, locators, inspectors, and other field personnel — Follow OSHA, DOT, customer, and SUSCO safety requirements — Assist underground utility crews with additional field work when needed
QUALIFICATIONS
Required — Valid Class A or Class B CDL — Tanker (N) endorsement — Previous hydrovac/vacuum excavation operating experience — Ability to safely work around existing underground utilities — Knowledge of proper vacuum excavation techniques — Ability to perform daily equipment inspections and basic troubleshooting — Acceptable driving record; must meet applicable DOT requirements — Must be able to pass required drug screening — Ability to work outdoors in varying weather and jobsite conditions — Ability to lift, pull, carry, and handle hydrovac hoses and equipment — Dependable, safety-conscious, and able to work independently when required Preferred — Experience potholing/daylighting existing underground utilities — HDD or underground utility construction experience
TRAVEL & SCHEDULE
Current travel requirement is approximately 15-25%. Travel requirements are subject to change at any time based on project locations, workload, and company needs. Projects may be located throughout Ohio, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and surrounding areas — employees may occasionally be away from home during the workweek depending on project location. When overnight travel is required, SUSCO pays for lodging and provides a $45/day per diem. Work schedules and overtime will vary based on project requirements, production, weather, and customer needs.
WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FOR
— Someone comfortable working closely with drillers, locators, supervisors, inspectors, and other underground utility personnel — An operator who takes care of their equipment, works safely, communicates well, and understands production
PAY & BENEFITS
— $30.00-$38.00 per hour, based on experience — Anthem health, dental, and vision insurance — eligible after 30 days — 401(k) retirement plan — eligible after 1 year, with 3% company match — Paid Time Off — 1 week after 1 year, 2 weeks after 2 years, 3 weeks after 4 years — Company-paid lodging when overnight travel is required, plus $45/day per diem Plan documents and carrier rules govern in every case.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401(k) Plans
- Other Retirement and Savings
- Health Insurance