Hydro Excavation Operator

Comer Construction is seeking a skilled and safety-focused Hydro Excavation Operator to join our team. In this role, you will operate hydro excavation trucks and equipment to safely expose underground utilities, pipelines, and other infrastructure. The ideal candidate is dependable, detail-oriented, and committed to maintaining a safe work environment.

Comer Construction offers:

• Competitive wages
• Safe work environment
• 100% employer-paid health insurance for employees
• Matching 401k
• Other benefit options including vision, dental, short and long-term disability and life insurance
• Sign on bonus incentive program

Please send resume with Indeed response or apply directly online at http://www.comerconstruction.com/careers/.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operates and maintains trucks and equipment per manufacturer’s recommendations.
• Completes a vehicle inspection report to assure vehicles and equipment are safe to operate before leaving company premises.
• Ability to work independently in a safety-focused environment.
• Adhere to all company standards and work safely.
• Perform other duties as assigned or required.
• Operate hydro excavation truck and equipment in a safe and efficient manner.
• Perform daylighting, potholing, trenching, and other excavation tasks using pressurized water and vacuum systems.
• Safely locate and expose underground utilities while preventing damage.
• Perform routine inspections and basic maintenance of equipment.
• Complete daily logs, job tickets, and required documentation.
• Communicate effectively with team members, clients, and supervisors on job site needs.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years old
• Must possess a minimum CDL Class B (Class A preferred) with acceptable driving record with tanker endorsement.
• Experience with GapVax equipment is a plus
• Must have current DOT medical card.
• High school diploma, GED, or trade school completion certificate.
• Safety certifications preferred (eg. First Aid/CPR, Fall Protection, Confined Space)
• Must be able to pass a drug screen and criminal background check
• Ability to read, write and accurately follow oral and written instructions
• Excellent physical condition. Position requires ability to grasp, walk, lift, carry, push, pull, climb, kneel, stoop, squat, bend, crouch, crawl, and reach in small spaces throughout the day.
• Must work daily and weekend overtime as needed or assigned.
• Must be able to work in all outdoor elements for extended periods of time.
• Must be self-motivated, able to work with minimal supervision

Comer Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

License/Certification:

• Class A or B CDL with tanker endorsement (Required)

Work Location: In person