Hydro-Vac Operator

Job Summary:
The Hydrovac Operator is responsible for operating a Company asset (truck equipment or otherwise) while ensuring the safe and efficient completion of the Hydrovac projects for residential and commercial clients.

Essential Functions:

• Conduct daily pre-shift and post-shift vehicle inspection and report deficiencies to shop immediately.
• Report improper operation, faulty equipment and unusual conditions to the Hydrovac Field Supervisor utilizing the proper vehicle inspection report paperwork.
• Operate service truck to and from pre-designated work sites based on daily routing information, following detailed directives on work orders.
• Maintain telephone or radio contact with dispatch to receive additional instructions and changes to work locations etc.
• Maintains cognitive awareness of immediate surroundings both vertically and horizontally, ensuring the jetter reel is extended off the front bumper, telescopic boom and body is raised in a safe and efficient manner.
• Responsible for the successful completion of hydro excavating projects, hydro-jetting projects, including: subsurface utility line exposure, utility potholing, debris and blockage removal, slot trenching and general vacuum digging.
• Ability to operate the televising and locating units, including: both manual push devices and robotic tractor.
• Understands the capabilities, functions and limitations of the hydrovac and televising and locating units.
• Maintains truck logs according to state and federal regulations.
• All other duties as assigned.

Competencies or Experience Requirements

• Class B - CDL License with Tanker Endorsement.
• DOT Physical Card
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a team environment

Education Requirements

High School diploma or general education degree (GED)

Safety

Strict adherence to safety requirements and procedures as outlined in the Manual of Safety Practices and Procedures.

Travel

Travel to job sites is required as needed.

Additional Considerations

The Zemba Companies culture and values are part of what makes the company successful and a great place to work.  Candidates will be considered in terms of their consistency with culture and values.  The Zemba Companies is a rapidly growing company; flexibility is essential as we grow and develop. The successful candidate must be comfortable in a fast-paced work environment with many crucial deadlines.

Benefits

The Zemba Companies benefit package includes medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance and retirement savings plan upon completion of length of employment requirements.

Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required. All team members may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.