Hydrovac CDL Operator

Job description

Hydrovac CDL Operator
Badger Daylighting is expanding and seeking professional Hydrovac Operators to join the largest Hydrovac business in North America.
The Badger Hydrovac system is a non-destructive method of excavating as an alternative to mechanical equipment or hand-digging. The Badger Hydrovac uses pressurized water and a vacuum system to quickly, safely, precisely and cleanly excavate around utilities, pipelines and numerous other applications.
MUST HAVE A MINIMUM CLASS "B" CDL LICENSE WITH TANKER ENDORSEMENT and CLEAN DRIVING RECORD.
Description:

• Seventy percent or more of the job's work time is spent operating the on-board hydro-vacuum system outside the truck performing non-destructive excavation around sensitive underground piping and cables.
• Other hydrovac work consists of tank entry, cleaning and vacuuming, mobilization of equipment, truck maintenance, safety meetings, etc.
• Heavy lifting at times is required.
• Working at heights are sometimes required
• The job requires typical construction type hours with some weeks being less than 40 hours and other weeks very busy requiring 50 plus hours.
• Badger is a 24/7 operation.

Requirements:
MUST HAVE A MINIMUM CLASS "B" CDL LICENSE WITH TANKER ENDORSEMENT and CLEAN DRIVING RECORD.

• Minimum of 1 year driving experience with CDL PREFERRED
• Applicant shall agree to initial Drug/Alcohol testing and random testing thereafter
• OSHA10 safety card certification is required. (If applicant does not hold an OSHA10 certification, Badger will pay for computer based training with applicant completing on-line course within 5 days of hiring on their own. Certification is the property of the applicant.)
• Be at least 21 years of age.
• Possess a current and valid DOT medical certificate.
• Must be able to pass 5 year criminal background and safety performance verification.
• Clean MVR (2 or less traffic violations in current 3 year period).
• Safety mindedness is essential.
• Travel out of town and out of state to work will be required at times.
• Must be willing to work flexible hours. (Due to client schedule, our operators may not work every day but must be flexible for irregular hours).
• Underground utility experience a plus.

Essential Job Functions:

• Drive and operate Badger Daylighting Corp equipment in a safe and professional manner.
• Properly document all Company, Federal, State, and Customer documentation/paperwork as required by law and or established policy in a clear and legible manner.
• Able to effectively and professionally communicate with on-sight customer representative to locate least intrusive and safest place to park company equipment while on job sight.
• Able to lead and direct subordinate personnel to perform duties/tasks in a safe, timely, and efficient manner.
• Able to troubleshoot and as the need arises perform minor repairs to equipment.

Essential Physical Functions/Requirements of the Job:

• Hear and distinguish emergency signals and instructions while on duty.
• Must be able to repetitively sit, lift, stoop, bend, squat, kneel, reach and crawl.
• Must be able to repeatedly lift a minimum of 40 pounds.
• Must be able to work in all outdoor elements for extended periods of time.
• Confined Space Entry may be required to accomplish tasks for some clients when applicable.
• Be able to wear PPE (Personal Protective Equipment).
• Must be able to climb ladders, and work from stationary platforms from elevated heights.
• Must be capable of working extended hours and variable shifts.

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Training Provided
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Serious inquires only!!!

MUST HAVE A MINIMUM CLASS "B" CDL LICENSE WITH TANKER ENDORSEMENT and CLEAN DRIVING RECORD.

Experience:

• Previous Vac experience preferred but not required: 1 year (Required)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

Location:

• Dallas, TX (Required)

License:

• Minimum of Class B CDL, Tanker Endorsement (Required)