Hydrovac Operator

The hydrovac operator is an essential member of the Southview team. Safely mobilizing the hydrovac unit to the jobsite and operating the on-board hydroexcavation system are the main requirements of the job.

Training will be provided for people with a DZ or AZ license and a desire to succeed.

What we offer:

- Competitive hourly wage
- Time and a half after 44 hours
- Full benefits (health, dental, disability, and life) paid for by company after 3 month probationary period
- Training and advancement opportunities
- Per diem and expense reimbursements for out of town work

Job Responsibilities:

- Daylighting and soft excavating for telecom, hydro, gas, and underground services
- Ensure health and safety is the number one goal by following policies, CVOR guidelines and acting in a safe manner at all times
- Perform pre and post trip inspections by following company policies and procedure for routine maintenance, perform general housekeeping to ensure hydrovac unit is clean and operating properly maintained
- Complete all required paperwork daily
- Set up and inspect grounding and/or bonding procedures by Hydrovac operation
- Must be able to work in confined areas
- Handle and distribute construction materials, loading and unloading vehicles with supplies, equipment, remove all debris from work sites
- Other duties as required

Requirements:

- A DZ driver’s license is the minimum requirement needed




- Must have and maintain a clean driver’s abstract and CVOR
- Must possess and exhibit robust safety acumen and demonstrate safe work practices
- Previous hydrovac, trucking, vacuum truck or other related experience preferred
- Previous experience in telecommunications is an asset
- Mechanical inclination an asset
- Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision
- Operate Southview Group's equipment in a safe and professional manner
- Properly document all Company, Federal, Provincial 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-site customer representatives

Essential Physical Functions

- 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 50 pounds
- Must be able to work in all outdoor elements (rain, snow, heat) 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 capable of working extended hours and variable shifts
- Must be eligible to work in Canada

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $34.00-$48.00 per hour

Benefits:

- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Hydrovac Operator (Port Perry)
🏢 Southview Group
📍 Port Perry