Hydrovac Operator

HYDROVAC OPERATOR

GCS is looking for an experienced Hydrovac Operator to support our drilling crews in Red Deer. Full-time, seasonal work that is locally based.

We offer competitive wages, health and dental benefits, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), and other perks like free golf at our company owned golf course.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Hydrovac Operators conduct hydro excavation projects including; utility line exposure, debris removal, slot trenching, and digging;


• Complete permitting requirements as they pertain to the scopes of work;


• Operate trucks in a safe and professional manner;


• Set up and inspect grounding and/or bonding procedures for hydrovac operations;


• Complete all required site documentation;


• Conduct pre-trip inspections and preventative maintenance as needed;


• Complete daily log books;


• Ability to work independently while managing time and productivity;


• Must show up for work fit for duty to perform duties assigned;


• Able to accept after hour calls in emergency situations


• Ensure client satisfaction by providing excellent customer service at all times;


• Complete daily scheduled services in a timely manner;


• Operate hydrovac trucks and equipment in a safe and professional manner;


• Follow company HSE policies and procedures;


• Perform general housekeeping to ensure units are operating properly;


• Secure excavated holes on site;


• Additional duties as required.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Class 1, Class 3 or DZ license;


• Clean driver’s abstract (no major infractions, no at fault accidents, no distracted driving tickets);


• Three years of Class 1 driving experience is required;


• Demonstrate a commitment to environmental compliance and safe work;


• Ability to read blueprints;


• Familiar with completing permitting requirements;


• Ability to read utility locates;


• Must be able to work in varied weather conditions;


• Strong work ethic;


• Ability to think and react to changing conditions quickly;


• Safety conscious;


• Strong manual dexterity and hand eye coordination;


• Ability to work in a fast- paced environment with tight deadlines and repetitive tasks.

SAFETY CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED:

• Commercial vehicle training (Hours of Service, Load Securement, Weights and Dimensions, Pre-trip inspections);


• CSTS 2020


• WHMIS 2015


• Ground Disturbance Level 2 / Supervisory 


• Fall Protection