hydrovac truck operator

Overview

Languages

English

Education

• Secondary (high) school graduation certificate
• or equivalent experience

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

On site

Work must be completed at the physical location. There is no option to work remotely.

Work site environment

• Dusty

Work setting

• Various locations

Responsibilities

Tasks

• Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle
• Secure special attachments to equipment
• Operate heavy equipment
• Operate hydraulic pumping systems
• Operate computer controlled equipment
• Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment
• Clean and lubricate equipment and refill equipment tanks
• Complete onboard and other logs
• Read blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements

Credentials

Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses

• Air Brake (Z) Endorsement
• Driver's License (Class 3 or D)
• Construction Safety Training Systems (CSTS) Certificate

Experience and specialization

Documentation knowledge

• Accident or incident reports
• Driver logbook
• Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip)
• Maintenance and repair reports

Type of trucking and equipment

• Hydrovac

Communication systems experience

• Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment

Additional information

Security and safety

• Driver's validity licence check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Transportation/travel information

• Valid driver's licence
• Public transportation is not available

Work conditions and physical capabilities

• Attention to detail
• Large workload
• Physically demanding
• Repetitive tasks

Own tools/equipment

• Hard hat
• Steel-toed safety boots
• Gloves
• Safety glasses/goggles

Benefits

Health benefits

• Dental plan
• Health care plan
• Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

• Group insurance benefits
• Life insurance