Hydro Excavation Laborer - CDL- Colorado Springs

Job Category
:
Construction

Requisition Number
: HYDRO
004842

Posted:
February 4, 2026
• Full-Time
• On-site

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Peak Utility Infrastructure is an integrated engineering and construction company that serves the Electric, Natural Gas, and Telecommunications industries. We provide a full suite of engineering, construction, operations, and maintenance services, including repair, replacement, maintenance, and installation of natural gas, telecommunications, and electric infrastructure through our operating subsidiaries:
Site Wise, Kelly Cable, Riley Brothers, and Superior Pipeline Services.

Pay Rate: $26.00 - $28.00 DOE

Our Core Values: Guided by Safety. Focused on Communities. Powered by Care.

Essential Functions:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

The Hydro Excavation Laborer II are CDL driver/operator crews that are responsible for going into residential and commercial areas working on underground utilities and working with their crew to complete tasks for the day.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Operates and maintains hydro excavation equipment, including high-pressure water wands and vacuum systems.
• Assists in safely exposing underground utilities without damaging infrastructure.
• Follows strict safety procedures in accordance with OSHA standards and site-specific guidelines
• CDL driver/operator with equipment setup and hose handling.
• Performs manual labor including trenching, shoveling, and back filling job sites.
• Completes daily pre-trip and post-trip inspections of hydro vac equipment.
• Ensures job site cleanliness and compliance with environmental safety regulations.
• Communicates effectively with team members and supervisors to ensure job efficiency.
• D ilivers high performance on fast-paced projects while supporting Hydro Excavation Operator and site safety requirements.
• Assists crew leader in construction, reconstruction and maintenance work.
• Assists equipment operators by swamping, hand digging and locating underground obstructions.
• Works with specialized equipment including jackhammers, rotary drills, power actuated fasteners and other industry tools.
• Signals equipment operators to facilitate alignment, movement, and adjustment of machinery, equipment, and materials.
• Cleans and prepares construction sites to eliminate possible hazards.
• Maintains paperwork during the day including DVIR and driver’s logbook.
• Ensures the truck has current licenses, tags, permits, and proof of insurance.
• Assists with setup and breakdown of hydro vac trucks and job site safety per company protocols.
• Maintains and cleans tools, equipment, and trucks to ensure safe and proper operation.
• Works safely potholing, trenching, and day lighting operations using high-pressure water, vacuum systems, and any other equipment.
• Follows detailed instructions to complete excavation work while avoiding damage to existing infrastructure.
• Adheres to OSHA and company safety standards, using appropriate PPE and hazard recognition.
• Works in various weather conditions and job environments, including confined spaces and roadside projects.
• Communicates with team leaders and clients to ensure accurate completion of excavation tasks.
• Performs routine maintenance checks and reported equipment issues to supervisors promptly.
• Safely works within the traffic control and job site cleanup as needed to maintain safe working conditions.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Success Factors:

• A strong belief in ZERO
  - Being Safe 100% of the time is the expectation.
• Alignment with company mission, vision, and values.
• Strong team player with the ability to adapt to diverse team members.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced work environment.
• A high level of time management, accountability, and prioritization skills.
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and driven to accomplish department goals.
• Ability to support a fast-paced, demanding work schedule; could include late evenings and/or weekends when requested.
• Willingness and ability to learn additional skills.

Experience and

Education:

• Class A CDL is required for this position
• Approximately 1 year of experience in a laboring position in the utilities field.
• High…