Hydro-Excavator Operator - Commerce

Position: Hydro-Excavator Operator - Commerce City, CO

Location:

Commerce City, CO, 80022

Hydro-Excavator Operator Needed ASAP! The Hydro-Excavator Operator operates and maintains hydro-excavation equipment to expose underground utilities, remove soil and debris, and support construction and utility projects. The operator is responsible for safe equipment operation, protecting existing infrastructure, coordinating with field crews, and completing accurate daily records. This position works closely with the assigned supervisor, project team, and customers to complete work safely, efficiently, and in accordance with project requirements.

At Guildner Pipeline Maintenance and Insituform Technologies, an Azuria Water Solutions company, we take pride in the work we do and the people who make it possible. We're a team built from all walks of life, united by a common goal: to improve and protect the infrastructure that communities rely on every day. Whether you're in the field or behind the scenes, your work here makes a real difference - and we're always looking for passionate, hard-working people to join our team in Commerce City, CO.

If you're looking for a career where your work matters, and where you're supported by a forward-thinking team, there's never been a better time to take your next step!

The starting hourly pay is $30.00 per hour, depending on experience, and will increase based on experience.

Why You'll Love Working For Us:

• Competitive salary
• Daily per diem while traveling
• 100% covered individual hotel room stays while traveling
• Full benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage
• 401k matching
• Tuition assistance
• Paid time off and overtime pay
• On-the-job training with full pay
• Company paid PPE, boots, and safety gear
• Career growth opportunities
• Work for a forward-thinking and innovative company
• Ecological footprint - We are rehabbing the world's infrastructure, one pipe at a time, with minimal disruption to people's daily routines, with little waste

What You'll Do:

• Operate hydro-excavation trucks and associated water, vacuum, hose, and debris-handling systems within operator training, manufacturer instructions, and company procedures.
• Perform utility day lighting, potholing, slot trenching, and soil or debris removal as assigned, while protecting underground utilities and surrounding property.
• Complete pre-trip, post-trip, and jobsite equipment inspections. Identify and report defects, leaks, damage, and maintenance needs; remove unsafe equipment from service according to company procedures.
• Maintain accurate daily work reports, inspection records, equipment hours, quantities, disposal records, and driver logs when applicable
• Communicate with laborers, spotters, supervisors, and other contractors regarding equipment movement, work progress, utility exposure, and changing site conditions.
• Transport equipment and materials while following applicable vehicle, load, and company requirements.
• Manage excavated material, slurry, and wastewater according to project requirements and approved disposal procedures. Report suspected contamination and spills immediately.
• Perform authorized routine cleaning, servicing, and preventive maintenance. Keep trucks, tools, hoses, and work areas clean and organized.

What We Need:

• Hold a valid Colorado driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Must possess a Class A or B CDL with Tanker endorsement, and be aligned with Guildner's/Insituform's motor vehicle standards.
• Experience operating hydro-excavation, vacuum truck, heavy equipment, or similar construction equipment.
• Working knowledge of underground utility awareness, construction-site hazards, and equipment inspection procedures.
• Be familiar with and adhere to Guildner Safety rules, training, and protocols.
• Be available for rotating on-call…