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Hydrovac OperatorValard • Sherwood Park, Alberta, Canada
Hydrovac Operator

Hydrovac Operator

Valard • Sherwood Park, Alberta, Canada
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Our Distribution group is currently looking to add a Hydrovac Operator to our team, based in Sherwood Park, AB.

Reporting to the Hydrovac Supervisor, the Hydrovac Operator is responsible for the safe operation and routine maintenance of hydrovac units on job sites throughout the Edmonton region. This position requires a strong commitment to safety, operational excellence, and delivering high-quality service to clients.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Perform hydrovac excavation duties safely around underground utilities using Foremost 1200s, Tornado F4s, and Rival T7s
  • Operate tri-drive vehicles and 18-speed manual transmissions in a safe and efficient manner
  • Conduct pre-trip inspections and equipment checks in accordance with company procedures
  • Use bonding and grounding equipment appropriately and consistently
  • Adhere to all applicable safety standards, including Alberta OH&S regulations and Valard SOPs
  • Accurately complete and submit daily reports, inspections, and other required documentation
  • Read and interpret utility locates, drawings, and schematics to ensure safe and precise excavation
  • Provide courteous, professional service as a representative of the Valard brand
  • Support and mentor less experienced team members, including operators and swampers
  • Collaborate with coworkers to ensure safe and efficient site operations
  • Perform basic preventative maintenance and troubleshooting of hydrovac units
  • Maintain cleanliness and readiness of tools and vehicles

Requirements

  • 5 years of relevant experience, including at least 2 years operating Hydrovac equipment in the field
  • Experience in the utility or construction industry
  • Valid Class 1 or 3 driver’s license with a clean driver’s abstract
  • Experience operating tri-drive vehicles and manual transmissions
  • Ability to interpret utility locates and read technical schematics
  • Familiar with bonding, grounding, and confined space entry protocols
  • Strong safety focus and knowledge of applicable regulations
  • Capable of working independently under physically demanding conditions
  • Mechanical aptitude for minor repairs and maintenance
  • Experience mentoring junior operators or working as part of a field operations team

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including an RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing.

About our Business

Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere. We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.

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