Hydrovac Operator
Clearsite Industrial Services
Posted: April 2, 2026
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Quick Summary
As a Hydrovac Operator, you will work with a team to deliver high-quality excavations and cleaning services, ensuring customer satisfaction and operational efficiency.
Required Skills
Job Description
Clearsite Industrial Services is a leading provider of hydrovac and vacuum excavation solutions, dedicated to safety, efficiency, and reliability in the construction industry. Our Baltimore, MD team operates a modern fleet of hydrovac trucks to deliver safe dig services for sensitive underground utilities, ensuring our customers receive trusted and professional support.
As a Hydrovac Operator, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality excavation and cleaning services while maintaining our commitment to safety and operational excellence. You will work closely with customers and team members, operating advanced equipment and ensuring all regulatory and company standards are met.
Key responsibilities include:
• Operate hydrovacuum systems to perform non-destructive excavation around underground utilities
• Carry out cleaning and vacuuming tasks, equipment mobilization, and routine truck maintenance
• Participate in safety meetings and adhere to all safety protocols
• Complete required company, customer, and regulatory documentation accurately
• Communicate with on-site customer representatives to determine safe equipment positioning
• Lead and direct subordinate personnel as needed
• Troubleshoot equipment and perform minor repairs
• Perform physical work including heavy lifting, working at heights, and confined space entry
• Work flexible construction hours, including variable shifts and extended hours
• Travel out of town or out of state as required
Requirements:
Required Qualifications:
• At least 1 year of CDL driving experience
• Class B CDL with tanker endorsement
• Current DOT medical certificate
• Ability to repeatedly lift 50+ lbs
• Ability to work outdoors in all weather conditions
• Ability to climb ladders and work from elevated platforms
• Ability to wear required PPE while performing job duties
• English proficiency sufficient for safety communication and completing required documentation
• Authorized to work in the United States
• Comfortable driving daily to local job sites in the Richmond, VA area
Preferred Qualifications:
• Prior experience operating hydrovac or vacuum excavation equipment
• Experience working around underground utilities
• OSHA 10 certification
Benefits:
Compensation & Benefits
• Competitive hourly wage
• Overtime eligibility
Union Benefits
• Health, dental, and vision benefits
• Pension
• Paid training and certification opportunities