Hydrovac Truck Operator / Vacuum Excavation Operator (CDL Class A – Tanker)

Hydrovac Truck Operator / Vacuum Excavation Operator (CDL Class A – Tanker)

Pay: $34.00 - $38.00 per hour

Location: DMV Region (DC, Maryland, Virginia)
Job Type: Full-Time
Industry: Utility Construction / Underground Utilities

Job Description

We are hiring a Hydrovac Truck Operator (also known as a Vacuum Excavation Operator) to support underground utility and utility replacement projects throughout the DMV region. This position involves operating a hydrovac truck to safely expose underground utilities using non-destructive hydro excavation methods. Ideal candidates have CDL Class A, a tanker endorsement, and experience working in utility construction or excavation environments.

Responsibilities

• Operate a hydrovac truck for hydro excavation and vacuum excavation work
• Perform daylighting, potholing, trenching, and debris removal
• Safely excavate around underground utilities including water, sewer, gas, electric, and communications
• Conduct daily CDL pre-trip and post-trip inspections
• Follow all OSHA, DOT, and utility safety regulations
• Maintain job logs, inspection reports, and basic documentation
• Perform routine cleaning and basic maintenance of hydrovac equipment
• Coordinate with utility crews, foremen, and project managers
• Travel daily to job sites across the DMV region (DC, MD, VA)

This is a full-time position in our Beltsville, MD location. Jobsites will be primarily in Northern VA, Montgomery County MD, & Prince George's County MD.

Schedule: Monday to Friday from 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM. typical shift with weekends, nights, and overtime as necessary.

Benefits: Dental insurance, Disability insurance, Health insurance, and Paid time off.

Skoda is a local 77 affiliate. If you are interested, please apply today and a member of our Human Resources team will contact you.

The company reserves the right to modify this job description.

About Skoda Contracting:

Skoda Contracting is a New Jersey based utility contractor servicing natural gas distribution companies in New Jersey, Pennsylvania, Delaware, Maryland, Washington D.C. and Virginia. Skoda has been an established prime gas contractor for over 60 years and is currently expanding. Some of our clients are AGL Resources, UGI, PSE&G, WSSC, and Washington Gas. Our services include but are not limited to: gas pipeline installation, pipe replacement, gas meter installation, milling and paving, construction management, corrosion control/cathodic protection, and horizontal directional drilling.