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Job Title: Crossbore Technician

Location: Portland, OR.

Compensation: $22 - $24 per hour, depending on experience

About Hydromax USA:

We're seeking talented individuals to help us grow in the rapidly expanding utility industry. Since 2003, we've led the way in advanced field services and solutions, empowering utilities to maximize their infrastructure investments. Our mission is to enhance the safety, sustainability, and reliability of the nation's energy assets and natural resources. At Hydromax USA, you'll work with smart, passionate people to solve complex problems using innovative solutions. Together, we'll create a digital environment that modernizes and improves utility operations. Join us in making the world a better place by understanding the present and protecting the future. 

Position Summary

As a Technician you will learn to support the operation of advanced robotic CCTV inspection systems and specialized field equipment used to identify and prevent underground utility cross bores – hazardous intersections between utility lines. This critical work plays a key role in protecting public safety and maintaining the integrity of essential infrastructure.

Working under the guidance of experienced field personnel and reporting directly to the Field Operations Manager, you’ll gain valuable hands-on experience while developing in-demand technical skills. This entry-level field role offers a strong opportunity for career growth within the utility industry. Motivated technicians often move quickly into crew lead roles and beyond.

Primary Responsibilities

- Assist with preparing, locating, and maintaining robotic inspection equipment.

- Deploy inspection equipment into pipelines using cranes or hooks.

- Set up and maintain safe work zones, including traffic control and flagging.

- Mark locations on the job site with utility marking paint. 

Pay:

• $22 - $24 per hour, depending on experience

Benefits:

- Weekly Pay

- Paid Training, Career advancement, Next Step Program,

- 30/60/90 Day evaluations for new hires

- Bi-Annual performance reviews and career conversations

- Paid travel time, travel differential & per diem for traveling roles

- Company paid uniforms, safety boot voucher and PPE provided

- Overtime Opportunities (5-10 hours OT per week avg)

- Medical, dental, vision insurance and more

 - Company paid life insurance

 - Paid holidays and paid time off (PTO)

- 401K with company match after 6 months

Career Progression:

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Work Environment Considerations 

This role involves working along busy streets, highways, and residential roads, often in high-traffic areas. Crews must follow strict safety protocols and be aware of roadside hazards. Some sites may include embankments, uneven terrain, or wet conditions. Expect outdoor challenges and changing weather conditions. This means adapting to high heat, humidity, sudden storms, and cold temperatures. PPE such as rain jackets, hard hats, sun wear/sunscreen/cooling items, shirts/pants/hoodies and footwear will be provided to safely navigate these environmental challenges. Work shall not occur in unsafe environments, and all employees may exercise their Stop Work Obligation at any time.

Job Qualifications and Skills:

- High School Diploma/GED Required

- Willingness to work outdoors in various weather conditions

- Ability to walk 7,000–10,000 steps daily across different terrain

- Comfortable working around sewer systems (PPE provided)

- Ability to safely lift and carry 50+ lbs occasionally, 10-20lbs regularly 

- Basic familiarity with smartphones, tablets and computers

- Ability to pass a background check and pre-employment drug screening

- Compliance with driver qualifications and vaccination program detailed below

Hydromax USA Vaccination Requirement

This position requires compliance with Hydromax USA’s vaccination safety program due to potential exposure-related health risks. New hires must either provide documentation of previously completed required vaccinations or complete the required vaccinations within the first 30 days of employment.

Required vaccinations include Hepatitis B, Hepatitis A, and TDAP/Tdap (Tetanus, Diphtheria, Acellular Pertussis). 

Driver Qualifications:

Because all field personnel may be required to operate company or DOT-regulated vehicles at any time, maintaining driver eligibility is mandatory. A valid driver’s license and obtaining a medical clearance to drive DOT-regulated vehicles (DOT Medical Certification) is considered an essential function of employment in field operations. Employees must obtain this medical certification within 90 days of hire and maintain it as a condition of continued employment. Failure to obtain or maintain driver eligibility or medical clearance may affect employment status and/or eligibility for certain job assignments, unless given a Human Resources accommodation.

Questions? Contact us at recruiting@hydromaxusa.com

Hydromax USA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

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Disclaimer

The above statements are not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job described, nor are they intended to be such a listing of the job requirements. Rather, they are intended to describe the general nature of the job. Hydromax USA reserves the right to revise or change job duties as the need arises. This job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment.