Tulsa, OK · On-site
Retirement
PTO
PRECISION HYDROVAC EXCAVATION is seeking experienced, safety-focused HYDROVAC OPERATORS who are willing and able to work overtime, weekends, and travel for extended periods of time.KEY ...
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Tulsa, OK · On-site
Retirement
PTO
PRECISION HYDROVAC EXCAVATION is seeking experienced, safety-focused HYDROVAC OPERATORS who are willing and able to work overtime, weekends, and travel for extended periods of time.KEY ...
Sioux Falls, SD · On-site
$17.50 - $20/hr
Assist Hydrovac Operator with daily duties.Report any equipment safety deficiencies.Assist Hydrovac Operator by operating the on-board hydro-vacuum system.Assist with tank entry, cleaning and ...
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Sioux Falls, SD · On-site
$17.50 - $20/hr
Assist Hydrovac Operator with daily duties.Report any equipment safety deficiencies.Assist Hydrovac Operator by operating the on-board hydro-vacuum system.Assist with tank entry, cleaning and ...
Denver, CO · On-site
$30.14 - $43.61/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Perform hydro excavation around sensitive infrastructure using pressurized water and vacuum systems. * Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and minor repairs on hydrovac equipment, ensuring it ...
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Denver, CO · On-site
$30.14 - $43.61/hr
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Retirement
PTO
Perform hydro excavation around sensitive infrastructure using pressurized water and vacuum systems. * Perform routine maintenance, inspections, and minor repairs on hydrovac equipment, ensuring it ...
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Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
Operate hydrovac trucks and related excavation equipment safely and efficiently. * Perform non-destructive excavation around underground utilities, pipelines, and infrastructure. * Conduct pre-trip ...
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Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
Operate hydrovac trucks and related excavation equipment safely and efficiently. * Perform non-destructive excavation around underground utilities, pipelines, and infrastructure. * Conduct pre-trip ...
Minot, ND · On-site
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
Operate hydrovac trucks and related excavation equipment safely and efficiently. * Perform non-destructive excavation around underground utilities, pipelines, and infrastructure. * Conduct pre-trip ...
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Minot, ND · On-site
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
Operate hydrovac trucks and related excavation equipment safely and efficiently. * Perform non-destructive excavation around underground utilities, pipelines, and infrastructure. * Conduct pre-trip ...
Stanley, ND · On-site
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
Operate hydrovac trucks and related excavation equipment safely and efficiently. * Perform non-destructive excavation around underground utilities, pipelines, and infrastructure. * Conduct pre-trip ...
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Stanley, ND · On-site
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
Operate hydrovac trucks and related excavation equipment safely and efficiently. * Perform non-destructive excavation around underground utilities, pipelines, and infrastructure. * Conduct pre-trip ...
Parshall, ND · On-site
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
Operate hydrovac trucks and related excavation equipment safely and efficiently. * Perform non-destructive excavation around underground utilities, pipelines, and infrastructure. * Conduct pre-trip ...
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Parshall, ND · On-site
Medical
Dental
Life
Retirement
PTO
Operate hydrovac trucks and related excavation equipment safely and efficiently. * Perform non-destructive excavation around underground utilities, pipelines, and infrastructure. * Conduct pre-trip ...
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Tampa, FL · On-site
$1.2K - $1.6K/wk
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
PTO
Operate hydrovac excavation equipment safely and efficiently * Perform daylighting, potholing, trenching, and utility exposure * Complete vehicle and equipment inspections * Maintain a clean and safe ...
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Tampa, FL · On-site
$1.2K - $1.6K/wk
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
PTO
Operate hydrovac excavation equipment safely and efficiently * Perform daylighting, potholing, trenching, and utility exposure * Complete vehicle and equipment inspections * Maintain a clean and safe ...
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Tampa, FL · On-site
$1.2K - $1.6K/wk
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
PTO
Operate hydrovac excavation equipment safely and efficiently * Perform daylighting, potholing, trenching, and utility exposure * Complete vehicle and equipment inspections * Maintain a clean and safe ...
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Tampa, FL · On-site
$1.2K - $1.6K/wk
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
PTO
Operate hydrovac excavation equipment safely and efficiently * Perform daylighting, potholing, trenching, and utility exposure * Complete vehicle and equipment inspections * Maintain a clean and safe ...
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Elkton, MD · On-site
$32 - $40/hr
Retirement
PTO
Duties * Operate hydrovac trucks to perform excavation tasks with precision and safety. * Conduct routine maintenance checks on equipment to ensure optimal performance. * Collaborate with ...
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Elkton, MD · On-site
$32 - $40/hr
Retirement
PTO
Duties * Operate hydrovac trucks to perform excavation tasks with precision and safety. * Conduct routine maintenance checks on equipment to ensure optimal performance. * Collaborate with ...
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Elkton, MD · On-site
$32 - $40/hr
Retirement
PTO
Duties * Operate hydrovac trucks to perform excavation tasks with precision and safety. * Conduct routine maintenance checks on equipment to ensure optimal performance. * Collaborate with ...
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Elkton, MD · On-site
$32 - $40/hr
Retirement
PTO
Duties * Operate hydrovac trucks to perform excavation tasks with precision and safety. * Conduct routine maintenance checks on equipment to ensure optimal performance. * Collaborate with ...
Newton, IA · On-site
$40/hr
As a Hydrovac Operator , you'll operate specialized excavation equipment, lead a field crew, and play a key role in completing high-impact projects safely and efficiently. What You'll Do * Operate ...
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Newton, IA · On-site
$40/hr
As a Hydrovac Operator , you'll operate specialized excavation equipment, lead a field crew, and play a key role in completing high-impact projects safely and efficiently. What You'll Do * Operate ...
Winterset, IA · On-site
$40/hr
As a Hydrovac Operator , you'll operate specialized excavation equipment, lead a field crew, and play a key role in completing high-impact projects safely and efficiently. What You'll Do * Operate ...
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Winterset, IA · On-site
$40/hr
As a Hydrovac Operator , you'll operate specialized excavation equipment, lead a field crew, and play a key role in completing high-impact projects safely and efficiently. What You'll Do * Operate ...
Watford City, ND · On-site
A Hydrovac Swamper in the oilfield industry provides essential support to Hydrovac Operators during ... Help prepare the worksite for excavation activities by setting up barricades, traffic cones, and ...
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Watford City, ND · On-site
A Hydrovac Swamper in the oilfield industry provides essential support to Hydrovac Operators during ... Help prepare the worksite for excavation activities by setting up barricades, traffic cones, and ...
Watford City, ND · On-site
A Hydrovac Swamper in the oilfield industry provides essential support to Hydrovac Operators during ... Help prepare the worksite for excavation activities by setting up barricades, traffic cones, and ...
Watford City, ND · On-site
A Hydrovac Swamper in the oilfield industry provides essential support to Hydrovac Operators during ... Help prepare the worksite for excavation activities by setting up barricades, traffic cones, and ...
Watford City, ND · On-site
A Hydrovac Operator in the oilfield industry operates specialized equipment to perform non ... Excavate soil and other materials with pressurized water while using vacuum systems to remove ...
Watford City, ND · On-site
A Hydrovac Operator in the oilfield industry operates specialized equipment to perform non ... Excavate soil and other materials with pressurized water while using vacuum systems to remove ...
Watford City, ND · On-site
A Hydrovac Operator in the oilfield industry operates specialized equipment to perform non ... Excavate soil and other materials with pressurized water while using vacuum systems to remove ...
Watford City, ND · On-site
A Hydrovac Operator in the oilfield industry operates specialized equipment to perform non ... Excavate soil and other materials with pressurized water while using vacuum systems to remove ...
Watford City, ND · On-site
A Hydrovac Operator in the oilfield industry operates specialized equipment to perform non ... Excavate soil and other materials with pressurized water while using vacuum systems to remove ...
Watford City, ND · On-site
A Hydrovac Operator in the oilfield industry operates specialized equipment to perform non ... Excavate soil and other materials with pressurized water while using vacuum systems to remove ...
Watford City, ND · On-site
$30 - $35/hr
This role involves safely and efficiently excavating soil and debris around underground utilities ... The Hydrovac Operator plays a critical role in ensuring the integrity of underground assets while ...
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Watford City, ND · On-site
$30 - $35/hr
This role involves safely and efficiently excavating soil and debris around underground utilities ... The Hydrovac Operator plays a critical role in ensuring the integrity of underground assets while ...
Barstow, TX · On-site
$32/hr
The Hydrovac Operator plays a critical role in safely and efficiently excavating soil and debris using high-pressure water and vacuum technology. This position is essential for supporting ...
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Barstow, TX · On-site
$32/hr
The Hydrovac Operator plays a critical role in safely and efficiently excavating soil and debris using high-pressure water and vacuum technology. This position is essential for supporting ...
$10.82 - $12.78
0% of jobs
$12.78 - $14.75
2% of jobs
$14.75 - $16.72
13% of jobs
$17.85 is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$16.72 - $18.68
17% of jobs
$18.68 - $20.65
14% of jobs
The median wage is $21.63 / hr.
$20.65 - $22.62
8% of jobs
$22.62 - $24.58
8% of jobs
$24.58 - $26.55
10% of jobs
$27.17 is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$26.55 - $28.52
13% of jobs
$28.52 - $30.49
9% of jobs
$30.49 - $32.45
8% of jobs
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To thrive in Hydrovac Excavation, you need hands-on mechanical aptitude, experience with excavation equipment, and a valid commercial driver’s license (CDL). Operation often involves specialized hydro-vacuum trucks and adherence to safety systems and certifications such as OSHA training. Strong teamwork, attention to detail, and effective communication are key soft skills for performing efficiently in both independent and group settings. These abilities ensure safe, precise digging near utilities and contribute to project efficiency and workplace safety.
One of the main challenges in Hydrovac Excavation is working in varying weather and soil conditions, which can affect digging speed and equipment performance. Technicians must often work near underground utilities, requiring precise operation to avoid damaging infrastructure. The work can be physically demanding and sometimes requires long shifts outdoors or in remote locations. However, those who thrive in this role appreciate the dynamic work environment and the opportunity to operate specialized equipment, often collaborating closely with utility locators, construction crews, and supervisors.
A Hydrovac Excavation job involves using high-pressure water to break up soil and a powerful vacuum to remove the debris, exposing underground utilities or creating trenches safely. This method is widely used in construction, pipeline installation, and utility maintenance because it minimizes the risk of damaging existing infrastructure. Hydrovac operators typically work in various weather conditions and must follow safety protocols to ensure efficient and precise excavation.
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Retirement, PTO
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Orange, TX, US
