hydrovac truck operator
Education:
Secondary (high) school graduation certificate. or equivalent experience.
Work site environment:
Dusty.
Work setting:
Various locations.
Tasks:
- Perform pre-trip, en route and post-trip inspection and oversee all aspects of vehicle.
- Secure special attachments to equipment.
- Operate heavy equipment.
- Operate hydraulic pumping systems.
- Operate computer controlled equipment.
- Conduct pre-operational checks on equipment.
- Clean and lubricate equipment and refill equipment tanks.
- Complete onboard and other logs.
- Read blueprints, maps, drawings and specifications to determine work requirements .
Certificates, licences, memberships, and courses :
- Air Brake (Z) Endorsement.
- Driver's License (Class 3 or D).
- Construction Safety Training Systems (CSTS) Certificate.
Documentation knowledge:
- Accident or incident reports.
- Driver logbook.
- Inspection report (pre-trip, en-route, post-trip).
- Maintenance and repair reports.
Type of trucking and equipment:
Hydrovac.
Communication systems experience:
Operate GPS (Global Positioning System) and other navigation equipment.
Security and safety:
- Driver's validity licence check.
- Driving record check (abstract).
Transportation/travel information:
Valid driver's licence. Public transportation is not available.
Work conditions and physical capabilities:
- Attention to detail.
- Large workload.
- Physically demanding.
- Repetitive tasks.
Own tools/equipment:
- Hard hat.
- Steel-toed safety boots.
- Gloves.
- Safety glasses/goggles.
Experience:
3 years to less than 5 years.
Employment terms options:
Day.
Health benefits:
- Dental plan.
- Health care plan.
- Vision care benefits.
Financial benefits:
- Group insurance benefits.
- Life insurance.