Hydrovac Truck Operator

Job overview

The Hydrovac Truck Operator role is onsite, based in Sioux Falls, SD, with regular regional travel to Minnesota and surrounding-area job sites; compensation is not specified. The operator supports Dave’s Construction’s underground utility, directional drilling, and excavation crews. The role uses hydrovac equipment to expose underground utilities and manage drilling fluids, helping crews perform utility work while protecting existing infrastructure. Daily equipment setup, cleanup, inspections, and compliance with safety requirements support safe project execution.

What you'll do

• Operate high-pressure water and vacuum systems for hydro-excavation and potholing
• manage and dispose of drilling mud and bentonite slurry
• set up, break down, and clean hoses, booms, debris tanks, and fluid pumps
• follow OSHA, DOT, and 811 requirements
• perform daily pre- and post-trip inspections.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

hydrovac truck operator

sioux falls sd

dave’s construction

underground utilities

hydro-excavation

potholing

vacuum truck

directional drilling

regional travel

class a cdl

class b cdl

monday–friday

weekends at home

osha and dot safety

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

Requires a valid Class A or Class B CDL and at least one year of Hydrovac, Jet-Vac, or vacuum truck experience in underground utility or civil construction. The typical work week is Monday through Friday, with weekends at home; regional travel is required.

About the employer

Dave's Construction is hiring for this role. Industry: Site Preparation Contractors. Sector: 23.