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Hydrovac Operator

Sydenham, Christchurch💼 Full-time🗓 2026-09-25

Core

Drive a hydrovac truck to safely excavate around underground utilities using high-pressure water and vacuum equipment, remove debris and fluids, and support directional drilling crews.

Role type

Hydrovac Operator

Builds

Clear drill paths for civil and build crews

Domain

Civil construction / Utilities

Deliverable

physical/clinical work

Required skills

Heavy vehicle operation, hydrovac operation, directional drilling support, pre-start checks, equipment maintenance, material disposal, site safety compliance

Preferred skills

Civil construction experience, utilities experience, plant operation experience

Responsibilities

Drive hydrovac truck to site, excavate around underground utilities, remove debris and fluids, support directional drilling crews, complete pre-start checks, establish safe work areas, care for equipment, dispose of material appropriately, return truck to yard

Seniority

Individual Contributor, hands-on operational role

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