Hydrovac Operator - Red Deer

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Hydro Vac Operator
Red Deer
Reports to: Utility Manager
Department: Utilities

At KBL, we do things differently. As Western Canada’s largest environmental waste management company—born in the North and built on resilience—we’ve grown by trusting our people, keeping them safe and backing bold ideas. We're proud to be recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies!

If you are an experienced Hydrovac Operator in the Red Deer area and would like to be apart of one of Canada's Best Managed Companies, come join the KBL Team! We have the awards to prove it!

We’re looking for a Hydrovac Operator to support our growing operations in Red Deer. The Hydro Vac Operator will safely perform excavation around underground utilities using pressurized water and vacuum equipment. Primary duties will include operating hydro vac truck, conducting daily pre-trip inspections and basic maintenance, following all safety protocols, and completing required reports and documentation. The role also involves interpreting utility locates and drawings to ensure precise and safe excavation activities. In this role, you’ll help keep our values alive — ensuring that as we scale, we continue to lead with care, connection, and community.

What You’ll Do

• Operate hydro vac trucks safely and efficiently in the telecommunication and light power facility construction.
• Use small hand tools to support excavation tasks as required.
• Perform trenching, and utility exposure using accurate interpretation of utility locates, drawings, and site schematics.
• Maintain a strong safety focus, following company procedures, using proper PPE, and ensuring safe truck positioning on every site.
• Complete routine inspections and basic maintenance on hydro vac units, including pre-trip checks, troubleshooting, and end-of-day cleaning.
• Accurately complete daily reports, inspections, and required job documentation in a timely manner.
• Support efficient site operations by rigging equipment in and out of work areas and communicating effectively with supervisors and crew members.
• Manual work to support daily project tasks.

Who You Are

• Must provide a current Commercial Drivers Abstract.
• Love to work outdoors in all climate conditions.
• Ground Disturbance Level II.
• Standard First Aid CPR.
• Team player who can work well under pressure.

What You Need

• Hydro Vac experience in the telecommunication and light power facility construction.
• This position requires the ability to perform the safe operation of a hydro vac truck.
• Valid Class 3 Drivers License.
• Ability to work in a team environment.

We’re committed to providing a safe, supportive work environment. Reasonable accommodations are available to those who qualify.

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• Trust & Empowerment: Empowered culture with minimal bureaucracy- just real responsibility, ownership, and the flexibility to do your best work
• Growth & Agility: We’re entrepreneurial by nature—quick to adapt and deeply invested in your development
• Care & Commitment: From top-tier benefits (including $3,000 annually for psychological support) to a focus on safety and wellness, we put our people first
• Meaningful Impact: Your work helps build safer, cleaner communities across Canada and that’s something to be proud of

Why You’ll Love Our Perks

• Competitive wage, allowances and above-market benefits
• RRSP matching, Health Care Spending Account, Wellness account, and flexible work options where feasible
• Paid training and development opportunities, Manager training program, formal Employee Recognition program

We’re Proud of Where We Come From—and Where We’re Going

Founded in the North in 2006 and led by an EY Entrepreneur of the Year, KBL continues to grow with purpose and agility. We share our success with our people and invest in their well-being every step of the way.

KBL is committed to diversity and inclusion. Accommodations are available throughout the recruitment process. Please notify us if you require any.

Preference may be given to Indigenous applicants as per contractual requirements for certain postings. We encourage you to self-identify your Indigenous status and community on your resume if applicable.

👉 Learn more and apply today at www.kbl.ca