Hydro Vac Operator
The Hydro Vac Operator is responsible for performing daylighting excavation activities for pipeline, construction, and utility projects. The role requires operating specialized units and maintaining a strong focus on safety in all work environments.
- On-site
- Calgary, AB
- Posted Aug 24, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Lonestar Calgary, AB is looking for a *Local* Hydro Vac Operator to join their safety conscious team! The successful candidate will require a Class 1 or Class 3 License. They will be responsible for operating units in performing Daylighting excavation activities associated with pipeline, construction, utility and oil terminal work. Position may require travel away from home 40% annually. Why work for Lonestar? * Health and Safety is our #1 priority and we live it 3-6-5! * Competitive Union wages! Local 955 wages $37.87-$40.04 based on experience; * Work in a Union Environment! * Comprehensive health benefits coverage after 30 days of full-time employment; * Group RRSP with company matching component; * Opportunities for growth and development for all the stages of your career; * Generous paid time off, company paid training and tuition reimbursement; * Positive and safe work environments.
What you’ll do
The Hydro Vac Operator is responsible for performing daylighting excavation activities for pipeline, construction, and utility projects. The role requires operating specialized units and maintaining a strong focus on safety in all work environments.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Class 1 or 3 driver's license and have at least one year of commercial driving experience. Previous experience in hydro vac operations and labor-intensive industrial roles is required, along with the ability to work in all weather conditions.
Benefits
• Health benefits • Group RRSP • Company matching • Paid time off • Company paid training • Tuition reimbursement
Listed skills
- First AidPreferred
Other relevant skills
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- Hydro vac operation
- Daylighting excavation
- Commercial driving
- Manual transmission operation
- Pipeline maintenance
- Utility work
- Oil terminal operations
- Safety compliance
- Ground disturbance
- First aid
- CPR
- H2S alive
- Confined space entry
- Fall arrest
- Emergency Response
- Excavation
- Daylighting
- Commercial Driving
- Time Off Management
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Valid Driver's License
- Manual Transmission Operation
- Oil and Gas
- Oil Terminal
- Operations
- Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Training
Job areas
- Trades
- Construction
- Energy
- Transportation
- Security & Safety
- Hydro Operator
- Pipeline Worker / Operator
- Plumbers and Pipe Fitters
- Pump Operators, Except Wellhead Pumpers
Additional details
- Minimum experience
- 2+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week