Driver/Operator

Hydrovac South Island is looking to hire Class 4 or 5 Operator/Drivers to join our hard-working team of vacuum and jetting truck operators based in Christchurch. Full training provided.

ABOUT THE ROLE

The role is based in Canterbury Region, permanent full-time, with a salary package that includes competitive hourly rate based on your license level and experience.

As an Operator/Driver, your role will be mainly operating HydroVac plant and trucks to service our customers in an efficient and safe manner and to complete duties as specified below. This includes yard duties and any other job/task required on a client’s site or base.

Maneuvering vehicles into positions; pre-starts and documentation; ensuring plant equipment/truck is under control, maintained and operated in a professional and safe manner, which may include water blasting and Hydro-flushing of pipes and pits, vacuum loading and suction of waste products contaminated & non-contaminated, safe disposal of waste products, clearance of pipe blockages & CCTV, hydro-excavation and air-excavation, stormwater maintenance, sewer/septic maintenance and grease trap/converter maintenance.


ABOUT YOU

You must have at least 1 year’s truck driving experience as a Class 4 or Class 5 driver and a NZ Driver’s License or overseas equivalent.

You must also have a positive attitude, and you are keen to learn. Bring your work ethic, and we will provide you with all the training and tickets you need to build a career at HydroVac.


ABOUT US

HydroVac is proud to be a New Zealand-owned and operated business. We’re focused on innovation and customer experience and we've become one of the leading drain maintenance and vacuum specialists in the country. We started our South Island branch in 2014 with one truck, and through hard graft and going the extra mile for customers, we’ve grown quickly to become a reputable company with specialist vehicles and a highly trained team..


APPLY TODAY!

When you join HydroVac you will become part of a team that knows how to work hard, support each other, and have fun doing it. You will receive training in confined space entry, height safety and first aid. You will enjoy regular opportunities to problem solve and use your initiative, and your input and suggestions will be valued. The pay is competitive, and the opportunity to develop your career within the business is real.

We believe in looking after our people - One Whanau - One Team, together we achieve great things!!

Please note our interview process includes:

 Pre-Employment Medical
 Pre-Employment Drug Testing
 Licence check
 Criminal record check

Applicants for this position should have a right to work in New Zealand.

Employer questions
Your application will include the following questions:



Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in New Zealand?



Are you willing to undergo a pre-employment medical check?



Do you have a current New Zealand driver's licence?



Do you have a heavy vehicle driver's licence?