CDL Heavy Equipment Operator - Hydro‑Demolition
hace 19 días
Houston
Job Description Position Summary The CDL Hydro-Demolition Operator is responsible for safely transporting, setting up, operating, and maintaining ultra-high-pressure (UHP) hydro-demolition equipment on industrial, bridge, power, and infrastructure projects.This role requires a Class A or B CDL and combines skilled equipment operation with strict safety discipline, production efficiency, and asset accountability. Operators are expected to uphold ATIs zero-incident safety standard while meeting project production and margin targets. Core Responsibilities CDL & Transportation Duties • Safely operate and transport hydro-demolition trucks and trailers, • Conduct pre-trip and post-trip inspections (DOT compliant), • Maintain driver logs and comply with FMCSA regulations, • Secure loads and equipment properly, • Operate UHP pumps (20,000–40,000 PSI systems), • Operate robotic hydro-demolition units (e.g., Aqua Cutter 710V, Aqua Cutter 750V), • Set up hoses, towers, water systems, and vacuum recovery, • Monitor pressure, flow rate, and production performance, • Adjust operating parameters to meet removal depth specifications, • Assist in tower stacking and structural setups (as required), • Follow all OSHA, DOT, and ATI safety policies, • Participate in daily JHAs and toolbox talks, • Maintain 100% PPE compliance, • Support ATIs zero-incident safety culture, • Immediately report hazards, leaks, equipment malfunctions, or unsafe conditions, • Perform daily inspection of pumps, hoses, nozzles, and fittings, • Maintain proper lubrication and preventative maintenance logs, • Track engine hours and service intervals, • Protect high-value ATI hydro assets from damage, • Meet production removal rates (SQFT/day or CY/day targets), • Minimize downtime and mechanical delays, • Maintain high-quality surface profile per spec, • Support division gross margin performance targets, • Valid Class A or B CDL (clean driving record required), • 2+ years heavy equipment or hydro-demolition experience preferred, • Experience with UHP systems preferred, • Ability to travel regionally and nationwide, • Ability to lift 75+ lbs, • Strong mechanical aptitude, • OSHA 10 or OSHA 30, • Confined Space Certification, • Fall Protection Certification, • Rigging Certification, • Exposure to high-pressure water systems, • Outdoor work in varying weather conditions, • Prolonged standing, climbing, lifting, bending, • Safety compliance & incident record, • DOT compliance & vehicle inspection record, • Equipment damage frequency, • Production rates vs. estimate, • Crew efficiency & teamwork, • Rework rate, • Competitive hourly pay (CDL differential included), • Per diem & travel pay (when applicable), • Overtime opportunities, • Safety incentive eligibility, • Advancement path to:, • Lead Hydro Operator, • Hydro Foreman, • Work on critical infrastructure projects nationwide, • Operate industry-leading UHP systems, • Performance-driven culture, • Strong safety-first environment, • Career growth into leadership roles