Laborer*

<p class="""">Pro-Vac is focused on growing a team that supports the long-term commitment of our services to general contractors, facility owners, utility companies, municipalities, and government agencies.&nbsp; We have proudly served Washington, Oregon and Idaho for over 25 years, and are known for the great care we take with clients and employees alike.</p>

Olathe, KS

Pro-Vac

<strong>We deliver safe, efficient, and innovative subsurface solutions to support the maintenance and construction of our communities&rsquo; critical infrastructure through our expansive fleet and the most talented, highly skilled team in the industry.</strong> https://www.pro-vac.com/

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Full Time

$41,000-52,000

Overview: <p><strong>You will travel with this position, however, you must be local to the Olathe area.</strong><br /><br />Come join the most talented, knowledgeable team in the hydro-excavation industry!&nbsp; Kantex is part of the Pro-Vac Family of Companies with locations throughout the United States offering significant growth opportunities, including CDL sponsorship.</p> <p><u>As a Laborer at Pro-Vac...</u></p> <p>You will assist in the use of sophisticated vacuum excavation equipment and remote tools to complete hydro-excavation and cathodic protection.&nbsp;</p> <p>Every day, you will overcome unique challenges, work with a great team to create solutions that that exceed our clients&rsquo; expectations, and gain mentorship from our highly trained operators. &nbsp;To thrive in this job, you must be a reliable worker with a positive attitude, a self-motivated &ldquo;go-getter&rdquo; and a continuous learner who is eager to grow with Pro-Vac! This position offers a growth path for high performing candidates (which may include CDL School) to become a skilled Operator.</p> <p><u>When you join Pro-Vac, YOU GET...</u></p> <ul> <li>To experience an&nbsp;<strong>employee-centric&nbsp;</strong>work environment with an&nbsp;<strong>amazing team</strong>!</li> <li><strong>$18-20&nbsp;</strong>hourly&nbsp;pay range</li> <li>A company that will&nbsp;<strong>invest</strong>&nbsp;in your future.</li> <li>A direct growth path from&nbsp;<strong>Laborer to Operator</strong></li> <li><strong>Great Benefits!</strong>&nbsp;(Medical, LTD, Life, EAP)</li> <li><strong>Discounted&nbsp;</strong>Family benefits</li> <li><strong>Paid Time Off&nbsp;</strong>(PTO)</li> <li><strong>Travel per diem</strong></li> </ul>
Responsibilities: <ul> <li><strong><em>Safely performing</em></strong>&nbsp;manual labor tasks such as loading, unloading, lifting, and moving materials.</li> <li><strong><em>Safely operating&nbsp;</em></strong>high pressure wands and flexible vacuum hose for excavation needs.</li> <li><strong><em>Assisting</em></strong>&nbsp;with hydro-excavation and spotting vehicles while positioning.</li> <li><strong><em>Practicing</em></strong>&nbsp;proper housekeeping by keeping job sites &amp; trucks clean, putting tools away, and ensuring an organized workspace.</li> <li><strong><em>Proactively&nbsp;</em></strong>preparing for your day by verifying instructions, reviewing your required tools for the day, and completing required paperwork with accuracy.</li> <li><strong><em>Exceeding client expectations&nbsp;</em></strong>by completing work with&nbsp;professionalism and excellence.</li> </ul>
Requirements: <ul> <li>A&nbsp;<strong>positive</strong>&nbsp;and&nbsp;<strong>motivated</strong>&nbsp;self-starter!</li> <li>A&nbsp;<strong>curious</strong>&nbsp;and independent&nbsp;<strong>problem-solver.</strong></li> <li>Comfortable with&nbsp;<strong>extensive travel</strong>&nbsp;with&nbsp;<strong>overnight assignments.</strong></li> <li>Able to successfully<strong>&nbsp;pass drug &amp; background screenings.</strong></li> <li>In good standing and can meet&nbsp;<strong>Pro-Vac</strong><strong>&nbsp;&amp; DOT driving requirements (including having a valid driver&rsquo;s license).</strong></li> <li>Can work in excess of regularly scheduled hours when necessary,<strong><u>&nbsp;including nights, weekends and on-call.</u></strong></li> <li>Can demonstrate<strong>&nbsp;high quality professionalism&nbsp;</strong>during customer interactions.</li> <li>Can regularly lift 50lbs and complete&nbsp;<strong>daily physical activity</strong>, in an&nbsp;<strong>outdoor</strong>&nbsp;setting.</li> </ul> <br /><strong>Physical &amp; Working Conditions</strong><br />If you thrive working outdoors and hands-on, here's what this role demands:<br /> <ul> <li>Lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling up to 50 lbs; frequent bending, kneeling, climbing, and working at heights</li> <li>Standing and moving for extended periods; operating vehicles across varied terrain</li> <li>Perceiving auditory safety signals, verbal warnings, and radio communications in active field environments</li> <li>Wearing all required PPE including OSHA-compliant respirators, hearing protection, eye protection, gloves, and safety footwear</li> <li>Reading site documentation and accurately operating equipment controls</li> <li>Working outdoors in heat, cold, rain, and wet conditions</li> <li>Maintaining situational awareness around active traffic, heavy machinery, and underground utilities</li> <li>Working in confined spaces per applicable safety protocols</li> </ul>