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Pro-Vac

Subsurface infrastructure services including hydro-excavation nationwide

Hydrovac Technician

Full-Time
$18 - $22/hr+ 401(k) match + CDL tuition reimbursement
Entry
Deer Park, TX, USA
In Person
Field ServiceEquipment Field Service

About the job

Requirements
  • Ability to stand, bend, squat, and lift at least 80 pounds.
  • Must have appropriate licenses in good standing and meet Pro-Vac driving requirements to operate company vehicles and equipment.
  • Ability to work more than regularly scheduled hours when necessary, including nights and weekends.
  • Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull up to 50 pounds; frequently bend, kneel, climb, and work at heights.
  • Ability to stand and move for extended periods and operate vehicles across varied terrain.
  • Ability to perceive auditory safety signals, verbal warnings, and radio communications in active field environments.
  • Must wear required personal protective equipment, including OSHA-compliant respirators, hearing protection, eye protection, gloves, and safety footwear.
  • Ability to read site documentation and accurately operate equipment controls.
  • Ability to work outdoors in heat, cold, rain, and wet conditions.
  • Ability to maintain situational awareness around active traffic, heavy machinery, and underground utilities.
  • Ability to work in confined spaces per applicable safety protocols.
Responsibilities
  • Perform general manual labor tasks, including loading, unloading, lifting, and moving materials.
  • Assist with hydro-excavation, storm and sewer line cleaning, and pipe-jetting.
  • Perform miscellaneous related duties and carry out special projects as assigned.
  • Work independently or as an active member of a team.
  • Assist operators with traffic control and move materials, parts, tools, and equipment to and from various work locations.
  • Follow all site health and safety regulations.

About the company

Pro-Vac delivers subsurface infrastructure services across the United States as a single-source contractor for complex underground work, including hydro-excavation, stormwater and sewer maintenance, CCTV inspection, line jetting, vacuum sweeping, pipe repair and grouting, cathodic protection, mobile railcar cleaning, and 24/7 emergency response. Hydro-excavation uses high-pressure water to loosen soil and a vacuum to remove spoil, exposing buried utilities without damaging them. It differentiates itself with a nationwide, coordinated package backed by private equity, and growth through internal promotion and acquisitions to broaden geography and capabilities, plus round-the-clock support. The goal is to become the leading nationwide provider of subsurface infrastructure services with revenue growth toward $200 million and expanded service reach.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Puyallup, Washington

Founded

2002

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What believers are saying

  • Gallant keeps funding acquisitions, supporting Pro-Vac's continued geographic expansion.
  • Municipal demand remains visible through Seattle smoke testing and emergency response work.
  • A 2026 safety leadership hire signals tighter compliance and operational discipline.

What critics are saying

  • A 2024-2025 class settlement cost Pro-Vac $6 million for wage-and-hour violations.
  • The 2025 NLRB election at Kent shows organized labor pressure across Washington operations.
  • Employee reports in March 2025 described layoffs and restructuring, signaling integration stress and margin pressure.

What makes Pro-Vac unique

  • Gallant-backed Pro-Vac has built a national hydro-excavation platform since 2022.
  • Its 2024 Kinetic and Hydromax buys expanded reach into Texas, Virginia, Colorado, and Maryland.
  • Seattle Public Utilities still hires Pro-Vac for sewer smoke testing in Arbor Heights.

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Benefits

  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • Vision Insurance
  • Disability Insurance
  • Life Insurance
  • Remote Work Options
  • 401(k) Retirement Plan
  • 401(k) Company Match
  • Paid Vacation
  • Paid Sick Leave

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

1%

2 year growth

1%
Westside Seattle
Jul 15th, 2025
Seattle Public Utilities announces sewer smoke testing in Arbor Heights for leak detection

SPU has contracted Pro-Vac to conduct these inspections.

Business Wire
May 27th, 2024
Pro-Vac Completes Acquisition of Kinetic

Pro-Vac, a leading provider of essential subsurface infrastructure services, announced today that it has acquired Kinetic, a leading provider of hydro

Business Wire
May 24th, 2024
Pro-Vac Acquires Kinetic, Expands Reach

Pro-Vac, a leading subsurface infrastructure services provider, has acquired Kinetic, a hydro excavation services provider in the Rocky Mountain region and DMV-area. This acquisition, supported by Gallant Capital Partners, enhances Pro-Vac’s scale and geographic reach. Gallant plans to invest significant capital to expand Pro-Vac’s services. Pro-Vac operates in Colorado, Texas, Washington, and Virginia, offering various infrastructure services.

Financial Post
May 2nd, 2024
Pro-Vac Acquires Hydromax, Expands in Texas

Pro-Vac, supported by its majority owner Gallant Capital Partners, has acquired Hydromax, a hydro excavation service provider in South Texas. This acquisition enhances Pro-Vac's scale and geographic reach, particularly strengthening its presence and service capabilities in Texas. Gallant will continue to invest in the combined entity to support further expansion. No specific financial details were disclosed.

Yahoo Finance
May 2nd, 2024
Pro-Vac Completes Acquisition of Hydromax

Pro-Vac completes acquisition of Hydromax.