Hydrovac Dispatcher

Our Distribution group is currently looking to add a Hydrovac Dispatcher to our team, based in Sherwood Park, AB.

Reporting to the Operations Manager, we are seeking an organized and detail-oriented dispatch professional with experience coordinating field operations, assigning crews, and ensuring efficient scheduling and communication between field staff and clients to support our Hydrovac operations. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage multiple priorities while ensuring crews are deployed safely and efficiently.

Please Note: This position may require occasional on-call or after-hours support.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Schedule and dispatch hydrovac units and operators to job sites
• Coordinate with clients, project managers, and field crews
• Monitor job progress and adjust schedules as needed
• Maintain accurate records of jobs, hours, and equipment usage
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations and company policies
• Handle incoming calls, job requests, and emergency dispatches
• Ensure accurate entry and review of job tickets and work orders
• Liaise with supervisors, mechanics, and operations staff regarding equipment status
• Optimize routing and crew utilization to maximize efficiency

Requirements

• Direct experience with hydrovac operations
• Experience in operations, field coordination, or previous dispatch experience
• Strong understanding of Edmonton and surrounding areas geography/routes
• Experience with dispatch systems (e.g., Nylus)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, including building and maintaining spreadsheets
• Strong overall computer skills and adaptability to new systems

Job Posting End Date: Monday, May 11th, 2026

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive total rewards package that incorporates a complete range of employee benefits, including a 5% RRSP matching program, to ensure you have the tools necessary to manage, maintain, and improve your health and wellbeing. 

About our Business

Valard Construction is Canada’s premier utility contractor providing comprehensive EPC+ (engineering, procurement, construction) and maintenance services to utilities, independent power producers, mining, oil and gas industries and rural electric associations. We have the capabilities, knowledge, and resources to take on any project, any size, any complexity, anywhere.  We are also part of Quanta Services, the largest electrical power contractor in North America.

Valard Construction is an equal opportunity employer.

Learn more

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* Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level.

* Applicants must have legal authorization to work in Canada with no restrictions.

* Valard Construction is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability.  Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process.

* We do not use automated tools to screen applications.  All hiring decisions involve human review.  This job posting is for an existing vacancy.