Hydrovac Business Mentorship
Connecting experienced hydro excavation professionals with those looking to grow in the industry. Get mentored, become a mentor, or ask questions anonymously — all at no cost.
Find a Mentor
Get matched with an experienced hydrovac professional who can guide your career or business.
Find a mentorBecome a Mentor
Share your expertise and help shape the next generation of the hydrovac industry.
Become a mentorAsk a Mentor
Submit a question and get candid, experience-based answers. Your email stays private.
Ask a questionBuilding a Stronger Hydrovac Industry Through Mentorship
The hydro excavation industry is growing rapidly, but many professionals entering the field lack access to experienced mentors who can guide them through the unique challenges of this specialized work.
The Hydrovac News Mentorship Program was created to bridge that gap. Whether you are new to the industry and looking for guidance, or a seasoned professional ready to give back, this program connects you with the right people.
From operational best practices and safety protocols to business strategy and career development, mentorship is one of the most effective ways to accelerate growth and reduce costly mistakes.
Program Facilitator
Troy Fimrite
Mentorship Program Director
Hydrovac News
Troy Fimrite founded and leads the Hydrovac News Mentorship Program, setting the strategic direction for the initiative and ensuring it delivers real value to both mentors and mentees.
With deep roots in the hydro excavation industry, Troy is focused on creating a structured environment where industry knowledge flows freely between experienced professionals and those building their careers. He personally coordinates mentor-mentee pairings and facilitates the overall mentorship community.
How It Works
Getting started is simple. Whether you want to learn or teach, we make the connection easy.
Apply
Fill out the short form below to request mentorship or apply as a mentor. Tell us about your experience and goals.
Get Matched
We review every application and connect mentees with mentors based on experience level, areas of interest, and goals.
Connect & Grow
Begin your mentorship relationship with guidance from our program facilitators. Meet regularly and track your progress.
Browse the Mentor Q&A
Read candid, experience-based answers to real questions from hydro excavation operators — pricing, safety, equipment, crews, and scaling the business. No account required.
Browse the Q&AWhy Join the Mentorship Program
Whether you are looking to grow your career or share your experience, the program offers real value.
One-on-One Guidance
Connect directly with experienced hydrovac professionals who can provide personalized advice on your career and business challenges.
Industry Best Practices
Learn proven operational techniques, safety protocols, and business strategies from people who have built successful hydrovac operations.
Career Development
Whether you're an operator looking to advance or an owner scaling your business, mentorship accelerates your professional growth.
Anonymous Q&A
Submit questions anonymously and receive candid, experience-based answers from our mentor network without any commitment.
Give Back to the Industry
Experienced professionals can share their knowledge, shape the next generation, and build their reputation as industry leaders.
Completely Free
There is no cost for mentors or mentees. This program exists to strengthen the hydrovac industry through knowledge sharing.
Mentorship Areas
Our mentors provide guidance across every aspect of the hydro excavation business. Explore a topic to see how mentorship helps.
Starting a Hydrovac Business
Free mentorship for starting a hydrovac business. Get guidance on equipment purchasing, insurance, pricing, and market entry from experienced hydro excavation business owners.
ExploreFleet Management
Free hydrovac fleet management mentorship. Learn maintenance scheduling, utilization tracking, operator training, and equipment replacement planning from experienced fleet managers.
ExploreSafety Program Development
Free mentorship for building hydrovac safety programs. Develop OSHA-compliant safety plans, training programs, and incident prevention systems with guidance from experienced safety professionals.
ExploreRegulatory Compliance
Free mentorship for hydrovac regulatory compliance. Navigate state excavation permits, one-call laws, environmental regulations, and DOT requirements with experienced industry guidance.
ExploreBidding & Estimating
Free mentorship for hydrovac bidding and estimating. Learn job costing, pricing strategies, and contract negotiation from experienced hydro excavation estimators and business owners.
ExploreCrew Management & Training
Free mentorship for hydrovac crew management and training. Learn operator recruitment, training program development, and team leadership from experienced hydro excavation leaders.
ExploreEquipment Selection
Free mentorship for hydrovac equipment selection. Get unbiased guidance on truck specifications, manufacturers, new vs. used decisions, and support equipment from experienced operators.
ExploreCareer Advancement
Free career mentorship for hydro excavation professionals. Get guidance on career paths, certifications, leadership development, and advancement from experienced hydrovac industry leaders.
ExploreOperations Optimization
Free mentorship for hydrovac operations optimization. Improve daily productivity, reduce downtime, and increase profitability through operational improvements guided by experienced hydrovac operators.
ExploreBusiness Growth & Scaling
Free mentorship for growing and scaling a hydrovac business. Get guidance on adding trucks, building management teams, financial planning, and market expansion from experienced hydrovac entrepreneurs.
ExploreGet Involved
Choose how you want to participate. All forms of involvement are welcome and completely free.
Sponsor the Mentorship Program
The Hydrovac News Mentorship Program is free for all participants. If your organization would like to support this initiative and help develop the next generation of hydrovac professionals, we welcome sponsorship partnerships.
Sponsors receive recognition across the program, including placement on this page, mentions in program communications, and association with an industry-leading professional development initiative.
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