Assistant Hydrovac Operator

The Assistant Operator supports the operation of specialized industrial equipment, assisting in tasks like equipment setup, sit preparation, and hydro-excavation. This role ensures safety compliance while contributing to infrastructure maintenance and excavation projects. $26.00 per hour and up based on experience with many opportunities for pay increases and career advancement! RESPONSIBILITES What You'll Be Doing: Requires travel to assign job location/assignment. Operates the on-board hydro-vacuum system outside the truck and performs other duties such as clean-up, mobilization, and general maintenance of the equipment. Communicates effectively and professionally and demonstrates a strong customer service focus in all interactions. Troubleshoots minor mechanical issues and as the need arises perform minor repairs to equipment. Attends safety meetings and ensures all tasks are always completed in a safe and professional manner. QUALIFICATIONS What You'll Need For Success: Educational high school diploma or GED. Previous hydrovac, trucking, vacuum truck or other related industrial experience preferred. Must have a valid Driver’s License and an acceptable driving record. CSO safety card certification is required. (If applicant does not hold this certification, Badger will pay for computer-based training with applicant completing on-line course within 5 days of hiring. Certification is the property of the applicant.) Capable of working variable shifts with extended hours. Must be able to hear and distinguish emergency signals and instructions while on duty. Must be able to repetitively sit, lift, stoop, bend, squat, kneel, reach, and crawl. Must be able to repeatedly lift a minimum of 50 pounds. Must be able to work in all outdoor elements for extended periods of time. #LI-LDL1 Badger Infrastructure Solutions is the industry leader in non­-destructive hydro-excavation (hydrovac) services. Since 1992, Badger has been innovating cutting-edge technology and providing services to a diverse customer base, including oil and gas, energy, industrial, construction, transportation and other markets, as well as numerous government agencies within Canada and the United States. We hire great people from a wide array of backgrounds, not because it is the right thing to do, but because it makes Badger stronger. There has never been a better time to join and grow with Badger.

The Assistant Operator supports the operation of hydro-vacuum systems, including equipment setup, site preparation, and general maintenance. They are responsible for ensuring safety compliance and providing professional customer service while working at various job sites.

Candidates must have a high school diploma or GED and a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record. Previous industrial or hydrovac experience is preferred, and the ability to perform physical tasks like lifting 50 pounds and working in outdoor elements is required.

• Customer servicePreferred

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• Hydro-excavation
• Equipment maintenance
• Customer service
• Mechanical troubleshooting
• Safety compliance
• Truck operation
• Infrastructure maintenance
• Industrial Construction
• Equipment Repair
• Industrial Equipment
• Excavation
• Good Driving Record
• Professionalism
• Valid Driver's License
• Customer Service
• Communication
• Oil and Gas
• Vacuum Systems

• Trades
• Construction
• Energy
• Transportation
• Security & Safety
• Hydrovac Operator
• Operating Engineer / Heavy Equipment Operator
• Earthmoving and Related Plant Operators
• Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators

Minimum education

High school

Minimum experience

0+ years

Apply by

Dec 12, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week