Assistant Hydrovac Operator
The Assistant Hydrovac Operator assists in the operation of hydrovac equipment to perform precise excavation and utility uncovering. They are also responsible for performing routine equipment maintenance and ensuring all safety and regulatory documentation is accurately completed.
- On-site
- Toronto, ON
- Posted Aug 11, 2026
- 1 position
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Job summary
Are you enthusiastic about safe excavation and skilled in the assistance of operating hydrovac equipment? Join the Badger team as an Assistant Hydrovac Operator! In this role, you'll use high-pressure water and vacuum systems to dig precisely and efficiently, uncover utilities, and contribute to various construction projects. If you're detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and ready to be part of essential infrastructure work, apply now to join our dedicated team. Salary: $40.26 per hour following training period. What You’ll Be Doing: * Assisting in operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working environments, including confined spaces. * Attending safety meetings. * Performing routine inspections and minor repairs of the hydrovac equipment. * Preparing work areas by setting up safety measures and addressing potential hazards. * Documenting and reporting all Badger, Federal, State, and Customer paperwork accurately and efficiently. * Valid Class 5 license (G license in Ontario) * CPR/First Aid, Fall Protection and OSHA 10 certification preferred. * Ability to work variable shifts with extended hours. * Must be able to lift, push, pull 50+ pounds and have the physical stamina for manual labor in varying weather conditions. * Prior hydrovac equipment operation or related industrial experience preferred. * Customer Service Focused and comfortable with customer interaction. * Enthusiasm for being part of a safety-focused collaborative team. * Technology adept. * Able to use personal Protective Equipment provided. What We’re Looking For: * Valid Class 5 license (G license in Ontario) * CPR/First Aid, Fall Protection and OSHA 10 certification preferred. * Ability to work variable shifts with extended hours. * Must be able to lift, push, pull 50+ pounds and have the physical stamina for manual labor in varying weather conditions. * Prior hydrovac equipment operation or related industrial experience preferred. What You’ll Need for Success: * Customer Service Focused and comfortable with customer interaction. * Enthusiasm for being part of a safety-focused collaborative team. * Technology adept. * Able to use personal Protective Equipment provided. If you feel you don’t have the experience listed above, but still think you are qualified for the job, we encourage you to apply for consideration. About Us 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 the Badger team!
What you’ll do
The Assistant Hydrovac Operator assists in the operation of hydrovac equipment to perform precise excavation and utility uncovering. They are also responsible for performing routine equipment maintenance and ensuring all safety and regulatory documentation is accurately completed.
Requirements
Candidates must possess a valid Class 5 driver's license and have the physical stamina to perform manual labor in various weather conditions. Preferred qualifications include prior industrial experience and certifications such as CPR, First Aid, and OSHA 10.
Listed skills
- Customer servicePreferred
- First AidPreferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Hydrovac operation
- High-pressure water systems
- Vacuum systems
- Utility locating
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety compliance
- Documentation
- Customer service
- Manual labor
- Fall protection
- First aid
- CPR
- Hazard assessment
- Industrial Construction
- Equipment Operation
- Excavation
- 10-Hour OSHA General Industry Card
- Physical Stamina
- Fall Protection
- Lifting Ability
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
- First Aid Certification
- Customer Service
- Oil and Gas
- Pressure Washer
- Personal Protective Equipment
- Vacuum Systems
- Enthusiasm
- Detail Oriented
Job areas
- Construction
- Trades
- Energy
- Transportation
- Security & Safety
- Hydrovac Operator
- Operating Engineer / Heavy Equipment Operator
- Earthmoving and Related Plant Operators
- Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators
Additional details
- Minimum education
- Professional degree
- Minimum experience
- 0+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
