Hydrovac Operator

Job summary

The Hydrovac Operator is responsible for operating high-pressure water and vacuum equipment to perform precise excavation and utility uncovering. They must also conduct routine equipment maintenance, ensure safety compliance, and accurately document all work activities.

Job details

Are you enthusiastic about safe excavation and skilled in operating hydrovac equipment? Join the Badger team as a 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. $30.00 for qualified assistants with the possibility of more based on experience. RESPONSIBILITIES What You'll Be Doing: * Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working environments, including confined spaces * Driving our hydrovac trucks (10-15% of total work time) * 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, Provincial, and Customer paperwork accurately and efficiently QUALIFICATIONS What We're Looking For: * Must have Valid 1, 3 or DZ license (A-D license in Ontario) with airbrake endorsement * First aid, Ground Disturbance and CSTS preferred (other safety tickets including but not limited to Fall protection, H2S alive and Confined Spaces may also be required depending on location) * Preferred experience driving a manual transmission (10-18 speed) without automatic restrictions * Ability to work variable shifts with extended hours * Must be willing to travel up to 25% * 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 * Personal Protective Equipment provided * Candidates must undergo a physical examination and complete pre-employment screenings such as driver’s abstract review and drug and alcohol test 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. What You'll Get In Return: * Generous weekly pay and overtime opportunities * Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance * Retirement plan with employer matching contributions * Attractive vacation programs * Inclusive Group Life insurance * Supportive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that allows for covered behavioral health visits * Rewarding employee referral program * Valuable employee training program(s) * Per diem 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.

What you’ll do

The Hydrovac Operator is responsible for operating high-pressure water and vacuum equipment to perform precise excavation and utility uncovering. They must also conduct routine equipment maintenance, ensure safety compliance, and accurately document all work activities.

Requirements

Candidates must possess a valid Class 1, 3, or DZ driver's license with airbrake endorsement and have the physical stamina for manual labor. Preferred qualifications include experience with manual transmissions and relevant safety certifications such as First Aid and Ground Disturbance.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Employer matching contributions
• Vacation programs
• Group life insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee referral program
• Training program
• Per diem

Listed skills

• Customer service · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred
• Safety Compliance · Preferred
• Documentation · Preferred
• Physical stamina · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Hydrovac operation
• High-pressure water systems
• Vacuum systems
• Utility uncovering
• Manual transmission operation
• Safety compliance
• Equipment maintenance
• Customer service
• Documentation
• Physical stamina
• Ground disturbance
• First aid
• Industrial Construction
• Equipment Operation
• Excavation
• Physical Stamina
• Fall Protection
• Lifting Ability
• Employee Training
• First Aid
• Air Brakes
• Customer Service
• Employee Assistance Programs
• Oil and Gas
• Pressure Washer
• Personal Protective Equipment
• Referral Marketing
• Vision Insurance
• Hydrogen Sulfide (H2S) Training
• Vacuum Systems
• Enthusiasm
• Detail Oriented
• Behavioral Health

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

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