Hydrovac Operator
About The Position
Badger Infrastructure Solutions is hiring a Hydrovac Operator to perform safe, precise excavation using high-pressure water and vacuum systems. The role involves uncovering utilities and supporting construction and other infrastructure projects in a variety of working environments, including confined spaces. Operators also drive hydrovac trucks for approximately 10–15% of their work time, attend safety meetings, inspect and perform minor repairs on equipment, prepare work areas for safety, and complete required paperwork. The position pays $30.00 per hour and up, based on experience, with opportunities for pay increases and career advancement. The job requires variable shifts and extended hours, travel of up to 25%, and the ability to perform physical manual labor in varying weather conditions. Badger provides personal protective equipment and conducts a physical examination and pre-employment screenings, including a driver's abstract review and drug and alcohol test.
Requirements
- Have a valid Class A or B CDL.
- Be able to work variable shifts with extended hours.
- Be willing to travel up to 25%.
- Be able to lift, push, and pull 50+ pounds and have the physical stamina for manual labor in varying weather conditions.
- Be at least 21 years of age.
- Be customer-service focused and comfortable interacting with customers.
- Be enthusiastic about working as part of a safety-focused, collaborative team.
- Be adept with technology.
- Undergo a physical examination and pre-employment screenings, including a driver's abstract review and drug and alcohol test.
Nice To Haves
- CPR/First Aid, Fall Protection, and OSHA 10 certification.
- Experience driving a manual transmission (10–18 speed) without automatic restrictions.
- Prior hydrovac equipment operations or related industrial experience.
Responsibilities
- Operate hydrovac equipment and perform hydrovac duties in a variety of working environments, including confined spaces.
- Drive hydrovac trucks (10–15% of total work time).
- Attend safety meetings.
- Perform routine inspections and minor repairs of hydrovac equipment.
- Prepare work areas by setting up safety measures and addressing potential hazards.
- Document and report Badger, Federal, State, and Customer paperwork accurately and efficiently.
Benefits
- Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance.
- Retirement plan with employer matching contributions.
- Attractive vacation programs.
- Inclusive group life insurance.
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with covered behavioral health visits.
- Employee referral program.
- Employee training programs.
- Per diem.
- Personal protective equipment provided.
- Generous weekly pay and overtime opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
No Education Listed
