Hydrovac Operator

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.

Salary: Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager.

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

What We're Looking For:

- 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

- This position is in a region that is covered under a collective bargaining agreement; the successful applicant may be required to join the union as a condition of employment

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.