Assistant Hydrovac Operator

Badger Infrastructure Solutions; Lethbridge; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company in non-destructive hydro-excavation as an Assistant Hydrovac Operator. This role involves operating hydrovac equipment, ensuring safety, and contributing to essential infrastructure projects. Enjoy competitive pay, generous benefits, and opportunities for advancement in a collaborative team environment.

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)

Employee referral rewards

Valuable training programs

Per diem benefits

Qualifications

• Ability to lift, push, pull 50+ pounds.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in operating hydrovac equipment.
• Performing routine inspections and minor repairs.
• Documenting and reporting all paperwork accurately.

Skills

Customer service focus

Technological proficiency

Education

Valid Class 5 license

First aid certification

Ground Disturbance certification

Job description

Job Description

Are you enthusiastic about safe excavation and skilled in assisting with 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: $24.00 per hour and up based on experience, with many opportunities for pay increases and career advancement!

Responsibilities

What You'll Be Doing:

• Assisting in operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in various environments, including confined spaces
• Attending safety meetings
• Performing routine inspections and minor repairs of hydrovac equipment
• Preparing work areas by setting up safety measures and addressing potential hazards
• Documenting and reporting all paperwork accurately and efficiently, including Badger, Federal, Provincial, and Customer documentation

Qualifications

What We're Looking For:

• Valid Class 5 license (G license in Ontario) with airbrake endorsement
• First aid, Ground Disturbance, and CSTS certifications preferred (additional safety tickets like Fall Protection, H2S Alive, and Confined Spaces may be required depending on location)
• Ability to work variable shifts with extended hours
• Willingness to travel up to 25%
• Ability 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 is preferred

What You'll Need For Success

• Customer service focus and comfort with customer interaction
• Enthusiasm for working in a safety-focused, collaborative team
• Technological proficiency
• Personal Protective Equipment will be provided
• Candidates must undergo a physical exam and complete pre-employment screenings, including driver’s abstract review and drug and alcohol testing

If you believe you are qualified despite not meeting all listed experience requirements, we encourage you to apply.

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) covering behavioral health visits
• Employee referral rewards
• Valuable training programs
• Per diem benefits

About Us

Badger Infrastructure Solutions is a leader in non-destructive hydro-excavation (hydrovac) services. Since 1992, we have been innovating with cutting-edge technology, serving diverse markets including oil and gas, energy, industrial, construction, transportation, and government agencies across Canada and the U.S.

We hire great people from various backgrounds because it makes us stronger. There has never been a better time to join the Badger team.