Hydrovac Operator

Badger Infrastructure Solutions; Bowmanville; On-site; CAD 40,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Badger Infrastructure Solutions is seeking a Hydrovac Operator to safely operate hydrovac equipment, using high-pressure water and vacuum systems to dig and expose utilities on construction sites.

The role requires a valid Ontario license (1/3/DZ with airbrake), safety training, and the ability to travel up to 25% and perform physical labor in varying weather. Join a safety-focused team delivering essential infrastructure services.

Qualifications

• Valid Ontario license types: 1, 3 or DZ with airbrake endorsement
• First aid, Ground Disturbance and CSTS preferred
• Experience driving a manual transmission (10–18 speed)
• Willing to work variable shifts and extended hours
• Willing to travel up to 25%
• Physically able to lift 50+ pounds and perform manual labor
• Prior hydrovac operation or related industrial experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Operate hydrovac equipment in various environments including confined spaces
• Drive hydrovac trucks (10–15% of time)
• Attend safety meetings
• Perform routine inspections and minor repairs on hydrovac equipment
• Prepare work areas with safety measures and hazard controls
• Document and report paperwork accurately and efficiently

Skills

Hydrovac operation

Safety minded

Driver's license DZ/A-D

Lift heavy objects

Team player

Job description

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.

Hourly union rates: $29.42/hr to $39.23/ hr

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

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!