Hydrovac Operator

Badger Infrastructure Solutions; Grande Prairie; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay & overtime opportunities

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer matching

Job summary

Badger Infrastructure Solutions is seeking a Hydrovac Operator to safely operate hydrovac equipment, excavate with precision, and support various construction projects across Canada. You will manage high-pressure water and vacuum systems to uncover utilities and maintain strict safety practices.

Role includes driving hydrovac trucks, performing inspections, attending safety meetings, and completing duties with accuracy.

Qualifications

• 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 may be required depending on location)
• Preferred experience driving a manual transmission (10-18 speed)
• Ability to work variable shifts with extended hours
• Willingness to travel up to 25%
• Must be able to lift, push, pull 50+ pounds and perform manual labor in varying weather
• Prior hydrovac equipment operation or related industrial experience preferred

Responsibilities

• Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in various environments, including confined spaces
• Driving 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 hazards
• Documenting and reporting all Badger, Federal, Provincial, and Customer paperwork accurately

Skills

Hydrovac operation

Licenses (DZ/A-D)

Safety tickets

Manual transmission experience

Travel readiness

Physical stamina

Customer service

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.

$30.00 per hour and up based on experience with many opportunities for pay increases and career advancement!

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:

• 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

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.