Hydrovac Operator

Badger Infrastructure Solutions; Toronto; On-site; CAD 49,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Badger Infrastructure Solutions is seeking a Hydrovac Operator in Canada to operate high-pressure water and vacuum systems, dig with precision, and support construction projects. You will work in diverse environments, attend safety meetings, and ensure proper documentation and safety compliance.

The role requires a valid Ontario 1, 3 or DZ license with airbrake endorsement, plus preferred safety tickets and the ability to travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Valid 1, 3 or DZ license (A-D license in Ontario) with airbrake endorsement.
• First aid, Ground Disturbance and CSTS preferred.
• Preferred experience driving a manual transmission (10-18 speed).
• 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.

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 with safety measures and addressing hazards.
• Documenting and reporting paperwork accurately.

Skills

Safety-focused

Customer service

Physical stamina

Travel willingness

Technology adept

Tools

Hydrovac equipment

Manual transmission driving

Airbrake endorsement

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: $35.52/hr to $47.36/ 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!