Hydrovac Operator

Badger Daylighting Corp; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 32,799 - 46,715; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Personal Protective Equipment provided

Union wages and benefits

Job summary

A leading hydro-excavation service provider is seeking a Hydrovac Operator to operate high-pressure equipment and contribute to vital infrastructure projects. The role demands a valid driving license and a strong focus on safety. Successful candidates will be detail-oriented and willing to work in various conditions. This full-time position offers competitive wages starting at $28.86 per hour and requires flexibility for varied shifts. Join the team and be part of innovative service delivery in the industry.

Qualifications

• Valid driving license with appropriate endorsements is essential.
• Preferred experience operating hydrovac equipment or related industrial expertise.
• Candidates must pass physical and pre-employment screenings.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydrovac equipment and perform duties in various environments.
• Drive hydrovac trucks for part of the total work time.
• Document and report all required paperwork accurately.

Skills

Customer Service Focused

Technology adept

Ability to work variable shifts

Physical stamina for manual labor

Education

Valid 1, 3 or DZ license (A-D license in Ontario)

First aid, Ground Disturbance, CSTS preferred

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, apply now to join our dedicated team.

Salary

This is a Unionized position. Hourly wage starts at $28.86. Union wages and benefits vary based on union local and collective bargaining agreements

Responsibilities

• 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

Qualifications

• 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

Note: 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.

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 and grow with Badger.

Job Info

• Job Identification 251548
• Job Category Operations
• Posting Date 02/03/2026, 10:58 PM
• Apply Before 04/30/2026, 06:00 AM
• Job Schedule Full-Time
• Locations 123 34A - 2755 Lougheed Hwy, Port Coquitlam, BC, V3B 5Y9, CA (On-site)