Hydrovac Operator

Badger Infrastructure Solutions; Whitecourt; On-site; CAD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Overtime opportunities

Low-cost medical, dental, and vision

Retirement plan with employer matching

Attractive vacation programs

Inclusive life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Per diem

Job summary

Badger Infrastructure Solutions is seeking a Hydrovac Operator to join our team in Canada. You will operate high-pressure water and vacuum hydrovac systems to excavate and uncover utilities, contributing to diverse construction projects across sectors.

The role requires a valid 1, 3 or DZ license with airbrake endorsement, physical stamina, and willingness to travel up to 25%. We offer generous weekly pay, overtime, and comprehensive benefits to support your safety and career growth.

Qualifications

• Must have Valid 1, 3 or DZ license with airbrake endorsement.
• First aid, Ground Disturbance and CSTS preferred; other safety tickets may be required depending on location.
• Ability to travel up to 25% and lift 50+ pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydrovac equipment and perform hydrovac duties in various environments, including confined spaces.
• Drive hydrovac trucks (10-15% of total work time).
• Attend safety meetings and perform routine inspections and minor repairs.
• Prepare work areas with safety measures and address hazards.
• Document and report paperwork accurately.

Skills

Safety-conscious

Customer service

Technical aptitude

Teamwork

Education

Valid 1/3/DZ license with airbrake

Tools

Hydrovac operation

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. SEEKING Combo-Vac Operators and Assistants!$30.00 - $36.00 per hour and up, based on experience, with many opportunities for pay increases and career advancement!#BDGRJobsHP 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.

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