Assistant Hydrovac Operator

Badger Daylighting Corp.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Overtime opportunities

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer matching

Vacation programs

Group Life insurance

EAP for behavioral health

Referral program

Training programs

Per diem

Job summary

Badger Infrastructure Solutions is seeking an Assistant Hydrovac Operator to support safe digging using high-pressure water and vacuum systems. You will assist in operating hydrovac equipment, perform inspections, and help prepare work sites in diverse environments.

You will participate in safety meetings, document paperwork, and report to the team. The role requires physical stamina, a valid driver's license, and flexibility to travel up to 25%.

Qualifications

• Valid Driver’s License.
• CPR/First Aid, Fall Protection and OSHA 10 certification (preferred).
• Ability to travel up to 25% and lift 50+ pounds; prior hydrovac experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assisting in operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in various environments.
• Attending safety meetings.
• Performing routine inspections and minor repairs of the hydrovac equipment.
• Preparing work areas with safety measures and addressing potential hazards.
• Documenting and reporting all Badger, Federal, State, and Customer paperwork accurately.

Skills

Valid Driver's License

CPR/First Aid

Fall Protection

OSHA 10

Customer Service Focused

Technology adept

Safety minded

Job description

Are you enthusiastic about safe excavation and skilled in the assistance of operating hydrovac equipment? Join the Badger team as an Assistant 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.$20.00 per hour and up based on experience with many opportunities for pay increases and career advancement!RESPONSABILITIES: What You'll Be Doing:Assisting in operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working environments, including confined spacesAttending safety meetingsPerforming routine inspections and minor repairs of the hydrovac equipmentPreparing work areas by setting up safety measures and addressing potential hazardsDocumenting and reporting all Badger, Federal, State, and Customer paperwork accurately and efficientlyQUALIFICATIONS: What We're Looking For:Valid Driver’s LicenseCPR/First Aid, Fall Protection and OSHA 10 certification (preferred)Ability to work variable shifts with extended hoursMust 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 conditionsPrior hydrovac equipment operation or related industrial experience (preferred)What You'll Need For Success:Customer Service Focused and comfortable with customer interactionEnthusiasm for being part of a safety-focused collaborative teamTechnology adeptPersonal Protective Equipment providedCandidates must undergo a physical examination and complete pre-employment screenings such as driver’s abstract review and drug and alcohol testIf 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.What You'll Get In Return:Generous weekly pay and overtime opportunitiesLow-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision insuranceRetirement plan with employer matching contributionsAttractive vacation programsInclusive Group Life insuranceSupportive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that allows for covered behavioral health visitsRewarding employee referral programValuable employee training program(s)Per diemABOUT 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.