Assistant Hydrovac Operator

Badger Daylighting Corp.; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Badger Daylighting Corp. in Curtis Bay, MD, is seeking an Assistant Hydrovac Operator to support hydrovac operations on various sites and assist with safety and setup processes. You will help with high‑pressure water and vacuum systems to dig, locate utilities, and support infrastructure projects.

Candidates should have a valid driver's license and be prepared for variable shifts, up to 25% travel, and heavy lifting. Union wages and benefits will be discussed with the Branch Manager.

Qualifications

• Must have a valid Driver’s License.
• CPR/First Aid, Fall Protection and OSHA 10 certification preferred.
• Ability to work variable shifts with extended hours.
• Willing to travel up to 25%.
• Lift, push, pull 50+ pounds and perform physical labor in varying weather.
• Prior hydrovac equipment operation or related industrial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in operating hydrovac equipment and perform hydrovac duties in various environments, including confined spaces.
• Attend safety meetings.
• Perform routine inspections and minor repairs of hydrovac equipment.
• Prepare work areas with safety measures and address hazards.
• Document and report all Badger, Federal, State, and customer paperwork accurately.

Skills

Driver's License

CPR/First Aid

OSHA 10

Shift Work

Travel 25%

Heavy Lifting

Hydrovac Experience

Customer Service

Teamwork

Technology Proficient

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, join our dedicated team.

Salary: Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager with starting rate of $33.90/hour.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Assisting in operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working environments, including confined spaces
• 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, State, and Customer paperwork accurately and efficiently

Qualifications

What We’re Looking For:

• Must have a valid Driver’s License
• CPR/First Aid, Fall Protection and OSHA 10 certification (preferred)
• 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
• 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

Job Info

• Job Identification 252293
• Job Category Operations
• Posting Date 08/04/2026, 03:48 PM
• Job Schedule Full-Time
• Locations 711 Pittman Road, Curtis Bay, MD, 21226, US (On-site)