Assistant Hydrovac Operator

Badger Infrastructure Solutions in; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 21,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Badger Infrastructure Solutions is seeking an Assistant Hydrovac Operator to assist with operating hydrovac equipment using high-pressure water and vacuum systems to dig precisely and uncover utilities. You will contribute to various construction projects while prioritizing safety and collaboration with a safety-focused team.

Candidates should be detail-oriented, physically capable, and willing to work shifts with possible overtime; union wage discussions occur directly 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.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.
• Must be able to lift, push or pull 50+ pounds and perform manual labor in varying weather.
• Prior hydrovac equipment operation or related industrial experience (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Assist in operating hydrovac equipment with high-pressure water and vacuum systems to dig and uncover utilities.
• Support construction projects and ensure safety-focused work practices.

Skills

Driver's License

CPR/First Aid

Fall Protection

OSHA 10

Willing to travel

Physical stamina

Hydrovac equipment experience (pref)

Education

No formal degree required

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.

Salary: Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager.

Responsibilities

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.

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
• 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

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.