Assistant Hydrovac Operator

Badger Infrastructure Solutions in; Shreveport (LA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Overtime opportunities

Low-cost Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer matching

Vacation program

Life insurance

EAP

Referral program

Training program

Per diem

Job summary

Badger Infrastructure Solutions in Shreveport, LA, is seeking an Assistant Hydrovac Operator to assist with hydrovac operations using high-pressure water and vacuum systems. You will help dig precisely, uncover utilities, and contribute to various construction projects.

The role emphasizes safety and attention to detail, with opportunities for pay increases and career advancement. Applicants should be prepared for physical work and travel up to 25% as needed.

Qualifications

• 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)

Responsibilities

• Assist in operating hydrovac equipment to dig and uncover utilities.
• Support safety-focused, collaborative team on construction projects.
• Maintain equipment and follow safety protocols.

Skills

Customer Service Focused

Safety-focused team

Technology adept

Education

Driver's License

Tools

CPR/First Aid

OSHA 10 certification

Job description

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.

$20.00 per hour and up based on experience with many opportunities for pay increases and career advancement!

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

What We're Looking For:

• 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)

Assistant Hydrovac Operator (Finance)

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

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.