Assistant Operator

Badger Infrastructure Solutions; Providence (RI); On-site; USD 44,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PPE provided

Job summary

Badger Infrastructure Solutions is seeking an Assistant Hydrovac Operator in Providence, RI. You will assist in operating hydrovac equipment, using high-pressure water and vacuum systems to dig precisely and uncover utilities while contributing to diverse construction projects.

The role emphasizes safety, detail-orientation, and readiness to join a union-backed team with a starting wage discussed with the Branch Manager and potential benefits. Union involvement may apply.

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%.
• 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.
• Join a safety-focused team and contribute to construction projects.
• Maintain safety and efficiency during excavation tasks.

Skills

Driver's License

Customer Service

Safety-minded

Technology adept

Travel willingness

Education

OSHA 10 certification

CPR/First Aid

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, you can join our dedicated team.

Salary: Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager with starting rate of $38.15/hour.

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, you can join our dedicated team.

Salary: Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager with starting rate of $38.15/hour.

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

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.