Hydrovac Operator

Badger Infrastructure Solutions in; Brownsburg (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Hydrovac Operator, where you'll play a vital role in safe excavation and infrastructure development. This position involves operating advanced hydrovac equipment to uncover utilities and support construction projects. Ideal candidates will be detail-oriented, safety-focused, and possess a valid CDL. You will work in diverse environments, ensuring safety and efficiency while interacting with customers. If you are ready to contribute to essential infrastructure work and thrive in a collaborative team, this opportunity is perfect for you!

Benefits

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Provided

Union Wages and Benefits

Qualifications

• Must be at least 21 years of age and able to lift 50+ pounds.
• Prior hydrovac operations or related industrial experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydrovac equipment in various environments, including confined spaces.
• Perform routine inspections and minor repairs of hydrovac equipment.

Skills

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Safety Consciousness

Physical Stamina

Education

Valid Class A or B CDL

CPR/First Aid Certification

OSHA 10 Certification

Tools

Hydrovac Equipment

Manual Transmission Vehicles

Job description

Hydrovac Operator (Finance)

Are you enthusiastic about safe excavation and skilled in operating hydrovac equipment? Join the Badger team as a 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.

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

What We're Looking For:

• Must have a valid Class A or B CDL
• CPR/First Aid, Fall Protection and OSHA 10 certification (preferred)
• Experience driving a manual transmission (10-18 speed) without automatic restrictions (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 operations or related industrial experience preferred
• Must be at least 21 years of age

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 (PPE) provided
• Candidates must undergo a physical examination and complete pre-employment screenings such as a driver's abstract review and drug and alcohol test
• 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

What You'll Be Doing:

• Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working environments, including confined spaces
• Driving our hydrovac trucks (10-15% of total work time)
• 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