Hydrovac Operator

Badger Infrastructure Solutions in; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Badger Infrastructure Solutions is seeking a Hydrovac Operator in New York to support essential infrastructure projects. You will operate hydrovac equipment using high-pressure water and vacuum systems to excavate and locate utilities with precision and care.

The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and reliability for ongoing construction work; union wages and benefits are discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Candidates should be ready for variable shifts and field work.

Qualifications

• 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) preferred.
• Ability to work variable shifts with extended hours.
• Willingness to travel up to 25%.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull 50+ pounds and endure manual labor in varying weather.
• Must be at least 21 years old.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydrovac equipment with high-pressure water and vacuum systems.
• Dig safely to uncover utilities and support construction projects.
• Maintain safety standards and report issues to supervision.

Skills

CDL Class A/B

CPR/First Aid

OSHA 10

Manual transmission experience

Safety focused

Team player

Physical stamina

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.

Salary: Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager with starting rate of $34.31 per hour.

Responsibilities

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.

Qualifications

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

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.