Hydrovac Operator

Badger Infrastructure Solutions in; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career advancement opportunities

Safety-focused team

Job summary

Badger Infrastructure Solutions is seeking a Hydrovac Operator to operate high-pressure water and vacuum systems for precise digging and utility uncoveries on construction sites. Preferred qualifications include a valid Class A or B CDL, OSHA 10, CPR/First Aid, and experience with hydrovac equipment; must be able to travel up to 25% and lift 50+ pounds.

This role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and opportunities for pay increases and career advancement within a growing infrastructure services

Qualifications

• Valid Class A or B CDL required.
• CPR/First Aid, Fall Protection and OSHA 10 certification preferred.
• Experience operating hydrovac equipment or related industrial experience preferred.
• Must be 21 years of age or older.
• Ability to travel up to 25% and work variable shifts.
• Must lift, push, pull 50+ pounds and perform manual labor in varying weather conditions.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydrovac equipment using high-pressure water and vacuum systems to dig and uncover utilities.
• Support construction projects with safe excavation and precise digging.
• Adhere to safety-focused procedures and participate in a collaborative team.
• Be prepared for extended hours and varying shifts.

Skills

CDL (Class A/B)

Customer service

Safety-conscious

Tech savvy

Education

OSHA 10 certification

CPR/First Aid certification

Job description

Job Description

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,

$39.68 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 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

If you feel you don’t have the experience listed above, but still think you are qualified for the job,

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.