Hydrovac Operator

Badger Infrastructure Solutions; Hackensack (NJ); On-site; USD 73,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Badger Infrastructure Solutions in Hackensack, NJ, is seeking a Hydrovac Operator to safely excavate with hydrovac equipment, using high‑pressure water and vacuum systems to dig precisely and uncover utilities on diverse construction projects.

The role requires a valid CDL, a safety mindset, ability to travel up to 25%, lift 50+ pounds, and willingness to work long shifts; starting rate is $53.08/hour with union wages and benefits discussed with the Branch Manager.

Qualifications

• Valid Class A or B CDL required.
• CPR/First Aid, Fall Protection and OSHA 10 preferred.
• Experience driving a manual transmission.
• Willing to travel up to 25%.
• Able to lift 50+ pounds and perform manual labor in varying weather.
• Prior hydrovac equipment operation preferred.
• Must be at least 21 years of age.
• Pre-employment screenings including drug/alcohol test.
• Union membership may be required.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydrovac equipment using high‑pressure water and vacuum systems to dig precisely.
• Uncover utilities and contribute to construction projects.
• Maintain safety standards and support a collaborative team.
• Adapt to varying shifts and weather conditions.

Skills

CDL Class A/B

CPR/First Aid

OSHA 10

Manual transmission experience

Travel up to 25%

Physical stamina

Team safety mindset

Customer service

Hydrovac equipment operation

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.

Salary: Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager with starting rate of $53.08/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.

Salary: Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager with starting rate of $53.08/hour.

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.