Hydrovac Operator

Badger Infrastructure Solutions; Manassas (GA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Badger Infrastructure Solutions is seeking a Hydrovac Operator to perform high-pressure hydrovac digging, uncover utilities, and support construction projects. You will operate hydrovac equipment, drive trucks part of the time, and participate in safety meetings.

The role requires a CDL Class A or B, CPR/First Aid and OSHA 10 (preferred), ability to lift 50+ pounds, travel up to 25%, and willingness to work variable shifts. Union wages and benefits are discussed with the Branch Manager.

Qualifications

• CDL required (Class A or B) to operate hydrovac trucks.
• CPR/First Aid and OSHA 10 preferred.
• Experience driving a manual transmission preferred.
• Must be willing to travel up to 25% and pass pre-employment screenings.
• Must be 21+ and able to lift 50+ pounds.

Responsibilities

• Operate hydrovac equipment and perform hydrovac duties in various environments, including confined spaces.
• Drive hydrovac trucks (10-15% of total work time).
• Attend safety meetings.
• Perform routine inspections and minor repairs of hydrovac equipment.
• Prepare work areas with safety measures and hazard controls.
• Document and report all paperwork accurately.

Skills

CDL Class A/B

CPR/First Aid

OSHA 10 Certification

Fall Protection

Manual Transmission Experience

Safety-Conscious

Willing to travel 25%

Tools

Hydrovac equipment

Hydrovac trucks operation

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.

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

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