Hydrovac Operator

Badger; Westfield (MA); On-site; USD 52,041 - 74,119; Full time

Job summary

Badger in Westfield, Massachusetts, seeks a dedicated Hydrovac Operator to join our team. This full-time role involves operating hydrovac equipment, ensuring safe excavation, and performing routine inspections. With a pay rate starting at $45.79 per hour and opportunities for advancement, the ideal candidate will possess a valid CDL, a safety-oriented mindset, and the ability to thrive in various environments. Join us in providing crucial infrastructure services with Badger, recognized as a leader in hydrovac solutions.

Qualifications

• Must be willing to travel up to 25%.
• Must be able to lift, push, pull 50+ pounds.
• Must have the physical stamina for manual labor.

Responsibilities

• Operating hydrovac equipment in various working environments.
• Driving hydrovac trucks 10-15% of work time.
• Documenting and reporting all required paperwork.

Skills

Customer service focus

Ability to work in varying weather conditions

Technology adept

Education

Valid Class A or B CDL

CPR/First Aid certification

OSHA 10 certification

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, apply now to join our dedicated team.

$45.79 per hour and up based on experience with many opportunities for pay increases and career advancement!

Responsibilities

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

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, we encourage you to apply for consideration.

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.

Job Info

• Job Identification 251908
• Posting Date 05/01/2026, 06:33 PM
• Job Schedule Full‑Time
• Locations 115 Southwest Cutoff, Worcester, MA, 01604, US (On‑site)