Hydrovac Truck Operator

Badger Daylighting; Charleston (SC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Badger Daylighting seeks a Hydrovac Operator to safely operate hydrovac trucks on construction and industrial projects. This field-based role blends driving with daylighting to expose underground utilities and infrastructure.

You will drive to jobsites, set up equipment, daylight and inspect work, and maintain logs in a safety-focused, team environment with opportunities to advance within Badger's North American operations.

Qualifications

• Experience operating hydrovac trucks on field projects.
• Commitment to safety and teamwork on construction sites.

Responsibilities

• Drive to jobsites and operate hydrovac equipment.
• Set up equipment and perform daylighting to expose utilities.
• Complete inspections and maintain daily logs.

Skills

Hydrovac operation

Commercial driving

Safety training

Tools

High-pressure water systems

Vacuum systems

Job description

Badger Daylighting is seeking a Hydrovac Operator to safely operate hydrovac trucks supporting construction and industrial projects. This field-based role combines commercial driving and non-destructive excavation, using high-pressure water and vacuum systems to expose underground utilities and infrastructure. Responsibilities include driving to jobsites, setting up equipment, performing safe daylighting, completing inspections, and maintaining logs. You'll work in a safety-focused, team-oriented environment with strong training, clear procedures, and opportunities to advance into supervisory and technical roles across Badger's North American operations.