Industrial Hydro Blast Operator

Badger Infrastructure Solutions; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Overtime opportunities

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer matching

Vacation program

Life insurance

EAP

Referral program

Training programs

Per diem

Job summary

Badger Infrastructure Solutions is seeking an Industrial Hydro Blast Operator to safely handle, position, and operate hydro-blast equipment for essential industrial services. The role emphasizes attention to safety and precise operation of high-pressure water blasting, with opportunities for pay increases and career growth based on experience.

Starting pay is $36.00 per hour with room to grow as you gain experience and demonstrate reliability in a demanding industrial setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement strongly preferred or ability to obtain soon after hire.
• Experience with hydro-blasting or pressure cleaning preferred; refinery or plant experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Operates, sets up, and maintains hydro-blast trailers, high-pressure pumps, and tank cleaning equipment safely and efficiently.
• Performs pre-job equipment and site inspections, completes required safety documentation, adheres to safety procedures, and reports hazards or incidents.
• Conducts manual tasks including installing, repairing, and cleaning valves, hoses, pumps, and related equipment in hazardous environments.
• Assists supervisors and team members, maintains cleanliness and organization of work areas and equipment.

Skills

Class A CDL

Tanker endorsement

Hydro-blasting experience

Willingness to travel

Safety-conscious

Work at heights

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Hydro-blast equipment

Job description

Job Description

Are you enthusiastic about safe operation of hydro-blasting equipment? Join the Badger team as an Industrial Hydro Blast Operator. In this role, you'll be responsible for handling, positioning, moving, and manipulating equipment and materials associated with industrial services and high-pressure water blasting. If you're detail-oriented, safety-conscious, and ready to be part of essential industrial work.

$36.00 per hour and up based on experience with many opportunities for pay increases and career advancement!

Responsibilities

• Operates, sets up, and maintains hydro-blast trailers, high-pressure pumps, and tank cleaning equipment safely and efficiently.
• Performs pre-job equipment and site inspections, completes required safety documentation, adheres strictly to safety procedures, and promptly reports hazards or incidents.
• Conducts manual tasks including installing, repairing, and cleaning valves, hoses, pumps, and related equipment in hazardous industrial environments.
• Assists supervisors and Team Members as directed, maintain cleanliness and organization of work areas and equipment throughout and after tasks.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Valid Class A CDL with Tanker endorsement strongly preferred or the ability to obtain one shortly after hire.
• Experience with hydro-blasting or pressure cleaning preferred; refinery or plant experience a plus.
• Willingness to travel locally and out-of-state, and availability for overtime work as needed.
• Comfortable working in confined spaces and at heights.

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 provided
• Candidates must undergo a physical examination and complete pre-employment screenings such as driver's abstract review and drug and alcohol test

What You'll Get In Return

• Generous weekly pay and overtime opportunities
• Low-cost Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer matching contributions
• Attractive vacation programs
• Inclusive Group Life insurance
• Supportive Employee Assistance Program (EAP) that allows for covered behavioral health visits
• Rewarding employee referral program
• Valuable employee training program(s)
• Per diem

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, and 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.