Hydrovac Operator

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.

Hourly union rates: $29.42/hr to $39.23/hr

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, provincial, and Customer paperwork accurately and efficiently

What We're Looking For

Valid 1, 3 or DZ license (A-D license in Ontario) with airbrake endorsement

First aid, Ground Disturbance and CSTS preferred (other safety tickets including but not limited to Fall protection, H2S alive and Confined Spaces may also be required depending on location)

Preferred experience driving a manual transmission (10-18 speed) without automatic restrictions

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 operation or related industrial experience preferred

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

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

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