Assistant Hydrovac Operator

About the Role

The position involves assisting in operating hydrovac equipment and performing duties in various environments, including confined spaces, attending safety meetings, conducting routine inspections and minor repairs, and preparing work areas by setting up safety measures and addressing hazards. • Assist in operating hydrovac equipment and perform duties in various work environments, including confined spaces • Attend safety meetings • Perform routine inspections and minor repairs of the hydrovac equipment • Prepare work areas by setting up safety measures and addressing potential hazards • Document and report all Badger, Federal, State, and Customer paperwork accurately and efficiently

Key Responsibilities

• ▸hydrovac operation
• ▸equipment inspection
• ▸minor repairs
• ▸safety setup
• ▸hazard mitigation
• ▸paperwork reporting

What You Bring

Are you enthusiastic about safe excavation and skilled in the assistance of operating hydrovac equipment? Join the Badger team as an Assistant 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. Candidates must have a valid driver’s license, be able to work variable shifts with extended hours, travel up to 25%, lift and move 50+ pounds, and possess the physical stamina for manual labor in varying weather conditions. Preferred qualifications include CPR/First Aid, Fall Protection and OSHA 10 certifications, as well as prior hydrovac or related industrial experience. Success in this role requires a customer‑service focus, comfort with customer interaction, enthusiasm for teamwork, and proficiency with technology. Personal protective equipment is provided, and applicants must pass a physical examination, driver’s abstract review, and drug and alcohol testing. • Valid driver’s license • CPR/First Aid, Fall Protection and OSHA 10 certification (preferred) • Ability to work variable shifts with extended hours • Willingness to travel up to 25% • Lift, push, pull 50+ pounds and have physical stamina for manual labor in varying weather conditions • Prior hydrovac equipment operation or related industrial experience (preferred) • Customer‑service focused and comfortable with customer interaction • Technology adept • Must undergo physical examination and pre‑employment screenings (driver’s abstract review, drug and alcohol test)

Requirements

• ▸driver’s license
• ▸osha 10
• ▸variable shifts
• ▸hydrovac experience
• ▸customer service
• ▸tech savvy

Benefits

$24.00 per hour and up based on experience with many opportunities for pay increases and career advancement! • Personal protective equipment provided

Work Environment

Field