Hydrovac Operator
About the role
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.
Responsibilities
- 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
Requirements
- 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)
- Able to work variable shifts with extended hours
- Willing to travel up to 25%
- 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
Qualifications
Customer service focused and comfortable with customer interaction
Enthusiasm for being part of a safety-focused collaborative team
Technology adept
Skills
- Customer service focused
- Comfortable with customer interaction
- Enthusiasm for being part of a safety-focused collaborative team
- Technology adept
Benefits
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)
Pay
Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager with starting rate of $63.97/hour
Schedule
Variable shifts with extended hours