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•$23.13 Per hour Hydrovac Operator

•Abilene

BADGER DAYLIGHTING CORP

Occupation:

Operating Engineers and Other Construction Equipment Operators

Location:

Abilene, TX

•79601

Job Type:

Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment

Posted:

08/26/2026

Positions available: 9

Source:

WorkInTexas

Web Site:

WorkInTexas

Onsite /

Remote:

Work onsite all of the time

Updated:

08/29/2026

Expires:

09/30/2026

Job #: 17061367

Job Requirements and Properties

Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite

Full Time Age

21 and up DL

Required Schedule

Full Time Job Type

Regular Duration

Permanent Employment Public Transit

Available Benefits Help for . 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.

$30.00 per hour and up based on experience with many opportunities for pay increases and career advancement!

Responsibilities

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, State, and Customer paperwork accurately and efficiently Qualifications

What We're Looking For:

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)

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 operations or related industrial experience (preferred)

Must be at least 21 years of age

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 (PPE) provided

You will undergo a physical examination and complete pre-employment screenings such as a driver's abstract review and drug and alcohol test

If you feel you don't have the experience listed above, but still think you are qualified for the job, we encourage you to apply for consideration.

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, as well as 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.