Skip to main content
Tallo logoTallo logo

Find Jobs

Find Jobs Near You – Available Work in Your Location

Skip to job details

Back to Results

Apply for this opportunity

To apply for this job, you'll continue to an external website or email application.

Badger Infrastructure Solutions Ltd

Hydrovac Operator

Choose a Location

This role is available in multiple locations. Pick one to apply.

Career Insights for Operating Engineer / Heavy Equipment Operator

See where this job fits in the broader career landscape. Knowing your career path helps you see what's possible from here.

Scorecard

Based on Texas data

Review key factors to help you decide if this role fits your goals. How is this calculated?

Were these scores useful?

What they do

An Operating Engineer or Heavy Equipment Operator drives and operates heavy equipment used in quarries, construction sites, landfills, refuse and recycling centers, or ports. Heavy Equipment may include, but is not limited to, bulldozers, excavators, paving equipment and pile drivers.

$53,887 / year median in Texas

+14% projected growth

Explore Career

Job Description

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