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Assistant Hydrovac Operator

@ Badger

Toronto, Ontario

$40.26/hrOn-siteFull-time
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Overview

Badger is hiring an Assistant Hydrovac Operator for full-time work assisting with hydro-excavation using high-pressure water and vacuum equipment. The role involves safety meetings, equipment inspections, customer paperwork and work in confined spaces, with variable shifts and extended hours. Pay is $40.26 per hour after a training period.

Pay:

$40.26 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Assist in operating hydrovac equipment in varied environments
  • Attend safety meetings
  • Perform routine inspections and minor repairs
  • Prepare work areas and address hazards
  • Document Badger, federal, state and customer paperwork

Requirements summary:

  • Valid Class 5 licence (G in Ontario)
  • CPR/First Aid, Fall Protection, OSHA 10 preferred
  • Ability to work variable shifts with extended hours
  • Lift, push, pull 50+ pounds
  • Prior hydrovac or industrial experience preferred

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Employer posting date
2026-09-22
First seen by our source
2026-10-08
Source record updated
2026-10-15

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentConstruction trades
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: moderate
Work settingOutdoors, Construction site, Vehicle
PositionSitting and standing
Physical demandsphysical high · lift 50 lb · computer low
Licences & certificationsCPR/First Aid, Fall Protection, OSHA 10
Driver’s licencerequired

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Job description

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.

Salary: $40.26 per hour following training period.

What You’ll Be Doing:

  • Assisting in operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working environments, including confined spaces.
  • 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.
  • Valid Class 5 license (G license in Ontario)
  • CPR/First Aid, Fall Protection and OSHA 10 certification preferred.
  • Ability to work variable shifts with extended hours.
  • 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.
  • Customer Service Focused and comfortable with customer interaction.
  • Enthusiasm for being part of a safety-focused collaborative team.
  • Technology adept.
  • Able to use personal Protective Equipment provided.

What We’re Looking For:

  • Valid Class 5 license (G license in Ontario)
  • CPR/First Aid, Fall Protection and OSHA 10 certification preferred.
  • Ability to work variable shifts with extended hours.
  • 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.
  • Able to use personal Protective Equipment provided.

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.

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 the Badger team!

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