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Hydrovac Operator

@ Badger

Bradford, Ontario

$29.42–$39.23/hrOn-siteFull-time
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Overview

Badger Infrastructure Solutions is hiring a full-time Hydrovac Operator to run high-pressure water and vacuum excavation equipment for utility locating and construction projects. The role includes driving hydrovac trucks, safety work and variable shifts with extended hours, and pay is a union rate of $29.42 to $39.23 per hour.

Pay:

$29.42–$39.23 an hour

Responsibilities:

  • Operate hydrovac equipment in varied and confined work areas
  • Drive hydrovac trucks for 10-15% of work time
  • Set up safety measures and address site hazards
  • Perform routine inspections and minor equipment repairs
  • Complete Badger, federal, provincial and customer paperwork

Requirements summary:

  • Valid Class 1, 3 or DZ licence (Class A-D in Ontario) with air brake endorsement
  • First aid, Ground Disturbance and CSTS preferred
  • Manual transmission driving experience preferred
  • Lift, push and pull 50+ pounds
  • Willing to travel up to 25% and work variable shifts

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

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Job details

SeniorityEntry level
DepartmentGeneral labour
Hours per week40 (estimated)
Travelair: none · ground: moderate
Work settingConstruction site, Vehicle, Client sites
PositionOn the move
Physical demandsphysical high · lift 50 lb · computer low
Licences & certificationsAir brake endorsement, First Aid, Ground Disturbance, CSTS
Driver’s licencerequired
Background checksdrug and alcohol, driving record

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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.

Hourly union rates: $29.42/hr to $39.23/ hr

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, provincial, and Customer paperwork accurately and efficiently

What We're Looking For:

  • Valid 1, 3 or DZ license (A-D license in Ontario) with airbrake endorsement
  • First aid, Ground Disturbance and CSTS preferred (other safety tickets including but not limited to Fall protection, H2S alive and Confined Spaces may also be required depending on location)
  • Preferred experience driving a manual transmission (10-18 speed) without automatic restrictions
  • 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 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
  • Personal Protective Equipment provided
  • Candidates must undergo a physical examination and complete pre-employment screenings such as driver’s abstract review and drug and alcohol test
  • This position is in a region that is covered under a collective bargaining agreement; the successful applicant may be required to join the union as a condition of employment

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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