Hydrovac Operator
$16.75 - $22.25/hr
Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Badger Infrastructure Solutions is the industry leader in non-destructive hydro-excavation (hydrovac) services. Since 1992 ...
Hydrovac Operator
$16.75 - $22.25/hr
Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Badger Infrastructure Solutions is the industry leader in non-destructive hydro-excavation (hydrovac) services. Since 1992 ...
Hydrovac Operator
$16.25 - $22/hr
Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Badger Infrastructure Solutions is the industry leader in non-destructive hydro-excavation (hydrovac) services. Since 1992 ...
Hydrovac Operator
$16.25 - $22/hr
Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Badger Infrastructure Solutions is the industry leader in non-destructive hydro-excavation (hydrovac) services. Since 1992 ...
Hydrovac Operator
Columbus, OH · On-site
$17.25 - $23/hr
Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Responsibilities What You'll Be Doing: * Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working ...
Hydrovac Operator
Columbus, OH · On-site
$17.25 - $23/hr
Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Responsibilities What You'll Be Doing: * Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working ...
Hydrovac Operator
White Bear Lake, MN · On-site
$47/hr
Union benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Responsibilities What You'll Be Doing: * Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working ...
Hydrovac Operator
White Bear Lake, MN · On-site
$47/hr
Union benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Responsibilities What You'll Be Doing: * Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working ...
Hydrovac Operator
Huntington, WV · On-site
$14 - $18.50/hr
Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Responsibilities What You'll Be Doing: * Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working ...
Hydrovac Operator
Huntington, WV · On-site
$14 - $18.50/hr
Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Responsibilities What You'll Be Doing: * Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working ...
Hydrovac Operator
$17 - $22.75/hr
Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Badger Infrastructure Solutions is the industry leader in non-destructive hydro-excavation (hydrovac) services. Since 1992 ...
Hydrovac Operator
$17 - $22.75/hr
Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Badger Infrastructure Solutions is the industry leader in non-destructive hydro-excavation (hydrovac) services. Since 1992 ...
Hydrovac Operator
Watford City, ND · On-site
$30 - $35/hr
... management, and spill prevention to minimize environmental impact during excavation activities ... Hydrovac Training: Completion of hydrovac operator training programs or certifications from ...
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Hydrovac Operator
Watford City, ND · On-site
$30 - $35/hr
... management, and spill prevention to minimize environmental impact during excavation activities ... Hydrovac Training: Completion of hydrovac operator training programs or certifications from ...
Hydrovac Operator
Tarentum, PA · On-site
Salary: Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. What We're ... Prior hydrovac equipment operations or related industrial experience preferred * Must be at least ...
Hydrovac Operator
Tarentum, PA · On-site
Salary: Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. What We're ... Prior hydrovac equipment operations or related industrial experience preferred * Must be at least ...
Hydrovac Operator
Johnston, RI · On-site
Salary: Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. What We're ... Prior hydrovac equipment operations or related industrial experience preferred * Must be at least ...
Hydrovac Operator
Johnston, RI · On-site
Salary: Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. What We're ... Prior hydrovac equipment operations or related industrial experience preferred * Must be at least ...
Hydrovac Operator
Fort Wayne, IN · On-site
$16.25 - $22/hr
Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Responsibilities What You'll Be Doing: * Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working ...
Hydrovac Operator
Fort Wayne, IN · On-site
$16.25 - $22/hr
Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Responsibilities What You'll Be Doing: * Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working ...
Hydrovac Operator
Louisville, KY · On-site
$16.25 - $21.75/hr
Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Responsibilities What You'll Be Doing: * Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working ...
Hydrovac Operator
Louisville, KY · On-site
$16.25 - $21.75/hr
Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Responsibilities What You'll Be Doing: * Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working ...
Hydrovac Operator
Sparks, NV · On-site
$43.92/hr
Union wages ($43.92) and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. What You'll Be Doing: * Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working ...
Hydrovac Operator
Sparks, NV · On-site
$43.92/hr
Union wages ($43.92) and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. What You'll Be Doing: * Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working ...
Hydrovac Swamper
Watford City, ND · On-site
A Hydrovac Swamper in the oilfield industry provides essential support to Hydrovac Operators during ... Debris Management: Assist in the removal and disposal of excavated materials, including soil, rocks ...
Hydrovac Swamper
Watford City, ND · On-site
A Hydrovac Swamper in the oilfield industry provides essential support to Hydrovac Operators during ... Debris Management: Assist in the removal and disposal of excavated materials, including soil, rocks ...
Hydrovac Swamper
Watford City, ND · On-site
A Hydrovac Swamper in the oilfield industry provides essential support to Hydrovac Operators during ... Debris Management: Assist in the removal and disposal of excavated materials, including soil, rocks ...
Hydrovac Swamper
Watford City, ND · On-site
A Hydrovac Swamper in the oilfield industry provides essential support to Hydrovac Operators during ... Debris Management: Assist in the removal and disposal of excavated materials, including soil, rocks ...
Hydrovac Operator
Louisville, KY · On-site
$16.25 - $21.75/hr
Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Badger Infrastructure Solutions is the industry leader in non-destructive hydro-excavation (hydrovac) services. Since 1992 ...
Hydrovac Operator
Louisville, KY · On-site
$16.25 - $21.75/hr
Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Badger Infrastructure Solutions is the industry leader in non-destructive hydro-excavation (hydrovac) services. Since 1992 ...
Hydrovac Operator
West Palm Beach, FL · On-site
$17.25 - $23/hr
Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Responsibilities What You'll Be Doing: * Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working ...
Hydrovac Operator
West Palm Beach, FL · On-site
$17.25 - $23/hr
Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Responsibilities What You'll Be Doing: * Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working ...
Hydrovac Operator
Williamsport, PA · On-site
$16 - $21.50/hr
Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Badger Infrastructure Solutions is the industry leader in non-destructive hydro-excavation (hydrovac) services. Since 1992 ...
Hydrovac Operator
Williamsport, PA · On-site
$16 - $21.50/hr
Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Badger Infrastructure Solutions is the industry leader in non-destructive hydro-excavation (hydrovac) services. Since 1992 ...
Hydrovac Operator
Longwood, FL · On-site
$15.50 - $20.75/hr
Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Responsibilities What You'll Be Doing: * Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working ...
Hydrovac Operator
Longwood, FL · On-site
$15.50 - $20.75/hr
Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Responsibilities What You'll Be Doing: * Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working ...
Hydrovac Operator
Monroe, MI · On-site
$16.50 - $22/hr
Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Responsibilities What You'll Be Doing: * Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working ...
Hydrovac Operator
Monroe, MI · On-site
$16.50 - $22/hr
Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Responsibilities What You'll Be Doing: * Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a variety of working ...
Hydrovac Operator
Monroe, MI · On-site
$16.50 - $22/hr
Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Badger Infrastructure Solutions is the industry leader in non-destructive hydro-excavation (hydrovac) services. Since 1992 ...
Hydrovac Operator
Monroe, MI · On-site
$16.50 - $22/hr
Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager. Badger Infrastructure Solutions is the industry leader in non-destructive hydro-excavation (hydrovac) services. Since 1992 ...
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$25K - $33.1K
17% of jobs
$37.7K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$33.1K - $41.2K
15% of jobs
$41.2K - $49.3K
16% of jobs
The median wage is $51.5K / yr.
$49.3K - $57.4K
11% of jobs
$57.4K - $65.5K
16% of jobs
$66.5K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$65.5K - $73.5K
8% of jobs
$73.5K - $81.6K
8% of jobs
$81.6K - $89.7K
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How much do hydrovac manager jobs pay per year?
As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for hydrovac manager in the United States is $58,969.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,500.00 and $71,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.
What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a hydrovac manager?
To thrive as a Hydrovac Manager, you need deep knowledge of hydrovac excavation operations, safety regulations, and team leadership, often supported by industry experience and relevant certifications such as OSHA or specific equipment training. Familiarity with GPS tracking, electronic job management systems, and scheduling tools is commonly required. Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills set top candidates apart in this leadership role. These abilities are crucial for maintaining operational efficiency, ensuring safety, and effectively managing teams and client expectations.
What are some common challenges faced by hydrovac managers, and how are they typically addressed?
Hydrovac Managers often face challenges such as coordinating multiple field crews, ensuring all work adheres to strict safety standards, and meeting tight project deadlines. To address these, managers rely on strong communication channels, effective scheduling practices, and regular safety training sessions for their teams. Proactive planning and quick decision-making are key to minimizing equipment downtime and resolving unexpected site issues. Many Hydrovac Managers work closely with project managers, clients, and municipal authorities to keep operations running smoothly and safely.
What is a hydrovac manager?
A Hydrovac Manager oversees hydrovac operations, ensuring safe and efficient excavation using pressurized water and vacuum systems. They manage equipment, crews, scheduling, and compliance with safety regulations. Responsibilities include training operators, maintaining equipment, and coordinating projects with clients and contractors. Strong leadership, operational knowledge, and adherence to safety protocols are essential for success in this role.
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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.
Salary: Union wages and benefits to be discussed directly with the Branch Manager.
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.Â
What We're Looking For: There has never been a better time to join and grow with Badger.
- 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
- Candidates must undergo a physical examination and complete pre-employment screenings such as a 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.
- 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