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Badger Daylighting

Hydrovac Operator

Mascot, TN · On-site

$30/hr

... utilities, and contribute to various construction projects. If you're detail-oriented, safety ... Per Diem About Us Badger Infrastructure Solutions is the industry leader in non-destructive hydro ...

Badger Daylighting

Hydrovac Operator

Mascot, TN · On-site

$30/hr

... utilities, and contribute to various construction projects. If you're detail-oriented, safety ... Per Diem What You'll Be Doing: * Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a ...

Badger Daylighting

Hydrovac Operator

Memphis, TN

$30/hr

... utilities, and contribute to various construction projects. If you're detail-oriented, safety ... Per Diem What You'll Be Doing: * Operating hydrovac equipment and performing hydrovac duties in a ...

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Hydrovac Operator

Badger Daylighting

Mascot, TN • On-site

$30/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

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.
$30.00 per hour and up 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.

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