Hydrovac Operator - Grande Prairie, AB

Contenido de trabajo

$28 and up per hour based on experience.

Join the dedicated Badger Team – the LEADER in the hydro-excavation industry. Full-time Operator positions available immediately, with career advancement opportunities, competitive pay, overtime, weekly pay, bonus incentives, PTO, and health care benefits.

In this position you will operate our custom and purpose built commercial Hydrovac trucks to drive to assigned job site to excavate, load, dig, break rocks or debris, dirt, or other materials to locate underground utilities, potholing, trenching, etc. The Hydrovac Operator is responsible for the completion of projects in a safe and timely manner.

Learn about A Day in the Life of Badger

• Full availability and understanding to work variable hours averaging between 30-70 hours weekly depending on slow and peak seasons. Weekends and extended hours as needed.
• Required travel up to 25% based on job assignment need.
• Attend safety meetings and ensures all tasks are always completed in a safe and professional manner.
• Safely operate the on-board hydro-vacuum system outside the truck and perform other duties such as clean-up, mobilization, and general maintenance of the equipment to ensure the unit operates at max capacity.
• Must be able to work in all outdoor elements for extended periods of time throughout the year.
• Responsible for the successful completion of hydro excavation projects including utility line exposure, debris removal, trenching, and digging, using a high-pressure wand to loosen the soil and a vacuum system to remove the debris or build-up.
• Communicate effectively, professionally and demonstrate a strong customer service focus in all interactions.
• Troubleshoot minor mechanical issues and as the need arises perform minor repairs to equipment.
• Use Badger provided technology (iPad) for field ticketing, time, and attendance.
• Properly document all Badger, Federal, State, and Customer paperwork as required by law and/or established policy in a clear and legible manner.
• Must be able to meet the following physical demands:
• Be able to hear and distinguish emergency signals and instructions while on duty.
• Repetitively sit, lift, stoop, bend, squat, kneel, reach, and crawl.
• Repeatedly lift a maximum of 50 pounds.
• Able to work in all outdoor elements for extended periods of time throughout the year.
• Confined Space Entry may be required to accomplish tasks for some clients when applicable.
• Cleared to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
• Able to climb ladders, and work from stationary platforms from elevated heights.
• Capable of working extended hours and variable shifts.
• Work in loud environments and may require use of ear plugs.
• Previous hydrovac, trucking, vacuum truck or other related industrial experience preferred.
• Must have a minimum Class 1, 3 or DZ license (A-D license in Ontario) with airbrake endorsement, and an acceptable driving record.
• Safety certifications preferred (e.g. First Aid/CPR, C.S.T.S, H2S Alive, Fall Protection, Confined Space, OSSA and Ground Disturbance).
• Experience in a labor-intensive position.
• Ability to work outside in all types of weather conditions.
• Ability to work independently and in a team and safety focused environment.
• Mechanical inclination is an asset.
  
Candidates will be required to successfully complete pre-employment screening, which includes driver’s abstract review and drug and alcohol test.

Thank you for your interest in this position. Badger Daylighting is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Primary Location

CA-AB-Grande Prairie

Job

Operators

Organization

Badger Daylighting LP

Schedule

Full-time