Join Edgett Excavating and Help Build the Infrastructure That Keeps Communities Moving
Are you an experienced Hydrovac Operator who takes pride in safe, professional excavation work? Do you enjoy working outdoors, operating specialized equipment, and being part of a hardworking construction crew?
Edgett Excavating is looking for a dependable, safety-focused Hydrovac Operator to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to work on a variety of civil construction and utility projects in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment where your skills and contributions truly matter.
What You’ll Do As a Hydrovac Operator, you will safely operate hydrovac excavation equipment to support underground utility work, excavation projects, and civil construction activities.
Key Responsibilities Safely operate hydrovac trucks and related excavation equipment
Perform daylighting, potholing, trenching, slot trenching, debris removal, and non‑destructive excavation
Expose underground utilities while minimizing risk and damage
Conduct pre-trip inspections, hazard assessments, and daily equipment checks
Follow WorkSafeBC regulations, safe excavation practices, and company safety procedures
Maintain daily logs, inspection reports, and excavation records
Perform routine cleaning and minor maintenance of equipment
Communicate effectively with supervisors, crew members, subcontractors, and utility representatives
Assist with general labour and construction tasks as needed




Represent the company professionally with clients and the public
What You Bring Valid Class 1 or Class 3 Driver’s Licence with Air Brake Endorsement
Clean driver’s abstract and ability to maintain insurable driving status
Experience operating hydrovac or heavy equipment in a construction or utility environment preferred
Knowledge of underground utility locating and safe excavation practices
Ability to read utility locates, site plans, and construction drawings
Robust commitment to safety, teamwork, and professionalism
Reliable, adaptable, and able to work in changing site and weather conditions
WHMIS and construction safety training, or willingness to obtain
Additional certifications such as OFA, Traffic Control, Ground Disturbance, or Confined Space are considered assets
Working Conditions This role involves working outdoors in varying weather and construction site conditions. Work may include physical labour, overtime, travel to various job sites, and working around active roadways, underground utilities, and heavy equipment.
Why Join Edgett Excavating? Work with a respected and growing excavation company
Be part of a supportive, hardworking team culture
Gain experience on diverse civil construction and utility projects
Competitive compensation based on experience and qualifications
Opportunity for long-term growth and development

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📌 HydroVac Operator (British Columbia)
🏢 Edgett Excavating
📍 British Columbia