Drain Field Laborer

Job Title

Underground Wet Utilities Laborer

Auburn, WA

Full-time

$25.00 - $30.00 per hour

A Advanced Septic and Construction Services is Western Washington’s largest family‑owned septic company. We are growing and looking for an enthusiastic Underground Wet Utilities Laborer (Drain Field Laborer) to join our Septic Service Team. Our ideal candidate is reliable, safety‑minded, hardworking, and motivated to learn and grow in the underground utilities trade.

An Underground Wet Utilities Laborer installs, maintains, and repairs underground utility systems such as drain fields. This hands‑on, labor‑intensive role works in various weather conditions and involves trenching, grading, and assisting with system troubleshooting and installation across Pierce, King, and surrounding counties. Candidates should have experience with underground wet utilities, a strong understanding of basic outdoor plumbing, and a high aptitude for plumbing‑related work.

• Digging trenches for drain field and utility pipes according to specified dimensions
• Laying and aligning perforated drain pipes
• Back filling trenches with appropriate soil materials
• Leveling and grading drain field areas
• Locating underground utilities using marking flags or detection tools
• Site cleanup and debris disposal
• Collaborating with project managers, dispatch, estimators, and customers

• Must possess a valid driver’s license with 3+ years of verifiable driving experience
• Acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR); occasional operation of a company vehicle may be required
• Must pass a pre‑employment drug screen and background check
• Comfortable working in all weather conditions
• Physically able to perform heavy labor
• Proficient with hand tools
• Willingness to become a WOSSA Certified Level 2 Technician (company‑paid training)

• 2+ years’ experience in septic or underground utility services
• CDL
• Certified O&M Level 1 or Level 2 Specialist (Active License)
• Experience with Service Titan
• Familiarity with local codes, bylaws, and regulations (Pierce, King, etc.)
• Proficient in troubleshooting, diagnosing, and inspecting systems
• Experience with excavation, jetting, stress testing, and repairs
• Ability to direct labor crews safely and efficiently
• Experience reading as‑builts and compliance reporting
• Heavy Equipment Operation (Mini Kubota): 2 years (Preferred)

• Company Paid Medical for Employees ($25.00 bi‑weekly employee contribution)
• Dental Insurance – Supplemental Available (After 2 months)
• Vision Insurance – Supplemental Available (After 2 months)
• Company Paid $25,000 Life Insurance
• Supplemental Life Insurance – Principal + Colonial
• 401(k) – 4% Company Match
• Paid Sick Leave (accrues at 1 hour per 40 hours worked; usable after 90 days)
• Paid Time Off Plans (after 1 year)
• Pet Insurance – Supplemental Available through United Healthcare
• Aflac Supplemental Insurance (Short & Long‑Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, etc.)
• Professional Development Opportunities
• Referral Bonus Program
• 6 Paid Holidays (After 6 months of employment: New Years Day, Memorial Day, 4th of July, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day)
• Veterans and Active Military Members Receive Veterans Day as an Additional Paid Holiday (After 6 months of employment)

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed