Excavation Laborer

Overview

Founded in 1935, Roto-Rooter is North America's largest plumbing, drain cleaning, and water cleanup services provider. Roto-Rooter operates businesses in over 100 company-owned branches, independent contractor territories, and approximately 400 independent franchise operations, serving approximately 90% of the U.S. population and parts of Canada. Roto-Rooter, America's premier provider of plumbing and drain cleaning, is the name that homeowners and businesses turn to for quality services.

We are proud of our 90-year history of success, and our future excites us!

We have an excellent opportunity for an Excavation Technician for sewer & water services repairs/replacements. The primary role is to perform residential and commercial excavations that resolve plumbing issues resulting from compromised or broken lines. The position offers competitive pay, earning $55,000–$75,000 on average, with opportunities to increase with experience.

• Prioritize safety by strictly adhering to OSHA and Roto-Rooter safety protocols.
• Interact with customers as needed.
• Perform excavation tasks followed by pipe repairs or new pipe installations as an Excavation Technician.
• Operate back‑hoe, mini‑excavator, skid steers, and/or other excavation machinery equipped with scoops, shovels, or buckets to excavate and load loose materials.
• Work in confined spaces and open trenches.
• Locate and arrive at job sites in a timely manner; safely drive and operate service vehicle between job sites.

• Hands‑on experience in excavation projects for both residential and commercial construction settings.
• Valid driver's license; a commercial driver’s license may be required depending on the vehicle driven.
• Proficiency in navigating excavation environments, including confined spaces and trench operations, with efficiency and effectiveness.
• Ability to complete jobs within specified timelines.
• Current CDL or ability to obtain within 90 days if necessary for the vehicle driven.
• Trenchless water, sewer & gas experience is a plus.
• Willingly work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends.

• Medical insurance with a Prescription Drug Card
• Accident and Critical Illness Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Training
• Life Insurance
• Matching 401K Retirement Savings Plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Profit Sharing

Roto-Rooter offers excellent career paths for military veterans and personnel transitioning to civilian professions. Military training and structure are an excellent fit for our company.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, age, national origin, veteran status, military status, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.