Excavator Operator
Listed on 2026-07-26
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Construction Labor & Trades, Building Maintenance, Maintenance Worker, General Labor
As an Excavator Operator, you’ll play a critical role in helping homeowners solve some of their biggest plumbing and sewer challenges.
Your responsibilities may include:
- Sewer line replacements
- Water service replacements
- Installation of cleanouts
- Operating and maintaining sewer and excavation equipment
- Working alongside experienced team members to complete projects safely and efficiently
- Communicating with customers throughout the project
- Maintaining a clean, organized truck, tools, equipment and job site
- Completing job documentation and photos using company technology
- Delivering an exceptional 5-star customer experience
Every day is different, and every project is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on a customer’s home and experience.
Key Responsibilities:- Experience driving, maintaining, hauling & dumping medium duty dump trucks.
- Can demonstrate ability to recognize utility location colors.
- Understands payload tolerances.
- Can perform basic vehicle maintenance and has strong mechanic tendencies.
- Should be able to function as part of a service team, able to help as laborer to plumbing, sewer and drain install teams when not excavating.
- Competitive pay: $26.00-$32.00 per hour
- Based on experience
- Bonus or commission opportunities
- Medical Insurance:
Company pays 100% of employee premiums and 50% on your family premiums (health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability) - Work-Life Balance:
- No on-call rotation
- Minimal weekends
- Paid vacations
- Paid Holidays
- Overtime available as needed
- Retirement: 401(k) with 3% company match
- Technology: iPad & fully integrated software systems
- Equipment:
State-of-the-art trucks, tools, parts, and supplies - Training:
- Paid off-site Nexstar Training
- Paid on-site training in our dedicated training facility
- Culture: A growth-driven, values-based team recognized as one of the strongest cultures in Central Illinois
- Appreciation
- Recognize the Value of Contributions - Responsible
- Be Accountable - Nurture
- Foster Healthy Relationships - Optimistic
- Show Positivity - Leadership
- Inspire Others Through Example - Dedication
- Have Enduring Commitment
Learn all facets of supporting and participating in all company processes to provide a 5- star service by positively impacting our community through meaningful experiences in the plumbing, sewer & drain business.
Experience & Professional Traits That Lead to Success:- Residential sewer and drain experience preferred
- Ability to lift, carry, and work in various weather conditions
- Strong work ethic and positive attitude
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Desire to learn, grow, and continuously improve
If you want to be part of something bigger than just a job – make this career move and find exactly what you’re looking for. You will work in a place where you will be appreciated by your team and customers, and where your work has a direct effect on the success of the company.
Growth & Advancement Opportunities:We’re committed to helping our team members build long-term careers.
Potential career paths include:
- Lead Installer
- Excavator Operator
- Sales Technician
- Management Opportunities
We invest heavily in training, coaching, certifications, and professional development.
Benefits:- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- On-the-job training
- Paid time off
- Operator/Excavator: 3 years AND 600 hours of excavator and skid loader operating experience (Required)
- Work Location:
In person
- Work Location:
- Driver's License with C Class (Required)
- High school or equivalent (Required)
Arnold & Sons Plumbing, Sewer & Drain is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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