What are the responsibilities and job description for the Excavator Operator / General Laborer position at Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Drain Service?
At Roto-Rooter, we do lots of sewer and plumbing-related excavation work. We rely on excavation teams to dig the trenches and holes that allow our plumbers to repair and replace pipes. Roto-Rooter employs individuals to operate our backhoes and mini excavators on job sites. These excavator operators are at the heart of excavation crews that also consists of excavation general laborers.
What does it take?
- A Valid driver’s license. Class A or B CDL is a plus.
- Ability to work with basic digging tools like shovels.
- Enough strength, stamina, and agility to work safely on a job site.
- Ability to operate backhoes and excavation equipment is a plus.
What does an excavation technician do?
- A Roto-Rooter excavation team member is part of a crew that excavates underground pipes so a plumber can make repairs.
Will you need prior experience or will Roto-Rooter train me?
- We will train individuals for excavation positions, but we do give hiring preference to those with prior experience. That prior experience doesn’t have to be plumbing-related, this job is a great fit for excavation experience in quarries, utilities, fiber optics, etc.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $14.00 - $22.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Weekends as needed
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
Work Location: In person
Salary : $14 - $22
