Excavation Laborer

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup; Kansas City (KS); On-site; USD 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled backhoe or mini-excavator operator to join their dynamic team. This role involves performing essential sewer and water service repairs while ensuring compliance with safety protocols. The company values its employees and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical insurance, paid vacation, and retirement plans. With nearly a century of service excellence, this opportunity is perfect for those looking to advance their careers in a supportive environment. Join a team that prioritizes your well-being and professional growth while making a significant impact in the community.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Training

Life Insurance

Matching 401K Retirement Savings Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Profit Sharing

Qualifications

• Experience in residential and commercial construction is required.
• Must be able to work flexible hours including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Follow safety procedures and interact with customers as needed.
• Perform manual labor and operate equipment in open trenches.

Skills

Construction experience

Ability to work in confined spaces

Equipment operation

Customer interaction

Education

Current CDL or ability to obtain

Tools

Backhoe

Mini-excavator

Job description

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 services, is the name that homeowners and businesses turn to for select quality services. We are proud of our nearly 100-year history of success, but it’s our future that has us so excited!

We have an excellent opportunity for a skilled backhoe or mini-excavator operator for sewer & water services repairs/replacements.

Responsibilities

• Follow OSHA and Roto-Rooter safety procedures
• Interact with customers as needed
• Perform manual labor in an open excavation
• Operate and maintain equipment
• Work in confined spaces and open trenches

Requirements

• Construction experience in both residential and commercial
• Able to work in confined spaces and open trenches
• Complete jobs within specified timelines
• Current CDL or ability to obtain within 90 days
• Trenchless water, sewer & gas experience a plus
• Work a flexible schedule that may include nights and weekends

Benefits

At Roto-Rooter, we believe our greatest investment is in our employees. We prioritize the health and well-being of our team and their families. That’s why we offer an extensive employee benefit package including:

• 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. Throughout our 86 years in business, we've found that military training and structure are a great fit at our company.

EEO Statement

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.