Excavation Laborer

Roto-Rooter; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Accident and Critical Illness Coverage

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Training

Life Insurance

Matching 401K

Tuition Reimbursement

Profit Sharing

Job summary

Roto-Rooter is hiring an Excavation Technician in Schaumburg, IL to handle residential and commercial excavations, sewer and water service repairs and replacements. You will work with various excavation machines and must follow strict safety protocols.

The role offers strong pay potential, with opportunities to earn over $100,000 with experience and overtime. Applicants should be able to operate equipment and meet tight deadlines while maintaining quality workmanship.

Qualifications

• Hands-on excavation experience in residential and commercial settings.
• Must have a valid driver’s license; CDL may be required depending on vehicle.
• Proficiency in navigating confined spaces and trench operations.
• Complete jobs within specified timelines.
• Current CDL or ability to obtain within 90 days.
• Trenchless water, sewer & gas experience is a plus.
• Willing to work nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize safety by following OSHA and company protocols.
• Interact with customers as needed.
• Perform excavation tasks followed by pipe repairs or new installations.
• Operate back-hoe, mini-excavator, skid steers and other excavation equipment.
• Work in confined spaces and open trenches.
• Locate and travel to job sites and operate service vehicle safely.

Skills

Hands-on excavation experience

Safety-conscious

Customer interaction

Time management

Education

CDL (within 90 days)

Tools

Back-hoe

Mini-excavator

Skid steer

Job description

Overview

Excavation Manager

Roto-Rooter, America’s premier provider of plumbing and drain cleaning company is the name that homeowners and businesses turn to for select quality services. We are proud of our 90-year history of success, but it’s our future that has us so excited!

We have an excellent opportunity for anExcavation Technicianfor sewer & water services repairs/replacements. The primary role of the Excavation Technician is to perform residential and commercial excavations that resolve plumbing issues resulting from compromised or broken plumbing lines.

You can expect top-pay,earning $65,000-$80,000, on average. Pay increases quickly with each year of experience with some of our technicians earning over $100,000 yearly.

Responsibilities

• 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
• Operates 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
• Locates and arrives at job sites in a timely manner; safely drives and operates service vehicle between job sites

Requirements

• Hands-on experience in excavation projects for both residential and commercial construction settings is required.
• Must have a valid driver's license. Depending on the vehicle driven, a Commercial driver's license may be required.
• Demonstrate proficiency in navigating excavation environments, including confined spaces and trench operations, with efficiency and effectiveness.
• 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 a plus
• Be willing to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, to meet the demands of the position.

Benefits

At Roto-Rooter, we believe our most significant 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 nearly 100 years in business, we've found that military training and structure are an excellent fit for 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.