Excavation Laborer

Roto-Rooter; Town of West Seneca (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Vacation

Matching 401K Retirement Savings Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Profit Sharing

Job summary

Roto-Rooter in West Seneca, NY is seeking an experienced Excavation Technician to perform vital sewer and water service repairs. The ideal candidate will have 3 years of excavation experience and be skilled in operating excavation machinery while adhering to safety protocols.

This role requires timely job site arrivals and effective communication with customers. Competitive medical and dental benefits, as well as a 401K plan and paid training, are offered.

Qualifications

• 3 years of excavation experience in residential and commercial settings.
• Valid driver's license; CDL may be required.
• Proficiency in navigating confined spaces and trench operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform excavation tasks for sewer and water services.
• Adhere to safety protocols and interact with customers.
• Operate various excavation machinery effectively.

Skills

Excavation experience

Safety adherence to OSHA

Driving and operating service vehicle

Operating excavating machinery

Job description

Overview

Experienced Excavation Technician/Laborer

We have an excellent opportunity for an experienced Excavation Technician for sewer & water services repairs/replacements at our Buffalo branch, located in West Seneca, NY. 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. The ideal candidate will have 3 years of excavation experience. The average yearly earning for this position is $80,000-$100,000.

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
• 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

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.
• 3 years of excavation experience.

Benefits

• 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.

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.