Excavation Laborer

Roto-Rooter Plumbing and Drain Service; Tualatin (OR); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Prescription Drug Card

Accident and Critical IllnessInsurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid Vacation

Paid Training

Life Insurance

Matching 401K Retirement Savings Plan

Tuition Reimbursement

Profit Sharing

Job summary

Roto-Rooter Plumbing and Drain Service in Oregon seeks an Excavation Technician/Laborer to perform residential and commercial excavations for plumbing repairs and replacements. The role focuses on safe, efficient site work, trenching, and pipe installations.

Responsibilities include operating heavy excavation equipment, working in confined spaces, and ensuring jobs are completed on schedule. A valid driver’s license is required, with CDL possible for certain vehicles. Benefits are available.

Qualifications

• Hands-on excavation experience in residential and commercial settings.
• Valid driver's license; CDL may be required depending on vehicle.
• Proficiency navigating excavation environments including confined spaces and trenches.
• Ability to complete jobs within specified timelines.
• Current CDL or ability to obtain within 90 days for the vehicle driven.
• Experience with trenchless water, sewer, and gas is a plus.
• Willing to work nights and weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Prioritize safety by following OSHA and company protocols.
• Interact with customers as needed.
• Perform excavation tasks followed by pipe repairs or installations.
• Operate back-hoe, mini-excavator, skid steers or similar equipment.
• Work in confined spaces and open trenches.
• Locate and arrive at job sites promptly and operate service vehicles between sites.

Skills

Excavation experience

CDL

Trenchless work

Flexible schedule

Driver's license

Job description

Excavation Technician/Laborer

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!

Overview

We have an excellent opportunity for an Excavation Technician for 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.

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.

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.