Excavation Technician

RIVER CITY ENVIRONMENTAL INC.; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 60,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Job summary

River City Environmental Inc. is seeking an experienced Excavation / Utility Crew Member in Portland, OR. This hands-on role requires working with excavation and utility tasks, safety-focused, CDL preferred but not required. Competitive pay based on experience, with benefits.

You will assist with sewer and storm pipe installation, operate heavy equipment, and collaborate with a crew to complete projects on time while following site plans and safety procedures.

Qualifications

• Driver's license and a clean driving record.
• Real ID compliant within 90 days of hire.
• Proficient in heavy equipment operation.
• CDL preferred but not required.
• Septic installer license preferred.
• Underground utility excavation experience a plus.
• Able to lift 75+ lbs.
• Comfortable in confined spaces.
• Pass background check and drug screening.
• Willing to work overtime as needed.

Responsibilities

• Assist with excavation and site work
• Lay pipe for sewer, storm, and utility systems
• Work with laser levels and grades
• Perform structural fill and backfill operations
• Install and assist with sewer and storm pipe, basins, and manholes
• Assist with insulation of sewer and storm pipe as needed
• Follow safety procedures and job site plans
• Work as part of a crew to complete projects efficiently

Skills

Heavy equipment operation

Driver's license

Job description

• Location 5410 NE 109th Ave.,Portland, OR, 97220,United States
• Base Pay $30.00 - $38.00 / Hour
• Employee Type FT Non-Exempt
• Required Degree NONE

Description

Job Description

We are looking for an experienced Excavation / Utility Crew Member to join our team. This position is ideal for someone with hands-on excavation and utility experience who takes pride in quality work and job site safety. CDL is preferred but not required.

Requirements

What We’re Looking For:

• Driver's License as well as a clean and insurable driving record.
• License must be Real ID compliant within 90 days of hire.
• Proficient in heavy equipment operation
• CDL preferred (but not required)
• Septic installers license (preferred)
• Experience with underground utility excavation is a plus
• Physically able to lift 75+ lbs
• Comfortable working in confined spaces
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screening
• Willingness to work overtime as needed

Summary

Responsibilities

Assist with excavation and site work

Lay pipe for sewer, storm, and utility systems

Work with laser levels and grades

Perform structural fill and backfill operations

Install and assist with sewer and storm pipe, basins, and manholes

Assist with insulation of sewer and storm pipe as needed

Follow safety procedures and job site plans

Work as part of a crew to complete projects efficiently

Qualifications

Previous experience in excavation, utilities, or site work

Commercial and/or residential utility experience preferred

Ability to work outdoors in varying conditions

CDL preferred but not required

Reliable, hard-working, and team-oriented

What We Offer

Competitive pay based on experience

100% employer paid employee medical, dental, and vision