Full-Time Sewer & Drain Excavation Operator — Precise & Team‑Oriented

Towncountryservices; Tonica (IL); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental plan

Vision plan

Disability insurance

PTO

Bonus structure

401(k) with company match

Growth opportunities

Company events

Uniforms

Job summary

Town & Country Services in Tonica, IL is seeking an experienced Sewer and Drain Excavation Operator for a full-time role. You will operate mini excavators, skid steers, and trenchers to expose underground lines, coordinating with sewer and plumbing technicians to ensure safe, efficient repairs.

This position offers competitive hourly pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth in a family-owned company that values craftsmanship and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Experience operating excavation equipment.
• Valid driver's license (CDL a plus).
• Ability to read utility locates, site layouts, and job instructions.
• Working knowledge of trench safety, shoring, and jobsite safety practices.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs. and work outdoors in varying conditions.
• Ability to perform physical labor as needed.
• Strong work ethic, dependability, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good communication and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, kneel, climb, and lift throughout the workday.
• Ability to safely enter and exit excavation equipment repeatedly.
• Comfortable working in trenches, uneven terrain, and active construction environments.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and operate mini excavators, skid steers, and trenchers to expose underground lines.
• Coordinate with sewer and plumbing technicians to ensure safe, efficient repairs.
• Perform trenching, backfilling, grading, and site restoration while maintaining clean work zones.
• Follow safety protocols and read job instructions and site layouts accurately.

Job description

Town & Country Services in Tonica, IL is seeking an experienced Sewer and Drain Excavation Operator for a full-time role. You will operate mini excavators, skid steers, and trenchers to expose underground lines, coordinating with sewer and plumbing technicians to ensure safe, efficient repairs.

This position offers competitive hourly pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for growth in a family-owned company that values craftsmanship and teamwork.