Install Helper

American Rooter & Drain; Caldwell (ID); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

American Rooter & Drain is hiring an Install Helper to support underground and plumbing install projects. You'll work under the Underground Lead, assisting with trenching, site prep, backfill, and cleanup while learning to operate equipment and grow into a lead role.

This hands-on role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and punctuality, with mentorship from experienced technicians and opportunities to gain practical skills on real jobs.

Qualifications

• Must be 18+ years old.
• Valid Idaho driver’s license.
• Ability to follow safety rules and work orders.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality.
• Willingness to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to pass pre-employment background check and drug screening.
• Background in hard labor, the trades, construction, or similar physically demanding work preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintain clean, safe, and organized job sites.
• Assist with trenching, site prep, backfill, and cleanup under supervision.
• Collaborate with the team to complete work on schedule.
• Support the Underground Lead with trenching, tunneling, and site prep for underground plumbing and drain work.
• Dig, shovel, and hand-excavate where machinery cannot safely reach.
• Set up trench safety systems and assist with utility locate markings.
• Assist with pipe handling, bedding material placement, and backfill/compaction.
• Act as a spotter and signal person when machinery is operating.
• Do pre- and post-use checks and basic upkeep of tools and equipment.
• Load, unload, and organize tools, materials, and equipment.
• Restore the site after work, including cleanup and debris removal.
• Communicate respectfully and professionally with customers, technicians, and coworkers.
• Continue developing skills through hands-on training and mentorship.

Skills

Safety awareness

Team collaboration

Follow instructions

Punctuality

Valid driver’s license

Job description

About the Role

American Rooter & Drain is hiring an Install Helper to support our team with underground and plumbing install projects. You'll work under the direction of an Underground Lead, helping with trenching, site prep, backfill, and cleanup while learning the skills to grow into equipment operation and, eventually, a lead position. No excavation experience is required, just a strong work ethic and a willingness to learn.

Schedule

Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

What You'll Do

• Maintain clean, safe, and organized job sites.
• Complete work according to company standards and safety guidelines.
• Collaborate with the team to make sure jobs are completed correctly and on schedule.
• Support the Underground Lead with trenching, tunneling, and site prep for underground plumbing and drain work.
• Dig, shovel, and hand-excavate in areas where machinery can't safely reach, especially near buried utilities.
• Help set up trench safety systems such as shoring, trench boxes, barricades, and signage, and assist with utility locate markings.
• Assist with pipe handling, bedding material placement, and backfill and compaction.
• Act as a spotter and signal person when machinery is operating.
• Help with pre- and post-use checks and basic upkeep of tools and equipment (fluids, grease points, cleaning).
• Load, unload, and organize tools, materials, and equipment on the truck and at the site.
• Restore the site after the work is done, including cleanup, debris removal, and surface restoration.
• Communicate respectfully and professionally with customers, technicians, and coworkers.
• Continue developing technical and customer service skills through hands‑on training and mentorship from the Underground Lead.

What You'll Need

Required

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Valid Idaho driver's license and a reliable way to get to the shop or job sites.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions, including safety rules and work orders.
• Reliable attendance and punctuality, including the ability to work a consistent Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM schedule.
• Willingness to work in all weather conditions.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

Preferred

• Background in hard labor, the trades, construction, or similar physically demanding work.