Underground Excavation Technician

Whipple-Service-Champions-Heating,-Cooling,-Plumbing-Electrical; West Valley City (UT); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) with match

PTO and Holidays

Life Insurance

Employee discount

Professional development opportunities

Much more!

Job summary

Whipple Service Champions is expanding our underground division and seeks experienced utility excavators who can safely expose, trench, and support repairs on buried service lines. You will operate mini‑excavators, backhoes, skid steers, and trenchers, and work with plumbing crews on underground projects.

Applicants should have 1+ year of utility excavation experience, a valid driver’s license, and the ability to work in trenches and outdoors in all weather conditions.

Qualifications

• 1+ year utility‑focused excavation experience.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work outdoors in all conditions.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn underground utility work.
• Ability to work in trenches and confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Underground utility excavation — Safely expose water, sewer, and drain lines using hand digging and equipment.
• Equipment operation — Run mini‑excavators, backhoes, skid steers, and trenchers for utility access.
• Trenching for utilities — Dig accurate, safe trenches for repair and replacement projects.
• Support plumbing crews — Assist with pipe replacement, spot repairs, and underground service work.
• Safety compliance — Follow trenching, shoring, confined‑space, and utility‑locate procedures.
• Maintain equipment, jobsite cleanliness, and documentation.
• Provide respectful, professional communication when interacting with homeowners.

Skills

Underground utility excavation

Precision digging

Heavy equipment operation

Trenches and confined spaces

Safe excavation practices

Plumbing/underground repair support

Utility locating knowledge

Strong work ethic

Tools

mini‑excavators

backhoes

skid steers

trenchers

Job description

Overview

About the Role

Whipple Service Champions is expanding our underground division and seeking experienced utility excavators who know how to safely expose, trench, and support repairs on water, sewer, and other buried service lines. If you’ve spent your time digging around live utilities, identifying line paths, and operating excavation equipment with precision, this role is built for you.

Whats in it for you:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with match
• PTO and Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Employee discount
• Professional development opportunities
• Much more!

Underground Excavation Technician Duties:

• Utility excavation — Safely expose water, sewer, and drain lines using hand digging and equipment
• Equipment operation — Run mini‑excavators, backhoes, skid steers, and trenchers for utility access
• Trenching for utilities — Dig accurate, safe trenches for repair and replacement projects
• Support plumbing crews — Assist with pipe replacement, spot repairs, and underground service work
• Safety compliance — Follow trenching, shoring, confined‑space, and utility‑locate procedures
• Maintain equipment, jobsite cleanliness, and documentation
• Provide respectful, professional communication when interacting with homeowners

What We’re Looking For

• Underground utility excavation experience — Water, sewer, drainage, or service‑line exposure
• Precision digging around live utilities
• Heavy equipment operation — mini‑excavators, backhoes, skid steers
• Ability to work in trenches, confined spaces, and all weather conditions
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Strong work ethic and commitment to safe utility excavation practice
• Prior experience supporting plumbing or underground repair crews
• Knowledge of utility locating, shoring, and trench safety standards

Requirements:

• 1+ year utility‑focused excavation experience

• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work outdoors in all conditions

• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record

• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn underground utility work

• Ability to work in trenches and confined spaces

Whipple Service Champions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.

Posted Min Pay Rate

USD $20.00/Hr.

Posted Max Pay Rate

USD $30.00/Hr.