Excavator Operator

About the role

Roto-Rooter is North America's largest plumbing, drain cleaning, and water cleanup services provider, operating in over 100 company-owned branches, independent contractor territories, and approximately 400 independent franchise operations, serving approximately 90% of the U.S. population and parts of Canada. We pride ourselves on being a great place to work, providing excellent pay, flexible work schedules and top benefits. We are growing and have an excellent opportunity for a Skilled Heavy Equipment Operator, especially backhoe and/mini excavator for sewer & water service repairs/replacements.

Responsibilities

• Operates back-hoe, mini-excavator, skid steers, and/or other excavation machinery equipped with scoops, shovels, or buckets to excavate and load loose materials on residential and commercial job sites
• Load, unload and secure equipment on transport trailers according to guidelines
• Follow OSHA and Roto-Rooter safety procedures
• Work collaboratively with a crew to efficiently complete excavation work on various projects
• Interact with customers as needed, providing excellent customer service and addressing their requirements professionally
• Maintain excavation equipment and gather all necessary equipment from the branch and/or rental companies to ensure smooth operations during excavation tasks
• Perform excavation work in confined spaces and open trenches, adhering to safety protocols and guidelines
• Locate and arrive at job sites promptly, ensuring safe driving and operation of service vehicles between locations

Requirements

• Essential requirement: Construction experience in both residential and commercial projects
• Mandatory requirement: Possession of a current CDL Class A license for this position
• Trenchless water, sewer & gas experience is a plus
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, as required for the role
• Complete jobs within specified timelines

Benefits

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

Pay

The average yearly pay range for this position is between $75,000-$95,000.

Schedule

Flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, as required for the role.