Sewer and Drain Excavation Operator
220 La Salle Street, Tonica, IL 61370, USA
About the role
Do you take pride in clean digs, safe trenches, and work you can stand behind? Town & Country Services in Tonica, IL is seeking an experienced Sewer and Drain Excavation Operator for a full-time role. If you're ready to be part of a team that values skill over shortcuts, apply now!
In this role, you'll inspect equipment before heading to job sites where precision is key. You'll operate mini excavators, skid steers, and trenchers to expose underground lines, collaborating closely with sewer and plumbing technicians to ensure safe, efficient repairs. Your responsibilities will include trenching, backfilling, grading, and site restoration, ensuring each jobsite is clean and compliant while maintaining clear communication with homeowners and teammates.
Responsibilities
- Inspect equipment before job sites
- Operate mini excavators, skid steers, and trenchers to expose underground lines
- Collaborate with sewer and plumbing technicians for safe, efficient repairs
- Perform trenching, backfilling, grading, and site restoration
- Ensure jobsite is clean and compliant
- Maintain clear communication with homeowners and teammates
Requirements
- 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
Qualifications
- Experience with sewer and drain excavation, residential service, sewer cameras, and concrete restoration preferred
- OSHA or safety training is a plus
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Dental
- Vision
- Short- and long-term disability
- PTO
- Bonus structure
- 401(k) with company match
- Growth opportunities
- Company parties
- Uniforms
Pay
$25‑$35 per hour + performance bonuses; starting hourly rate based on experience; estimated annual earnings $65k‑$75k.
Schedule
Full time, Monday through Friday, 7 AM to 4 PM.