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Excavator Operator

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$21.75 - $28.75/hr

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 ...

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As of Jul 16, 2026, the average hourly pay for a roto rooter in the United States is $14.90, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.42 and $15.38 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between A Roto Rooter vs Plumber?

AspectA Roto RooterPlumber
CredentialsState licenses, plumbing certificationsState licenses, plumbing certifications
Work EnvironmentResidential, commercial, emergency repairsResidential, commercial, emergency repairs
Industry UsageService company specializing in drain and pipe cleaningGeneral trade for installing and repairing plumbing systems

Both A Roto Rooter and plumbers require similar credentials and work in comparable environments. A Roto Rooter is a service company focusing on drain cleaning and pipe repair, while plumbers often handle a broader range of plumbing installations and repairs. Customers may choose based on specific needs, but both roles are integral to plumbing services.

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Infographic showing various A Roto Rooter job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 73% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $31,000 per year, or $14.9 per hour.
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Roto-Rooter Services Company

Newark, DE

$85K - $95K/yr

Contractor

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 24 days ago

Roto-Rooter rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 72 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

159th of 238 rated repair and maintenance companies

Job description

Apprentice Plumber

Founded in 1935, Roto-Rooter is North America's largest plumbing, drain cleaning, and water cleanup services provider. Roto-Rooter operates businesses 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.

If you are looking for job security, career growth, competitive compensation, flexible schedules, and comprehensive benefits with a reputable national plumbing service provider, Roto-Rooter offers a rewarding opportunity.

First year Roto-Rooter service technicians can expect top-pay, earning $55,000, on average. Pay increases quickly with each year of experience with our most experienced technicians earning between $85,000-$95,000 yearly while working 40 hours a week.

Roto-Rooter provides an initial 12 weeks of paid training plus continual training in our plumbing school. You’ll earn while you learn the trade, and we’ll guide you through the plumber licensing process to help you advance.


  • Roto-Rooter plumbing apprentices/service technicians utilize their skills to provide effective solutions for plumbing and drain issues, ensuring customer satisfaction.
  • A plumbing service call starts with diagnosing issues and offering cost estimates to finalize the transaction.
  • Make the necessary repairs for the customer.
  • Document estimates and invoices, both in writing and on a provided smart phone.
  • Collect payment and move on to the next service call.

Skills and Requirements:

  • A valid driver’s license.
  • Effective communication skills.
  • A mechanical aptitude and solid problem-solving skills are desirable, but prior experience is not necessary.

At Roto-Rooter, we believe our most significant investment is in our employees.  We prioritize the health and well-being of our team and their families. That’s why 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

Roto-Rooter offers excellent career paths for military veterans and personnel transitioning to civilian professions. Throughout nearly 100 years in business, we've found that military training and structure are an excellent fit for our company.


We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, age, national origin, veteran status, military status, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.


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