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Great Escape Parks

Electrician

Queensbury, NY · On-site

$25 - $29/hr

Work assignments will include ditch digging, trouble shooting, shop and area clean up, driving company vehicles and equipment,Participate in emergency procedures regarding flooding, wind storms ...

Great Escape Parks

Electrician

Queensbury, NY · On-site

$22 - $30/hr

Work assignments will include ditch digging, trouble shooting, shop and area clean up, driving company vehicles and equipment,Participate in emergency procedures regarding flooding, wind storms ...

City of Clemson, SC

Utility Technician

Clemson, SC · On-site

$39K - $43K/yr

... ditch digging, manhole and line cleaning, main and pipe repair, and backfilling. • Is required to fill in other positions in the department. • Reports unsafe conditions or defects in equipment ...

City of Paragould, AR

Street Department Laborer

Paragould, AR · On-site

$15.25 - $18.50/hr

Performs required labor involved in construction and maintenance projects as part of a crew, including pavement cutting, ditch digging, building catch basins, mowing, trimming trees, etc. * Operates ...

City of La Vergne

Sewer - Laborer II

La Vergne, TN · On-site

$16.75 - $21.50/hr

Pavement cutting, ditch digging, manhole and line cleaning, main and pipe repair, laying, and backfilling. Cuts, fits, lays, repairs, taps, cleans, and flushes storm water mains, pipes, gates, and ...

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How much do ditch digging jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for ditch digging in the United States is $17.63, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.38 and $19.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is ditch digging?

A ditch digging job involves manually or mechanically excavating trenches for various purposes, such as drainage, utility installation, or construction projects. Workers use tools like shovels, pickaxes, or machinery to dig, shape, and clear ditches according to project specifications. The job requires physical stamina, as it often involves heavy labor in outdoor conditions. Safety measures, such as wearing protective gear and following guidelines, are essential to prevent injuries. Experienced ditch diggers may also assist in grading or reinforcing trenches to ensure stability and proper functionality.

What skills and qualifications are needed for ditch digging?

To thrive in ditch digging, you need physical stamina, strength, familiarity with manual labor, and experience with basic hand tools like shovels and pickaxes. Knowledge of safety protocols, and sometimes operation of small machinery such as trenchers or backhoes, may also be required. Attention to detail, reliability, teamwork, and a strong work ethic are valuable soft skills in this physically demanding environment. These competencies help ensure tasks are completed safely, efficiently, and to the required specifications, minimizing risks and meeting project deadlines.

What challenges do ditch diggers face on the job?

Ditch digging often involves working outdoors in varying weather conditions and on different types of terrain, which can be physically demanding and requires constant awareness of safety hazards. You may encounter unexpected obstacles underground such as rocks, roots, or utility lines, requiring adaptability and problem-solving. Teamwork is essential, as you will often coordinate with other laborers, supervisors, and equipment operators to maintain steady progress and ensure job site safety. Maintaining a consistent pace while managing fatigue is important for both personal wellbeing and project efficiency.

How much does a ditch digger get paid?

Ditch diggers typically earn between $12 and $20 per hour, depending on experience, location, and union membership. The average annual salary ranges from approximately $25,000 to $40,000. Skills in operating excavation tools and physical endurance are important for this role.
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Infographic showing various Ditch Digging job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 95% Full Time, 3% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 1% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 7% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $36,665 per year, or $17.6 per hour.

Full Time Maintenance Technician

Show Low, AZ

City of Show Low
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$39K/yr

Full-time

Posted 25 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Inspects and repairs community infrastructure such as chlorine machines, pumping stations, reservoirs, meters, streets, drainage, and sewer systems.

  • Operates vehicles and equipment including mechanized brooms, jetters, backhoes, excavators, skid steers, and snowplows to perform maintenance and construction tasks.

  • Performs routine inspections, preventive maintenance, and responds to service complaints related to water, wastewater, and road systems.

Job description

Description The City is seeking a dedicated and motivated Maintenance Technician to join our team and help keep our community's essential infrastructure running smoothly. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates who are eager to grow their skills and advance in their career. The City provides a clear and supportive path to progress from Maintenance Technician to Maintenance Technician II at your own pace, offering all necessary training, hands-on experience, and professional development along the way.

If you're someone who enjoys working outdoors, solving problems, and contributing to the reliability and safety of public systems, we encourage you to apply. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Inspects and/or repairs chlorine machine, booster pumping stations, reservoirs, meters, streets, drainage systems and sewer systems at frequent intervals to ensure that all aspects of the systems are functioning properly. Maintains a variety of records relating to inspections, maintenance activity, water supply, consumption, etc Determines the locations of gas, telephone, power, television, water, and sewer lines from the appropriate sources prior to excavation Responds to complaints regarding water, wastewater, and road problems; evaluates situation; explains findings to supervisor.

Contacts residents and business owners in areas where services will be discontinued and explains when services will be shut off and how soon they will be turned back on. Performs routine inspection and preventive maintenance on assigned equipment/tools and refers defects or needed repairs to supervisor; cleans equipment. Operates light and medium-sized vehicles, construction, and power equipment, such as mechanized broom, jetter/inductor truck, backhoe/loader, excavators, skid steers, man-lift, dump truck and snowplows Operates jackhammers, mowers and other small equipment and tools to maintain street and utility systems Performs required labor involved in construction and maintenance projects as part of a crew, including but not limited to pavement cutting, ditch digging, manhole and line cleaning, main and pipe repair, laying and backfilling, installation, and maintenance of traffic control devices.

Performs all duties in strict compliance with appropriate safety and security standards. Ensures all applicable safety and health rules and regulations are followed. Demonstrates continuous effort to improve operations, decrease turnaround times and streamline work processes Participates in the accomplishment of organizational, departmental and workgroup goals and objectives.

Exhibits a high-level service orientation toward customers and maintains productive working relationships Performs other duties of a similar nature or level as assigned Special Requirements These requirements must be met to move into the Maintenance Technician series positions. Valid Arizona Drivers License and ability to obtain ability to obtain a Commercial Drivers License within six (6) months of employment. ATSSA or LTAP Flagger or Work zone current training or certified within 6 months of employment.

Streets, Water and Wastewater Employees Attainment of ADEQ operator grade 1 certification in area specified by department (i.e., Wastewater Treatment, Water Treatment, Wastewater Collection, Water Distribution) within twelve (12) months of employment.

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