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Roto-Rooter

Excavator Operator

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

$21.75 - $28.75/hr

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 ...

Roto-Rooter

Excavator Operator

Farmingdale, NY · On-site

$75K - $100K/yr

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Roto-Rooter

Excavator Operator

Centennial, CO · On-site

$85K - $103K/yr

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Roto-Rooter Services Company

Excavator Operator

NJ · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

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Roto-Rooter

Excavator Operator

Ocean View, NJ · On-site

$50K - $60K/yr

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 ...

Roto-Rooter

Excavator Operator

Livermore, CA · On-site

$17 - $24/hr

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 ...

Roto-Rooter

Excavator Operator

West Seneca, NY · On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

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 ...

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As of Jul 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for excavator rental in the United States is $26.16, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.63 and $28.61 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Excavator Rental vs Backhoe Loader Rental?

FeatureExcavator RentalBackhoe Loader Rental
Primary UseHeavy digging, trenching, demolitionLight excavation, loading, material handling
Size & MobilityLarger, less mobileSmaller, highly mobile
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, large-scale projectsResidential, small-scale projects
Required CertificationsOperator license, safety trainingOperator license, safety training

Excavator rentals are ideal for large-scale, heavy-duty tasks requiring significant digging power, while backhoe loader rentals are better suited for smaller projects needing versatility and mobility. Both require operator certifications and are commonly used in construction and landscaping industries.

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Excavator Operator

Excavator Operator

Roto-Rooter Services Company

West Seneca, NY • On-site

$80K - $100K/yr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 2 days ago

Roto-Rooter rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 71 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

155th of 223 rated repair and maintenance companies

Job description

Overview

Excavator Operator

 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 job security, top pay, excellent benefits, and career advancement representing a well-known national brand are what you're looking for, Roto-Rooter is the company for you. 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 for our Buffalo, NY branch located in West Seneca, New York. 

The average yearly earnings for this position is between $80,000-$100,000. 

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

At Roto-Rooter we believe our greatest 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 our 86 years in business, we've found that military training and structure are a great fit at our company.

EEO Statement

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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