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Roto-Rooter Services Company

Excavator Operator

Bristol, PA · On-site

$22 - $29/hr

Overview Excavator Operator If job security, top pay, excellent benefits, and career advancement ... Operates back-hoe, mini-excavator, skid steers, and/or other excavation machinery equipped with ...

Roto-Rooter Services Company

Excavator Operator

Bristol, PA · On-site

$22 - $29/hr

Overview Excavator Operator If job security, top pay, excellent benefits, and career advancement ... Operates back-hoe, mini-excavator, skid steers, and/or other excavation machinery equipped with ...

Roto-Rooter

Excavator Operator

Bristol, PA · On-site

$22 - $29/hr

Overview Excavator Operator If job security, top pay, excellent benefits, and career advancement ... Operates back-hoe, mini-excavator, skid steers, and/or other excavation machinery equipped with ...

Sila

CDL Driver/ Equipment Operator

Lansdowne, PA · On-site

... transport earth-moving machinery. * Operate excavators, skid steers, loaders, and other ... Minimum of 5 years' experience operating excavators ; proficiency with additional equipment like ...

Catholic Diocese of Wilmington

Backhoe Operator

Wilmington, DE · On-site

$45K - $59K/yr

The Backhoe Operator acts as a team leader in all excavation and interment set up operations. The ... High school diploma or equivalent and one year of experience in general heavy machinery operation ...

Allan Myers

Fine Grade Dozer Operator

West Chester, PA · On-site

... machine control experience preferred. This role is critical to ensuring precision grading and site ... Work on mass excavation, mainline pipe installation, processed water projects, and general site ...

Allan Myers, Inc

Fine Grade Dozer Operator

Paoli, PA · On-site

Experience in site grading, mass excavation, mainline pipe installation, or processed water ... Ability to perform fine grading with or without GPS-assisted machine control. * Strong knowledge of ...

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How much do machine operator excavator jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for machine operator excavator in Philadelphia, PA is $26.40, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.83 and $28.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

Excavator Operator

Bristol, PA • On-site

Roto-Rooter Services Company
Construction • 1 - 5K employees
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$22 - $29/hr

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Roto-Rooter rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

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Job description

Overview
Excavator Operator
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.
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 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.
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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