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Weekend Mini Excavator Operator Jobs in California

Roto-Rooter

Excavator Operator

Livermore, CA · On-site

$17 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Operates back-hoe, mini-excavator, skid steers, and/or other excavation machinery equipped with ... Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, as required for the role.

Roto-Rooter Services Company

Excavator Operator

Livermore, CA · On-site

$17 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Operates back-hoe, mini-excavator, skid steers, and/or other excavation machinery equipped with ... Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, as required for the role.

Roto-Rooter Services Company

Excavator Operator

Livermore, CA · On-site

$17 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Operates back-hoe, mini-excavator, skid steers, and/or other excavation machinery equipped with ... Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, as required for the role.

Roto-Rooter Services Company

Excavator Operator

Livermore, CA · On-site

$17 - $24/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Operates back-hoe, mini-excavator, skid steers, and/or other excavation machinery equipped with ... Ability to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, as required for the role.

Tesla

Excavator Operator, Commercial Self Perform

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$20.32 - $59.52/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Validdriver's license required, flexibility to work on weekends and/or overtime along with overnight stay to support Tesla's critical mission * Proven experience as an Excavator Operator or in a ...

Tesla

Excavator Operator, Commercial Self Perform

Burbank, CA · On-site

$19.30 - $56.54/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Validdriver's license required, flexibility to work on weekends and/or overtime along with overnight stay to support Tesla's critical mission * Proven experience as an Excavator Operator or in a ...

Roto-Rooter Services Company

Excavation Laborer

Alhambra, CA

$60K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Operates back-hoe, mini-excavator, skid steers, and/or other excavation machinery equipped with ... Be willing to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, to meet the demands of the ...

Roto-Rooter Services Company

Excavation Laborer

Alhambra, CA · On-site

$60K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Operates back-hoe, mini-excavator, skid steers, and/or other excavation machinery equipped with ... Be willing to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, to meet the demands of the ...

Roto-Rooter Services Company

Excavation Laborer

Alhambra, CA · On-site

$60K - $80K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Operates back-hoe, mini-excavator, skid steers, and/or other excavation machinery equipped with ... Be willing to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, to meet the demands of the ...

Roto-Rooter Services Company

Excavation Laborer

Corona, CA · On-site

$17.81/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Operates back-hoe, mini-excavator, skid steers, and/or other excavation machinery equipped with ... Be willing to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, to meet the demands of the ...

Roto-Rooter Services Company

Excavation Laborer

Corona, CA

$17.81/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Operates back-hoe, mini-excavator, skid steers, and/or other excavation machinery equipped with ... Be willing to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, to meet the demands of the ...

Roto-Rooter Services Company

Excavation Laborer

Corona, CA

$17.81/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Operates back-hoe, mini-excavator, skid steers, and/or other excavation machinery equipped with ... Be willing to work a flexible schedule, including nights and weekends, to meet the demands of the ...

HC Assetco LLC

Mini-Bar Attendant

Santa Barbara, CA

$20.35/hr

Follows all required safety and standard operating procedures. * Ensure rotation of all mini-bar ... Flexible schedule, able to work mornings, nights, holidays, and weekends. QUALIFICATION: Ability to ...

Hotel Californian

Mini-Bar Attendant

Santa Barbara, CA · On-site

$20.35/hr

Follows all required safety and standard operating procedures. * Ensure rotation of all mini-bar ... Flexible schedule, able to work mornings, nights, holidays, and weekends. QUALIFICATION: Ability to ...

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What is the difference between Weekend Mini Excavator Operator vs Weekend Bobcat Operator?

AspectWeekend Mini Excavator OperatorWeekend Bobcat Operator
CertificationsOperating certifications for mini excavatorsOperating certifications for Bobcat equipment
Work EnvironmentConstruction sites, landscaping projectsConstruction sites, landscaping, utility work
Industry UsageHeavy equipment operation in constructionHeavy equipment operation in construction and landscaping

Both roles involve operating compact construction equipment during weekends, often requiring similar certifications. The main difference lies in the equipment operated: mini excavators versus Bobcat loaders. While both are used in construction and landscaping, the specific machinery and tasks may vary slightly, but the skills and certifications are largely transferable.

What jobs can I do with a weekend mini excavator operator?

A weekend mini excavator operator can work on small-scale construction projects, landscaping, property maintenance, and utility installations. These roles often require knowledge of operating compact equipment, safety protocols, and sometimes certification, making them suitable for part-time or weekend work in residential or light commercial settings.

Where do weekend mini excavator operators make the most money?

Weekend mini excavator operators tend to earn higher wages in regions with a strong construction industry and higher living costs, such as urban areas or regions experiencing active development. Pay rates are also influenced by experience, certifications, and the complexity of projects, with specialized or hazardous environment work often paying more.

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Excavator Operator

Roto-Rooter

Livermore, CA • On-site

$17 - $24/hr

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Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 18 days ago

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Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

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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 at our East Bay branch, located in Livermore, CA.  The average earnings for this position are between $75,000-$100,000, depending on experience. 

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.

Service technicians are paid an hourly rate of $17.00 to $24.00 during training. After training, they are paid an hourly rate at or above the minimum wage for all hours worked. The hourly pay rate may vary, depending on whether the pay is for base pay paid at the employee’s base hourly rate (minimum wage), or administrative pay for administrative hours worked (between minimum wage and $77.92) . Service technicians also have the potential to earn commissions at the rate of 16-22% of revenue depending on the revenue category.  Commissions ranging from $10 to $139 can also be earned for selling products and treatments.

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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