Septic Installer

American Rooter & Drain • Caldwell, ID

5d • Onsite

About The Position

American Septic, a division of American Rooter & Drain, is experiencing rapid growth and is seeking an experienced septic installer to manage jobs from start to finish. The company serves the Treasure Valley and Eastern Oregon, and has a high volume of work. This role offers autonomy, direct interaction with clients and inspectors, and the opportunity to make on-site decisions. The installer will be responsible for installing complete septic systems, including tanks, drainfields, pump stations, D-boxes, and sewer laterals. They will operate heavy machinery like excavators, skid steers, and trenchers on residential sites, accurately set grade according to plans and permits, and perform repairs and replacements of failed systems. Coordination with the health district for inspections and ensuring customer satisfaction with site restoration are also key responsibilities. The installer will also supervise a helper to maintain project momentum.

Requirements

• 2+ years installing septic systems (hands-on, not just watching)
• Solid excavator and skid steer operation in tight residential spaces
• Ability to read site plans and set grade on your own
• Valid driver's license and a clean enough record to drive our trucks
• Willingness to work outside year-round and start early
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen

Nice To Haves

• Current Idaho health district installer license or Oregon DEQ license
• Class A or B CDL
• Pressure-distribution or mound system experience
• Pump, float, and control panel experience
• OSHA 10/30 or trench competent-person training

Responsibilities

• Install complete septic systems - tanks, drainfields, pump stations, D-boxes, and sewer laterals
• Run the excavator, skid steer, and trencher on residential sites
• Set grade off plans and permits, and get it right the first time
• Repair and replace failed systems: saturated fields, collapsed lines, bad tanks and baffles
• Coordinate with the health district and be ready when the inspector shows up
• Restore the site so the customer is happy with how you left it
• Direct a helper and keep the job moving

Benefits

• $25–$35 per hour depending on experience and licensing, plus overtime
• Year-round work - we don't lay off in the winter
• Medical, dental, vision
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Company truck, tools, uniforms, and PPE - you don't buy your own equipment
• We pay for your licensing, certifications, and CDL upgrade
• Real advancement - we're growing the septic division and building crew leads out of it

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed