Sewer Installer - Plumbing

Sila Services•King of Prussia, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, and Electric is hiring an Underground Utility Technician in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania, to install and repair residential sewer laterals and water service lines using traditional trenching and trenchless methods. The role involves hands-on fieldwork with specialized equipment and techniques, with an emphasis on safety, quality execution, and completing work correctly. It offers training and opportunities to grow into crew leadership, equipment operation, or plumbing roles. The technician works with crew leaders, plumbers, equipment operators, and office staff to complete underground repairs while protecting customers’ homes and property. Successful performance includes completing durable repairs, keeping jobsites efficient and organized, and communicating clearly with the crew. The posting describes the employer as Sila Heating, Cooling, Plumbing, and Electric and also refers to Delco Storm & Sewer. Compensation is $22–$35 per hour.

Requirements

Previous underground utility, sewer, water service, excavation, plumbing, or construction experience is preferred.
Strong mechanical ability and comfort working with tools and equipment.
Ability to read basic measurements, follow grades, and understand jobsite layouts.
Commitment to safe work practices and proper trench protection.
Dependable attendance, strong work ethic, and attention to detail.
Ability to follow direction and work effectively as part of a crew.
Professional communication and respect for customers and their property.
Ability to perform demanding physical work in varying weather and site conditions.
Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.

Nice To Haves

Experience with sewer laterals, water services, trenching, or trenchless repair methods.
CDL, equipment operation experience, or plumbing knowledge.

Responsibilities

Install, repair, and replace residential sewer laterals and water service lines.
Perform work using open-trench and trenchless repair methods.
Excavate, expose, and prepare underground piping for repair or replacement.
Assist with pipe bursting, lining, boring, and other trenchless applications.
Install sewer, water, drainage, and related underground piping.
Identify utility conflicts, site conditions, and access concerns before work begins.
Safely operate excavation, compaction, cutting, pumping, and trenchless equipment.
Set grades, make pipe connections, test completed systems, and confirm proper operation.
Restore excavated areas through backfilling, compaction, and site cleanup.
Protect customer property and maintain a clean, organized, professional jobsite.
Follow trench safety, confined-space, utility-marking, and personal protective equipment requirements.
Maintain assigned tools, equipment, materials, and vehicle inventory.
Promptly communicate job progress, material needs, and unexpected field conditions.
Work closely with crew leaders, plumbers, equipment operators, and office staff.
Participate in required safety meetings, technical training, and company meetings.