Position Summary

We are looking to employ a Heavy Equipment Operator for our Installation Technician position, which provides general septic system design and installation services according to local building codes and plans developed by the local health departments.

Installs septic systems and provides related services to customers in their homes and businesses and sells accessory services and products and service agreements.

Performs inspections for real estate transactions and evaluations of problematic septic systems. Utilizes customer service training to educate and assist customers in choosing service, products and finance options.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Operates excavator to dig trenches for installation of septic tanks and drain lines for sewage disposal system and sewer connections.
• Reads blueprints to determine location of septic tank and drainpipes.
• Operates excavator and / or skid steer to dig and refill trenches for septic tank and tile drainpipes and to transfer sand to provide drainage base for pipes.
• Lowers septic tank into excavation, using excavator as hoist.
• Directs workers engaged in spreading crushed rock and gravel, in laying tile drainpipe, and in connecting drainpipes to branch sewers.
• May verify levels of sand, base, and tile drainpipe, using surveyor's or carpenter's level.

Work Environment

• You are regularly exposed outside weather conditions, non-hazardous fumes and noise
• Must be comfortable working independently
• Interaction with customers

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must be able to work with inspectors, suppliers and associate technicians to get the job done correctly and in the best interest of our customers, while abiding by all codes.
• Must be able to draw simple septic diagrams and be able to read them.
• Ability to understand instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form.
• Ability to read and interpret documents including Company policies and procedures, safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, maps and road signs.
• Ability to speak, cooperate and communicate effectively with customers, co-workers and

management.

• Ability to work independently and manage pressure to meet deadlines.
• Basic computer literacy including email and internet skills.
• Ability to perform basic math functions.

Required Qualifications

• High school diploma, or equivalent is required.
• 3 years of operating heavy equipment is required.
• Previous experience installing septic systems preferred.
• Must have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record
• Ability to successfully pass DOT drug screen and medical certification
• Must be able to operate in a drug-free workplace
• Must be able to meet physical demands evaluation
• Prior septic install / repair experience is preferred
• CDL A preferred but not required

Company Offered Benefits

• CDL A tuition program
• Competitive starting hourly rates opportunity to earn overtime! Ask about our Step Program!!!
• Opportunity to earn a quarterly safety bonus!
• Company Paid Smith Systems Defensive Training
• Company Paid Med-Card Renewals
• Room for Growth!
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Employer paid life insurance
• Employee discount for services offered in your area!
• Matching 401K
• 6 paid holidays, 2 paid floating holidays and generous paid time off plan
• Company Paid Uniforms
• Annual Safety Boot Stipend

Wind River Environmental services and maintains a broad array of non-hazardous liquid waste systems, including grease traps, septic tanks and related waste systems.

Headquartered in Marlborough, MA we offer a full suite of services to business, residential and municipal customers throughout the East Coast.

Wind River Environmental is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Last updated : 2024-03-08