Underground Plumbing

Position Summary

This position is responsible for locating, repairing, replacing, and installing underground residential plumbing and drainage systems. Work includes sewer and water line repair, pipe bursting, trenchless replacement, excavation, and site restoration. The ideal candidate brings hands-on excavation and pipework experience and understands how to execute quality residential service without homeowner disruption. No plumbing license is required—skill, integrity, and competence are.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Residential Underground Plumbing Service

• Diagnose damaged water and sewer lines using cameras and locating equipment
• Perform pipe bursting, trenchless line replacement, spot repairs, and full line replacements
• Install, repair, and connect residential sewer, storm, and domestic water piping
• Safely expose utilities, locate service lines, and confirm routing before excavation
• Conduct testing of lines to ensure proper operation and compliance with residential standards

Excavation & Site Work

• Operate hand tools and small-to-medium excavation equipment to trench and expose lines
• Set and grade pipe to proper slope to ensure flow and long-term system integrity
• Restore yards, driveways, and landscaping post-install to minimize customer impact
• Maintain a clean job site and professional communication with homeowners

Safety & Compliance

• Follow Washington L&I, OSHA, and local municipal rules for trenches, utilities, and excavation
• Use proper shoring, spoils placement, and traffic control procedures
• Identify underground hazards and stop work when unsafe conditions exist

Skills & Competencies Required

• Strong working knowledge of residential underground utilities, sewer line installation, and water service repair
• Experience with pipe bursting and trenchless methods is a major advantage
• Ability to read basic site plans, locate lines, and understand residential utility layouts
• Mechanical aptitude and field problem-solving—no guesswork
• Professional, calm communication with homeowners and teammates
• Dependable, self-directed, and accountable for quality and timeliness

Physical Requirements

• Lift 75 pounds regularly and work in trenches, confined spaces, and uneven terrain
• Ability to kneel, dig, bend, operate machinery, and work outdoors year-round

Licenses, Certifications & Qualifications

Required:

• Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record
• Residential underground plumbing/utility experience (minimum 1–3 years)

Preferred (Not Required):

• Experience with excavators, skid-steers, or similar equipment
• Confined Space Entry, First Aid/CPR, or OSHA-10

No Washington State plumbing license is required for this role.

Work Environment & Culture

We serve homeowners who expect honest communication, respectful crews, and work done correctly the first time. We honor traditional craftsmanship, value reliability, and do not cut corners. If you take pride in a job well done and understand residential service work demands professionalism, you’ll fit well here.

Compensation & Growth

• Competitive hourly wage based on experience
• Overtime opportunities when workload demands
• Advancement available for those who demonstrate reliability, ownership, and skill

What we offer

• Complete autonomy - we appreciate you putting your trust in us as your employer; we trust you too, and will treat you as the true professional you are
• Employer-paid Medical / Dental / Vision / Life Insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Excellent pay commensurate with experience
• A company full of incredible and very good people – a company that will take care of you
• We offer a steady and reliable workload with uncompromised work-life balance.

Salary : $30 - $45