What are the responsibilities and job description for the CDL Septic Installer / Backhoe Operator position at Red Dirt Septic?
CDL Septic Installer / Backhoe Operator – Steady Work, Local Projects, Great Pay
Red Dirt Septic – Choctaw, OK
$22/hour and up depending on experience
Are you an experienced equipment operator with a CDL looking for a stable, hands-on role in the Oklahoma City metro area? Red Dirt Septic is hiring a CDL Septic Installer / Backhoe Operator to install septic systems for residential and commercial properties. You’ll transport and operate equipment, dig for system installation, and work as part of a trusted team—all while staying local and getting home every night.
Why Join Us?
- Great Pay: Starting at $22/hour and up based on experience
- Full Benefits: Health insurance after 60 days and 6 paid holidays per year
- Home Nightly: All jobs are local—no overnights required
- Team Environment: Work with a crew that values quality, safety, and reliability
- Trusted Company: Red Dirt Septic is a leader in Oklahoma’s wastewater industry
What You’ll Do
As a Septic Installer / Backhoe Operator, you’ll:
- Perform daily pre-trip inspections on truck and equipment
- Transport equipment and materials to job sites and secure loads safely
- Excavate using backhoes or track loaders for system installations
- Assist the crew in completing system installations to code and on schedule
- Maintain tools and equipment in clean, working condition
- Record job details accurately and communicate regularly with the office and customers
- Follow all safety and DOT guidelines, this is a safety-sensitive position
What You Bring
You’re a fit for this role if you have:
- A high school diploma or equivalent
- A valid CDL with no restrictions
- 3–5 years of heavy equipment operating experience
- Ability to perform physical work including lifting, digging, and working in outdoor conditions
- A clean driving record (MVR required)
- Availability for occasional evening and weekend work
- Ability to pass a background check and drug screening (per DOT and company policy)
Working Conditions
- Schedule: 1st shift, with overtime and weekend hours as needed
- Environment: Outdoor work around heavy machinery, exposed to heat, rain, and humidity
- Reliability: Regular attendance and punctuality are essential to job success
Red Dirt Septic is an equal opportunity employer and proudly encourages veterans to apply. If you’re ready to build systems that keep Oklahoma running—and join a crew that respects your craft—apply today and grow with Red Dirt Septic!