Underground Plumbing and Excavation Technician
- LaFayette, United States
Posted 27 days ago
About the role
Underground Plumbing and Excavation Technician
Location: Lafayette, LA
Job Type: Full-Time | Year-Round Employment
Annual Earnings:$65,000-$85,000, based on experience, overtime, and performance
Build Your Plumbing Career Above and Below Ground
Are you looking for an opportunity to expand your plumbing skills beyond basic service work? Join our growing team as an Underground Plumbing and Excavation Technician, where you'll gain hands-on experience with excavation, underground utilities, residential plumbing, and commercial plumbing projects.
This position is perfect for an apprentice or developing plumber who wants to become a well-rounded tradesperson. You'll work alongside experienced professionals, learning everything from sewer and water line replacements to residential service repairs, equipment operation, and underground utility installation.
If you're motivated to learn, enjoy working outdoors, and want a career with long-term advancement opportunities, we'd love to meet you.
Why Join Our Team?
Annual earning potential of $65,000-$85,000
Stable, full-time, year-round employment
Paid hands-on training across multiple areas of plumbing
Opportunity to develop residential, commercial, and underground plumbing skills
Clear advancement into senior plumbing and excavation positions
Modern equipment and well-maintained tools
Supportive team environment focused on safety and professional growth
Overtime opportunities available to increase your earnings
Benefits
Company pays 50% of employee health insurance premiums
Dental, vision, life, accident, critical illness, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance options
Up to 20 days of paid time off based on length of employment
401(k) with up to a 3.5% company match
Ongoing training and career development opportunities
What You'll Do
As an Underground Plumbing and Excavation Technician, you'll assist with a variety of residential and commercial plumbing projects while continuing to build your technical skills.
Responsibilities include:
Install and repair underground water and sewer lines
Perform excavation and trenching for plumbing system installations
Assist with sewer replacements, main line repairs, and underground utility work
Support residential and commercial plumbing service projects
Help diagnose plumbing issues and complete system repairs
Operate or assist with mini excavators, skid steers, trenchers, and other construction equipment
Follow OSHA safety standards and plumbing code requirements
Maintain clean, organized job sites and equipment
Work closely with experienced plumbers to develop your technical knowledge
What We're Looking For
We're seeking someone with a strong work ethic who enjoys hands-on work and wants to build a long-term career in the plumbing industry.
Qualified candidates should have:
Experience operating mini excavators (required)
Mechanical aptitude or previous experience in plumbing, excavation, underground utilities, construction, or related trades
A valid driver's license with an insurable driving record
Ability to perform physically demanding work, including digging, lifting, trench work, and working outdoors in various weather conditions
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Dependability, professionalism, and a willingness to learn new skills
Grow With Us
This is more than an excavation position-it's an opportunity to build a career with exposure to every aspect of the plumbing trade. You'll receive hands-on training, gain valuable experience working on residential and commercial plumbing systems, and have the opportunity to advance into higher-level technical and leadership roles.
Apply today and start building your future as an Underground Plumbing and Excavation Technician!