Joe McKnight Agency State Farm · 4 months ago
Equipment Operator/Drain Layer
Wichita, KS 67211
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$45K/yr - $65K/yr
2+ years expJoe McKnight Agency State Farm is seeking an Equipment Operator/Drain Layer to join their team. The role involves servicing, repairing, and replacing sewer and water services while ensuring compliance with safety standards and maintaining a courteous demeanor with customers.
Insurance
Responsibilities
Performs water and sewer line repair, replacement, and installation through excavation activities to include trenchless and slab penetration
Locate problems, using specially designed equipment, and mark where digging must occur to reach damaged tanks or pipes
Dig and backfill trenches and breakup/remove concrete by hand and on excavators/loaders
Install or repair individual sewer and/or water service lines serving private properties
Operate sewer cleaning equipment, including power rodders and high velocity water jets
Service, adjust, and make minor repairs to equipment, machines, and attachments
Withdraw cables from pipes and examine them for evidence of mud, roots, grease, and other deposits indicating broken or clogged sewer lines
Clean, jet, and cable building drains and sewers
Prepare and keep records of actions taken, including maintenance and repair work
Install rotary knives on flexible cables mounted on machine reels, according to the diameters of pipes to be cleaned
Tap mainline sewers to install sewer saddles
Cover repaired pipes with dirt, and pack backfilled excavations, using air and gasoline tampers
Must comply with all OSHA trenching safety requirements
Following safety policies and procedures
Abiding by ALL BFP standards of performance and code of ethics
Maintaining a courteous demeanor with all customers and associates
Maintains company vehicle, ensuring cleanliness and organization, both inside and out
Respecting the customer’s property
Qualification
Required
Minimum of 2 years of verifiable excavation and drain cleaning experience in a residential service and maintenance operation
Must obtain journeyman drain layer certification
Must obtain confined space/competent person certification
Must be willing to obtain a Class A license with taker and air‐brakes endorsements within first 90 days
Extensive knowledge of excavation work
Knowledge of plumbing field concepts, practices, best practices, procedures, tools, and equipment
Valid driver's license and a clean driving record
Benefits
Great hourly pay with bonus opportunities!
Company insurance plans
Paid vacation and sick leave
401K plan with company contributions!
Top tier training and free continuing education opportunities!
Earn as you learn apprenticeship program
Excellent culture and team atmosphere!
Company
Joe McKnight Agency State Farm
The Joe McKnight Agency is a Georgia Insurance Agency providing Auto, fire, Life, Health, and mortgages.
11-50 employees
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