Rival Rooter Drain Services Inc. is a locally owned and family-operated plumbing and drainage company serving Greater Victoria and the surrounding area. We have an experienced workforce and specialize in underground plumbing, drainage, excavation, and trenchless installations.

We are looking for an experienced Underground Plumbing & Drainage Foreman / Mini Excavator Operator to join our team.

This is a hands-on leadership position for someone with experience in underground drainage and utility installation who is comfortable operating equipment, installing piping, organizing a small crew, and taking responsibility for the day-to-day execution of projects.

Our work is primarily located throughout Victoria and the Saanich area and focuses on sanitary sewer installations and replacements, perimeter drainage systems, storm drainage and outlet lines, and water service repairs and replacements.

The ideal candidate will be capable of receiving a project scope from the Project Manager, preparing the crew and materials, and leading the project through installation while maintaining high standards of workmanship, productivity, safety, and communication.

We may also consider an experienced underground installer/operator who has strong technical abilities and is ready to develop into a crew leadership role.

Responsibilities The successful candidate will be responsible for:

- Leading a small field crew and keeping employees organized, productive, and on task
- Operating a mini excavator safely and proficiently, including excavation around buildings and existing utilities
- Completing sanitary sewer installations, repairs, and replacements
- Completing perimeter drainage system repairs and full replacements
- Installing and repairing storm drainage and storm outlet piping
- Completing water service repairs and replacements
- Working hands-on alongside the crew as required, including excavation, pipe installation, bedding, backfilling, compaction, and general site work
- Understanding pipe grades, elevations, drainage principles, and proper installation practices
- Reviewing daily project requirements and preparing and loading necessary materials and equipment
- Driving the company work truck from our Langford yard to jobsites and returning it to the yard at the end of the day
- Safely towing equipment and trailers as required
- Communicating effectively with the Project Manager regarding project progress, site conditions, material requirements, and unexpected issues




- Maintaining professional communication with customers, inspectors, other trades, and members of the public
- Maintaining clean, organized, and protected jobsites
- Taking jobsite photographs and documenting completed work as required
- Helping ensure company vehicles, tools, and equipment are properly maintained and accounted for

Qualifications

Required

- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in underground construction, drainage, excavation, utility installation, or a closely related field
- Demonstrated mini excavator operating experience
- Experience installing underground piping
- Ability to read grades and elevations and understand proper drainage installation
- Valid BC Class 5 driver's licence with an acceptable driving record
- Ability and experience safely towing equipment and trailers
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Ability to direct a small crew and maintain productivity throughout the workday
- Ability to work independently and make sound decisions in the field
- Physically capable of performing hands-on construction work when required
- Comfortable working outdoors year-round in varying weather and site conditions
- Reliable and punctual

Previous foreman or crew-lead experience is strongly preferred; however, we are willing to consider an experienced operator/installer who demonstrates the technical ability, communication skills, and initiative required to develop into the leadership side of the position. Equipment & Training Opportunities

Mini excavator operating experience is required.

Rival Rooter also utilizes skid steers and specialized trenchless installation equipment. The successful candidate will have opportunities to gain experience with additional equipment and various trenchless sewer and water-line installation methods.

Schedule

Monday to Friday

Employees report to our Langford yard at 8:00 AM, where the crew prepares and loads materials and equipment for the day's project.

The typical scheduled workday ends at approximately 4:30 PM, depending on project requirements and travel.





The foreman will generally act as the designated driver of the company work vehicle. Travel between the company yard and jobsites is paid working time for the designated driver.

Compensation & Benefits

- $36.00/hour during the initial 3-month introductory period
- Up to $40.00/hour following successful completion of the introductory period, based on performance and demonstrated ability
- Full-time, year-round employment
- Optional benefits available following the introductory period
- Company vehicle provided for work-related travel
- Partial reimbursement toward a personal mobile phone plan when a personal phone is used for required jobsite photography and documentation
- Opportunities to learn additional equipment and trenchless installation methods
- Opportunity to take on increased responsibility as the company continues to grow

Who We're Looking For We're looking for someone who takes pride in completing underground work properly and can be trusted with responsibility.

This position is best suited to someone who can work with the crew rather than simply supervise it. You should be comfortable operating the excavator one moment, installing pipe or helping in the excavation the next, and then communicating with the Project Manager or customer regarding project progress.

The right candidate will be able to look ahead, identify what the crew needs, keep the project moving efficiently, and recognize potential problems before they become costly ones.

If you have strong underground construction experience, are confident operating mini excavators, and are ready to take responsibility for leading a crew and completing projects to a high standard, we'd like to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $36.00–$40.00 per hour

Expected hours: Approximately 40 hours per week

Schedule: Monday to Friday

Work location: In person — reporting to Langford, BC, with jobsites primarily throughout Victoria and Saanich

Pay: $36.00-$40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits

- Extended health care

Application question(s):
- Can you provide work-related references who can speak to your experience, reliability, and job performance? References are required and will be contacted before a hiring decision is made.

Experience:
- Excavator: 2 years (preferred)
- Exterior Pipe Installation: 2 years (preferred)

Language:
- English (preferred)

Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 Licence (preferred)

Location:
- Victoria, BC (preferred)

Work Location: On the road

📌 Underground Plumbing & Drainage Foreman / Mini Excavator Operator (Victoria)
🏢 Rival Rooter Drain Services
📍 Victoria