Septic Installer

Tidy Tank Plumbing, Sewer, and Septic • Full-time • Crystal Lake, Illinois, United States • $90,000 - $120,000 / year • 4w ago

Septic Installer

Location: Crystal Lake, IL

Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 7:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Compensation: $90,000 - $120,000

Benefits:

100% Company-Paid Healthcare for Employee and their Dependents
4% 401(k) Match
Paid Time Off & Holidays
Career Growth Opportunities in a Fast-Growing Company

About Us

At Great Lakes Wastewater (GLW) — the parent company of A&J Sewer Service and Tidy Tank Plumbing, Sewer & Septic — we’re on a mission to elevate the sewer and septic industry by delivering exceptional service with professionalism, quality, and transparency. We believe our team members are the foundation of our success, and we’re committed to creating an environment where they can thrive, grow, and take pride in the work we do every day.

Our core values — Professionalism, Customer Experience, Technical Expertise, Employer of Choice, and Growth Oriented — guide everything we do. From keeping our fleet running safely, to serving customers with respect, to investing in our team’s development, we’re building a business that people are proud to work for.

The Role

We’re looking for a Septic Installer to handle septic system installs & repairs in the field — the work our service technicians diagnose and sell.

This is a hands-on, boots-on-the-ground role. You’ll be leading the dig, install & repair - making sure the job gets done right the first time.

Here’s what matters most:

You’ve done septic repair/install work before — not just watched it
You can figure things out in the field when plans change (because they will)
You take pride in clean quality work that doesn’t need to be redone

Every now and then, you may also help on other projects, jump in on tougher jobs, or work alongside techs to troubleshoot issues on-site.

Key Responsibilities

Perform septic repairs including tanks, pumps, drain fields, and system components
Dig, expose, repair, and backfill systems safely and efficiently
Run or assist with equipment like mini excavators, skid steers, and trenchers
Read and interpret blueprint drawings
Follow layouts, plans, and job scopes — while adjusting when real-world conditions don’t match
Make sure all work meets code and is done the right way (no shortcuts)
Keep job sites clean, organized, and safe.
Communicate with the team about what’s happening in the field — especially when something changes
Spot additional issues and bring them to the team’s attention

Qualifications

3+ years of real septic install/repair experience
You understand how septic systems work — tanks, pumps, fields, the whole system
Comfortable with excavation, digging and working around existing utilities
Experience running equipment is a big plus (or willingness to learn)
Valid driver’s license (CDL is a bonus, not required)
Able to handle physical work and work outside in all conditions
Shows up on time, works hard, and takes ownership of the job
Doesn’t cut corners — does it right even when no one’s watching

Why Join Our Team?

Tidy Tank Plumbing, A&J Sewer Septic is part of Great Lakes Wastewater — a fast-growing, family-owned business of 50+ incredible people. While many competitors have become corporate or PE-owned, we’re building something different:

Family-owned, and people first
Professional, reliable, and high integrity
Customer-first in every interaction
Invests in training, leadership development, and certifications
Supports your goals and respects you as a person

Here, your leadership will directly impact our team, our customers, and the future of our install division.

Watch this video to learn more about what it’s like to work here and be a part of our team: https://youtu.be/B9a9s__H-nI?si=Ba_W3YCR1j5rfVUf

Let’s Talk.

If you’re ready to build something, be part of a results-driven team, and be valued for your expertise — reach out. Even if you’re not actively looking, we’d love to have a conversation.

Equal Opportunity Statement

GLW is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected class.

Pay: $90,000.00 - $120,000.00 per year

Application Question(s):

How many years of septic experience do you have ?

Work Location: In person

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