Drain & Sewer Technician - Training, Growth & Flexible Scheduling

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 33,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (50% employee premium

Paid time off up to 20 days

401(k) with up to 3.5% match

Paid training and continuing education

Overtime opportunities

Long-term career advancement

Job summary

Roto-Rooter Plumbing and Water Cleanup in Cape Girardeau, MO is hiring a Drain and Sewer Technician for full-time, year-round employment with flexible scheduling. Earn $32,500–$65,000+ annually based on experience, commissions, and overtime opportunities.

You’ll inspect, diagnose, and restore drainage systems for residential and commercial customers while delivering outstanding service and advancing in the skilled trades through paid training and ongoing development.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have mechanical aptitude and strong problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in plumbing, drain cleaning, construction, maintenance, or related hands-on fields is a plus but not required.
• Strong customer service and communication skills are essential.
• Must be able to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to perform physically demanding work including lifting and working in varied conditions.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose clogged drains and sewer line issues.
• Clear blockages using professional drain cleaning equipment.
• Operate sewer cameras and hydro jetting equipment to identify problems.
• Explain solutions clearly to customers and document work.
• Maintain company vehicles and equipment; follow safety procedures.

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Problem-solving

Customer service

Communication skills

Physical stamina

Valid driver’s license

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Drain cleaning equipment

Sewer cameras

Hydro jetting equipment

Job description

Roto-Rooter Plumbing and Water Cleanup in Cape Girardeau, MO is hiring a Drain and Sewer Technician for full-time, year-round employment with flexible scheduling. Earn $32,500–$65,000+ annually based on experience, commissions, and overtime opportunities.

You’ll inspect, diagnose, and restore drainage systems for residential and commercial customers while delivering outstanding service and advancing in the skilled trades through paid training and ongoing development.