Drain Technician - Portland, OR

ARS-Rescue Rooter; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 80,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Company vehicle

Medical benefits

Dental & Vision

401K matching

Paid time off

Training

Career advancement

Job summary

ARS-Rescue Rooter is seeking a Drain Technician in Portland, Oregon, to diagnose problems, explain solutions, and perform drain cleaning in homes and commercial settings. The role requires drain-clearing experience and a valid driver’s license, with responsibilities including tool maintenance and documenting services.

We offer competitive pay with potential for advancement, a company vehicle, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED preferred; related experience or training may substitute.
• One or more years of plumbing experience.
• Experience in drain cleaning and residential service repair.
• Knowledge of water heaters and sewer repair a plus.
• Excellent customer service and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Describe diagnosed problems to customers and provide solutions.
• Explain features/benefits of each solution and obtain agreement before work.
• Clean drains in homes/commercial buildings using cable or high pressure water jetting.
• Unclog sewers, sinks, tubs, toilets using plumbing snakes or machines.
• Maintain and fuel vehicle, stock service truck, and maintain equipment.
• Transport materials/tools to job site and document activities.

Skills

Drain cleaning

Customer service

Communication skills

Valid driver's license

Education

High School diploma or GED

Tools

Drain cameras

Jetting equipment

Job description

Company Name

ARS-Rescue Rooter

Overview

Rescue Rooter is seeking a Drain Technician to join our successful, growing team. We provide you a rewarding career path with great benefits, flexible schedules, steady work, and a high earning potential!

We Offer

• Competitive pay - our typical technicians earn between $80-180k
• Weekly pay
• Fully equipped company vehicle you can take home & fuel card
• Cell phone, tablet & company provided uniforms with uniform service
• Comprehensive benefits plan including medical, dental, vision and prescription plans
• Employer paid Telehealth benefitswith virtual doctor visits from day one
• $5 a week medical plan option with Health Saving Account and annual company contribution
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(K) with company match
• Comprehensive paid training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Discount Programs with our partnered accounts (Childcare, personal cell phone, etc.)
• Opportunity to give back to your community through partnership with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, The Tim Tebow Foundation, ARS Cares Program, and More!

Responsibilities

• Provides a description of diagnosed problems to customer and provides solutions
• Explains the features and benefits of each solution. Obtains agreement for services before performing work
• Cleans drains in homes and commercial buildings by using cable or high pressure water jetting on main drains or secondary drains. Performs pipe inspection with cameras
• Unclogs sewers, kitchen and bathroom sinks, tubs, toilets, etc. using plumbing snakes and machines
• Maintains and fuels vehicle, stocks the service truck with adequate parts and maintains machinery
• Transports materials and tools to the job site and provides proper accounting of tools
• Completes all required documentation on services and may collect, record and deliver fees to the office
• Be able to successfully perform basic drain cleaning functions using small to large sized drain cleaning machines
• Have the basic knowledge of how a plumbing system works
• Be able to remove and reset a toilet and a p-trap

Qualifications

Requirements:

• A High School diploma or general education degree (GED) is preferred. Related experience and/or advanced training or any equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted
• One or more years of plumbing experience
• Experience in drain cleaning
• Experience in residential service repair
• Experienced with water heaters and sewer repair and/or replacement a plus
• Excellent customer service and communication skills
• Valid driver’s license

If you are self-motivated with a great work ethic and the ability to provide excellent customer service, we want you on our team!

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