Sewer and Drain Technician

Socket.dev; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Socket.dev is seeking an experienced Sewer & Drain Technician to join our growing Columbus-area team. This role focuses on residential sewer and drain work, diagnosing issues, clearing lines, and communicating clearly with homeowners to provide effective solutions.

We offer hands-on training to advance into a Sewer Lining Technician role. You will gain practical experience with inspections and repairs while maintaining safety and delivering high-quality service to our customers.

Qualifications

• 1+ years of hands-on experience in residential sewer and drain work.
• Lining experience is a plus, but we will train the right candidate.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform residential sewer and drain cleaning, including clearing main lines and branch lines through cleanouts
• Diagnose blockages, backups, and pipe issues using proper tools and equipment
• Work with residential sewer systems and underground drain lines
• Conduct sewer camera inspections when needed to identify problems
• Explain findings and recommend repair or replacement solutions to homeowners
• Maintain equipment and ensure work is completed safely and efficiently
• Provide professional, high-quality customer service in every home
• Support opportunities to upsell repairs, replacements, or lining solutions when appropriate
• Train and grow into a Sewer Lining Technician role (if not already experienced)
• 1+ years of hands‑on experience in residential sewer and drain work
• Strong experience working with residential sewer lines, drain systems, and cleanouts
• Ability to diagnose and clear sewer/drain blockages independently
• Lining experience is a plus, but not required — we will train the right candidate
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Reliable, hardworking, and motivated to grow within the company
• Hands‑on training with experienced excavation and plumbing professionals
• Competitive compensation with high earning potential.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off to recharge and rest.
• Be part of a growing, forward‑thinking company that’s raising the bar in home services.

Skills

Hands-on plumbing

Communication skills

Customer service

Problem solving

Reliable

Tools

Sewer camera

Plumbing tools

Lining equipment

Job description

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced Sewer & Drain Technician to join our growing team, with the opportunity to advance into a Lining Technician role. This position focuses on residential sewer and drain work, including diagnosing issues, clearing lines, and working directly with homeowners to provide effective solutions. While prior lining experience is a plus, we are willing to train the right candidate who has strong hands‑on experience in sewer and drain service.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform residential sewer and drain cleaning, including clearing main lines and branch lines through cleanouts
• Diagnose blockages, backups, and pipe issues using proper tools and equipment
• Work with residential sewer systems and underground drain lines
• Conduct sewer camera inspections when needed to identify problems
• Explain findings and recommend repair or replacement solutions to homeowners
• Maintain equipment and ensure work is completed safely and efficiently
• Provide professional, high-quality customer service in every home
• Support opportunities to upsell repairs, replacements, or lining solutions when appropriate
• Train and grow into a Sewer Lining Technician role (if not already experienced)
• 1+ years of hands‑on experience in residential sewer and drain work
• Strong experience working with residential sewer lines, drain systems, and cleanouts
• Ability to diagnose and clear sewer/drain blockages independently
• Lining experience is a plus, but not required — we will train the right candidate
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Reliable, hardworking, and motivated to grow within the company

• Hands‑on training with experienced excavation and plumbing professionals
• Competitive compensation with high earning potential.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• 401(k) with company match.
• Paid time off to recharge and rest.
• Be part of a growing, forward‑thinking company that’s raising the bar in home services.