Drain Technician

The Drain Technicians will provide thorough diagnostics of drainage issues and clean drain lines with drain cleaning equipment. Responsibilities: • Removes drain cover, using wrench. • Installs rotary knives on flexible cable, mounted on reel machine, according to diameter of pipe to be cleaned. • Starts machine to feed revolving cable into opening, stopping machine and changing knives as necessary to conform to diameter or contour of pipe. • Removes roots, debris, and other refuse from drains. • Withdraws cable to deposit accumulated residue, removed from pipe in containers for disposal. • Measures distance from drain opening to suspected leak/break. • Repairs any breaks in piping. • Always maintain a professional image by: • Wearing only company approved and provided BENJAMIN FRANKLIN PLUMBING apparel. • Following safety policies and procedures. • Abiding by ALL (BFP) standards of performance and code of ethics. • Maintaining a courteous demeanor with all customers and associates. • Maintains company vehicle, ensuring cleanliness and organization, both inside and out. • Respecting the customer’s property. Qualifications: • GED or High School Diploma. • Must have a minimum of 2 year of verifiable drain cleaning experience in a residential service and maintenance operation. • Knowledge of plumbing field concepts, practices, best practices, procedures, tools, and equipment. • Computer proficiency. • Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record. Physical Requirements: • Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. • Ability to work outdoors, in extreme temperatures, wet/humid environments, and/or with vibration • Working with mechanical and chemical hazards and conditions including fumes, odors, dusts, gases, and/or poor ventilation • Ability to climb, talk, crouch, stand, balance, reach, grasp, pull, lift, see, hear, and operate tools and vehicles