What are the responsibilities and job description for the Drain Cleaner Specialist position at Mr. Rooter?
Job Overview:
We are seeking a motivated and skilled Drain Cleaner Specialist to join our team. This position requires a hands-on approach to resolving emergency sewer backups, broken water lines, diagnosing drainage issues, and providing effective solutions, ranging from simple drain cleaning to more complex excavations. In addition to technical skills, the ideal candidate should have strong sales abilities to effectively communicate with customers, assess their needs, and offer additional services as necessary.
Mr. Rooter Plumbing of Saratoga
$55,000 to $80,000
Mr. Rooter Plumbing is hiring a Plumbing Service Technician who’s familiar with basic plumbing or drain work and ready to take their skills to the next level.
We offer year-round work, paid training, and real career growth. If you’ve helped snake a drain, worked in maintenance, or done hands-on plumbing tasks — and you show up with hustle — we’ll help you go far.
This job is not for coasters.
We’re a team that backs each other up and takes pride in doing the job right — every time. If you’re tired of working around people who don’t care and want a place where hard work is rewarded, apply today. This is not an 8 to 4 and out the door mentality.
What You’ll Do:
- Perform residential and commercial drain cleaning
- Operate snakes, augers, jetters, and other equipment
- Assist plumbing techs with inspections and repairs
- Communicate clearly with customers and team members
- Learn to diagnose issues, recommend solutions, and identify the services the customers needs and wants
What We’re Looking For:
- You show up. Every day. On time. Ready to go.
- You take pride in doing things right — not just fast.
- You want to grow — not coast.
- You’re comfortable getting dirty and working hard
- Some hands-on experience with drain cleaning or basic plumbing
- Driver’s license & clean driving record required
Training & Advancement:
- On-the-job training and mentorship
- Optional drain cleaning school (we reimburse tuition after time period)
- Clear path to increase responsibilities and income
- Weekly performance coaching and sales training
Pay & Benefits:
- Hourly pay during training
- Base performance bonuses after training
- Year-round work — no seasonal layoffs or unpaid on-call
- Paid holidays, benefits and PTO
- Company vehicle (based on performance)
- Uniforms and gear provided
Apply now — interviews happening this week!
Salary : $55,000 - $80,000