What are the responsibilities and job description for the Drain Cleaner position at Summers Quality Services Inc?
About the Role
We're looking for an experienced drain cleaning technician who knows their way around a snake, a jetter, and a camera — and can handle whatever a residential or commercial drain throws at them. When customers have a problem, we dispatch the best — and that's who we're looking for. If you're self-sufficient, take pride in clean work, and know how to read a situation before it becomes a bigger job, we want to talk.
What You'll Do
- Clear stoppages and blockages in residential and commercial drain, sewer, and waste lines using cable machines, hydro-jetters, and hand tools
- Run drain camera inspections to locate blockages, root intrusion, line damage, and other issues — and clearly explain findings to customers
- Identify and communicate upsell opportunities such as root treatments, pipe lining, or further plumbing repairs without being pushy
- Respond to service calls efficiently, managing your truck stock, equipment, and schedule to maximize productivity
- Handle grease trap cleaning, floor drain maintenance, and commercial kitchen drain service as needed
- Ensure all equipment is properly maintained, clean, and ready for the next call
- Document work completed accurately in our service software after each job
What You Bring
- Proven hands-on experience with drain cleaning equipment — cable machines, hydro-jetters, and drain cameras required
- Ability to work on both residential homes and commercial properties confidently
- Strong diagnostic skills — you can tell the difference between a simple stoppage and a bigger underlying issue
- Customer-facing experience; you're comfortable talking to homeowners and facility managers alike
- Physical ability to handle equipment, work in tight spaces, and lift 50 lbs regularly
- Valid driver's license required; clean driving record preferred
- Experience with service dispatch software a plus
Why Join Us
- High-demand, recession-resistant work — drains don't stop clogging
- Steady call volume across residential and commercial accounts
- Take-home truck and equipment provided
- Supportive team with opportunities to cross-train into broader plumbing service work
Experienced and ready to hit the ground running? Apply today.
We are a fast growing, family owned, full service mechanical contracting company servicing Philadelphia and the surrounding suburbs.
Salary : $28 - $35