Drain Technician

Authority Brands•Denver, CO

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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.
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

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.
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.