Benjamin Franklin Plumbing an affiliate of Authority Brands Inc., is seeking a Full time Drain Technician for residential and light commercial work. The Drain Technician provides thorough diagnostics of drainage issues and cleans drain lines with drain cleaning equipment.
PRIMARY 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.
- Maintain a professional image at all times 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.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, and ABILITIES :
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.EDUCATIONAL / CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :
GED or High School Diploma.ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS :
Field service environment.Extreme weather conditions.Extended work hours to include day and / or evening shifts.Local travel.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :
Ability to work under stressful conditions and may be exposed to verbal and / or physical confrontations.Must be able to work extended hours, nights or weekends.Ability to stand, walk, and climb ladders and stairs.Ability to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, and / or crawl.Natural or corrected vision to see and focus for close, distance, peripheral vision with normal depth perception.Work assignments may be performed with or without reasonable accommodation to a known disability.We want to make joining our team as easy as possible. Our team members are the most valuable assets in our organization. If you have a great attitude and a strong work ethic and are someone who takes pride in the work you do, then we want to hear from you!
Authority Brands Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer