About the role
**Drain cleaning experience required**
Drain Technician
Davis Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric | Rocky Mount, VA
Solve Problems Customers Need Fixed Now
Drain and sewer issues are some of the most urgent calls in home services. At Davis Heating, Cooling, Plumbing & Electric, our Drain Technicians help customers get their homes back to normal quickly while identifying the underlying cause of the problem.
We’re looking for a dependable, mechanically inclined Drain Technician who is comfortable working in customers’ homes, operating professional drain equipment, and communicating clearly about what they find.
Whether you already have drain-cleaning experience or are building your career within plumbing, Davis offers the support, training, and opportunity to continue developing your skills.
What You’ll Do • Diagnose and clear residential drain and sewer stoppages. • Operate cable machines, augers, drain-cleaning equipment, and related tools. • Perform sewer-camera inspections and identify blockages, root intrusion, damaged piping, and other drainage issues. • Explain findings and recommended next steps clearly to homeowners. • Identify when issues require additional plumbing repair, excavation, jetting, or sewer-line replacement. • Complete accurate service notes, photos, and job documentation. • Protect customers’ homes and maintain a clean, professional work area. • Maintain drain-cleaning equipment, tools, vehicle, and inventory. • Coordinate with dispatch, plumbers, customer service, and other field teams. • Follow company safety procedures and proper equipment-use practices. • Participate in technical and customer-service training.
What We’re Looking For • Previous drain-cleaning, plumbing, maintenance, or mechanical experience preferred. • Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills. • Comfortable using drain-cleaning and sewer-inspection equipment. • Strong customer service and communication skills. • Ability to work independently while knowing when to involve a plumber or supervisor. • Dependable, organized, and comfortable working in basements, crawl spaces, and outdoor conditions. • Willingness to learn and continue developing plumbing and drain-service skills. • Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
Why Work at Davis? • Competitive compensation and advancement opportunities • Steady residential customer demand • Opportunity to grow into advanced drain, sewer, and plumbing work • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance • Retirement Plan with Company Match • Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays • Company Vehicle for qualified field roles • Tool Account Program • Uniforms and major equipment provided • Ongoing technical training and professional development • Supportive, team-oriented work environment
What Success Looks Like
Success means clearing drain problems efficiently, identifying the real cause of the issue, communicating professionally with the homeowner, and knowing when a more advanced plumbing solution is needed.
You’ll be expected to take care of the customer, maintain your equipment, and continue building your technical skills.
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