Experienced Plumber / Technician

Build a Career with America’s Most Recognized Plumbing Brand

Roto-Rooter of Athens Georgia is a locally family-owned and independently operated franchise backed by one of the most recognized names in the plumbing industry.

We’re entering an exciting new chapter of growth and are looking for dependable, experienced, and customer-focused Plumbers / Service Technicians who want to grow with us. As a locally owned business, we believe in taking care of our employees, building strong relationships with our customers, and creating long-term career opportunities for the people who help make our company successful.

We’re looking for professionals who take pride in their work, communicate well with customers, and want the opportunity to earn more based on their skill, effort, and performance.

Whether you’re an experienced service plumber or a licensed plumbing professional looking for a better long-term opportunity, we offer consistent work, competitive compensation, strong benefits, paid training, and opportunities for advancement —along with the personal support and accountability of a locally owned family business.

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive pay based on experience, certifications, and performance

• Performance bonuses and commission opportunities

• Competitive hourly pay plus performance incentives

• Overtime opportunities available

• Paid training and ongoing professional development

• Company vehicle for qualified technicians

• Company-provided tools and equipment where applicable

• Paid time off 

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Retirement savings plan with company match

• Company-provided uniforms

• Career advancement and leadership opportunities

• Consistent year-round work with an established, nationally recognized brand

What You’ll Do

As a Roto-Rooter Plumber / Service Technician, you’ll work directly with residential and commercial customers to diagnose plumbing problems, recommend solutions, and complete high-quality repairs and installations.

Responsibilities include:

• Diagnose and repair residential and commercial plumbing systems

• Install, repair, maintain, and replace plumbing fixtures, piping, water heaters, and related equipment

• Perform drain cleaning and sewer line services

• Troubleshoot plumbing problems accurately and efficiently

• Clearly explain findings, repair options, and recommendations to customers

• Prepare accurate estimates for recommended work

• Complete service calls efficiently while maintaining high workmanship standards

• Maintain accurate service records using mobile technology

• Follow applicable plumbing codes, safety standards, and company procedures

• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional company vehicle

• Protect customers’ homes and businesses while performing work

• Deliver professional, respectful, and dependable customer service on every call

• Identify additional plumbing concerns and recommend appropriate solutions when necessary

Qualifications

• Minimum of two years of professional plumbing experience required

• Previous experience as a plumber, service plumber, or plumbing technician

• Must have a state plumbing license 

• Experience working with residential and/or commercial plumbing systems

• Strong diagnostic and troubleshooting abilities

• Ability to communicate professionally with customers

• Strong customer-service skills

• Strong work ethic and dependable attendance

• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record

• Ability to work independently and manage service calls efficiently

• Ability to lift up to 100 pounds when necessary

• Ability to work in crawl spaces, attics, basements, and outdoor environments

• Ability to participate in an on-call or rotating weekend schedule as needed

Preferred Experience

Experience in any of the following areas is highly valued:

• Water heater installation and repair

• Sewer and drain cleaning

• Leak detection

• Water and sewer line repair

• Fixture installation and replacement

• Pipe repair and repiping

• Plumbing diagnostics

• Drain cleaning equipment

• Sewer cameras and diagnostic equipment

• Residential service plumbing

• Commercial service plumbing

• Plumbing codes and safety regulations

• Customer-facing sales and service

Why Join Roto-Rooter of Columbus?

At Roto-Rooter of Athens, you get the best of both worlds: the strength and recognition of a nationally known plumbing brand combined with the personal attention and opportunity of a locally family-owned and independently operated business .

We are building a team for the long term and want employees who are interested in growing with us. We value professionalism, integrity, quality workmanship, accountability, teamwork, and exceptional customer service .

Our goal is to provide our technicians with the training, equipment, support, and opportunities they need to succeed while giving them the independence to take ownership of their work and their earning potential.

For motivated plumbers who want to grow professionally and financially, this is an opportunity to build a long-term career while helping shape the future of a growing local company.

Schedule

• Full-time

• Monday–Friday

• Rotating on-call evenings and weekends as needed

• Overtime opportunities available

Equal Opportunity Employer

Roto-Rooter of Columbus is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.