Entry-Level Plumber / Drain Technician

Start Your 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 growing and looking for dependable, hardworking, customer-focused individuals to join our team as Entry-Level Plumbers / Drain Technicians . This is an excellent opportunity for someone who wants to build a career in the plumbing and drain service industry, even if you do not have years of previous plumbing experience.

We are looking for motivated people who are mechanically inclined, willing to learn, comfortable working with customers, and ready to build valuable trade skills. We provide paid training, hands-on experience, ongoing professional development, and opportunities for advancement as you grow with our company.

Benefits & Compensation

• Competitive starting pay with opportunities to increase earnings as your skills develop
• Performance bonuses and commission opportunities
• Paid training and ongoing professional development
• Hands-on training with experienced technicians
• Overtime opportunities available
• 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 opportunities
• Opportunity to develop professional plumbing and drain-service skills
• Consistent year-round work with an established, nationally recognized brand

What You’ll Do

As an Entry-Level Plumber / Drain Technician, you’ll work with residential and commercial customers while learning how to diagnose, maintain, and repair plumbing and drain systems.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Perform residential and commercial drain cleaning services
• Assist with diagnosing clogged or slow-running drains
• Operate professional drain-cleaning equipment
• Assist experienced plumbers and technicians with plumbing repairs and installations
• Learn to identify common plumbing and drainage problems
• Perform basic plumbing repairs and maintenance as your training progresses
• Assist with sewer camera inspections and diagnostic services
• Explain service findings and recommendations to customers
• Maintain accurate service records using mobile technology
• Follow company safety procedures and applicable plumbing standards
• Maintain a clean, organized, and professional company vehicle
• Protect customers’ homes and businesses while performing work
• Provide friendly, professional, and dependable customer service
• Participate in ongoing technical and customer-service training

Qualifications

• No plumbing license required for this entry-level position
• Previous plumbing or drain-cleaning experience is helpful but not required
• Mechanical or construction experience is a plus
• Strong willingness to learn a skilled trade
• Dependable and motivated with a strong work ethic
• Comfortable working with tools and equipment
• Good troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to communicate professionally with customers
• Strong customer-service skills
• Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record
• Ability to work independently after completing required training
• 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 Skills & Experience

Experience is not required, but candidates with any of the following backgrounds are encouraged to apply:

• Plumbing helper or apprentice experience
• Drain cleaning
• Construction or home-services experience
• Maintenance or facilities work
• Mechanical repair
• HVAC or electrical experience
• Landscaping or other hands-on trade experience
• Customer service
• Sales experience
• Experience using hand and power tools
• General troubleshooting and problem-solving skills

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 .

You do not have to already be an experienced plumber to build a successful career with us. We are looking for people with the right attitude, work ethic, and willingness to learn.

Our goal is to give motivated employees the training, tools, support, and real-world experience needed to develop valuable skills and build a long-term career in the plumbing industry.

As your knowledge, skills, and responsibilities grow, so can your career opportunities and earning potential .

If you are dependable, enjoy working with your hands, like solving problems, and want to learn a skilled trade with long-term career potential, we want to hear from you.

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.