Drains Service Technician

MCQUILLAN HOME SERVICES

McQuillan Home Services is a residential service company specializing in Electric, Plumbing, Heating & Air serving the Ramsey, Washington and Hennepin Counties for over 135 years. Were Minnesotas original plumbing, heating and cooling company, and have remained true to our mission of providing solid, honest work at fair, upfront prices. This past year we have doubled our plumbing team and added an electrical line of business. We are keen to grow and provide an extensive line-up of home services to our customers.

Position Summary
As a Drains Service Technician, you'll be the person homeowners and business owners call when
something's not working right. You'll show up ready to figure out the problem and take care of it,
start to finish. Customer service is a big part of the job, not just the technical work, and how you
treat people matters just as much as the fix itself. We build our name in this community one job
at a time, in a career with real stability and room to grow.

Key Responsibilities
Perform drain cleaning services using cable machines, hydro-jetting, and other industry tools
Diagnose and resolve issues like blockages, backups, and slow drains
Provide upfront pricing and estimates, and get customer approval before starting work
Document notes, photos, and parts used for each job
Educate customers on preventive maintenance and proper drain care
Work with dispatch, customer service, and other technicians to keep jobs on schedule
Follow safety protocols, company policies, and local plumbing codes

We Offer
Weekly pay with incentives and bonuses
401(k) retirement with company match
Holiday pay, vacation pay, & paid time off
Company events & parties
Health benefits including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, & long and short-term
disability insurance

Qualifications

Requirements

Education
High school diploma or equivalent required
Completion of plumbing-related training preferred

Experience
1-3 years of experience in drain cleaning or plumbing service required

Licenses/Certifications
Valid driver's license with clean driving record required

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Strong mechanical aptitude and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and customer service skills
Ability to work independently and manage time effectively

Physical Demands and Conditions
Ability to work in confined spaces, outdoors, and in varying weather conditions
Lifting up to 75 lbs, bending, kneeling, and operating heavy equipment

Work Environment/Travel
Field-based role requiring frequent travel to residential and commercial job sites
May require evening, weekend, or on-call shifts
Ability to pass background check and drug screening