Job Description
Job Description
Job Description
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Competitive salary
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
Drain Cleaning Specialist Airco Service Company Location: Troy, IL / St. Louis Metro East
Compensation: $22$30/hour, depending on experience
Schedule: Full-time, field-based; overtime and on-call opportunities as needed
Airco Service Company is hiring a
Drain Cleaning Specialist to support residential, commercial, and light industrial plumbing service work across the St. Louis Metro East. This is a strong opportunity for someone with hands-on drain, sewer, plumbing, maintenance, or labor experience who wants steady work, training, and a long-term path in the mechanical trades.
Airco has been serving the St. Louis Metro East for decades with HVAC, mechanical, and plumbing services. Our team is known for quality work, practical problem-solving, and taking care of customers the right way. We are looking for someone dependable, mechanically inclined, and willing to work hard in a hands-on service role.
This role is a fit for an experienced drain technician, but we are also open to a high-potential laborer, plumbing helper, maintenance tech, or mechanically minded candidate who has the work ethic and attitude to learn.
What Youll Do Perform drain cleaning and sewer line clearing for residential, commercial, and light industrial customers
Diagnose clogged drains, sewer backups, slow drains, floor drains, sinks, tubs, toilets, and related plumbing issues
Operate drain cleaning equipment such as cable machines, snakes, augers, sewer machines, and related tools
Support camera inspections, drain locating, and basic troubleshooting as experience allows
Communicate professionally with customers, dispatch, and internal team members throughout the day
Explain findings clearly and help customers understand recommended next steps
Maintain accurate job notes, photos, and service documentation
Keep company tools, equipment, vehicle, and work areas clean and organized
Follow safety procedures on every jobsite, including proper PPE and equipment handling
Assist plumbing/service technicians when needed on broader service or repair work
Represent Airco with professionalism, reliability, and a customer-first attitude
What Were Looking For Experience in drain cleaning, sewer work, plumbing, maintenance, construction, labor, HVAC, or another hands-on trade
Strong mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn specialized drain and sewer equipment
Ability to perform physical work, including lifting, bending, kneeling, carrying equipment, and working in tight or dirty areas
Valid drivers license with a clean, insurable driving record
Good communication skills with customers and teammates
Dependable attendance, strong work ethic, and pride in doing the job correctly
Ability to work independently once trained while knowing when to ask for support
Comfortable using a phone, tablet, or basic software to document jobs and communicate with dispatch
Willingness to work overtime or on-call rotations as business needs require
Preferred Experience Prior drain cleaning, sewer, or plumbing service experience
Experience with sewer cameras, drain locating, hydro-jetting, or heavy-duty cabling equipment
Plumbing apprentice, plumbing helper, or maintenance technician background
Experience working in customers homes, commercial buildings, or occupied facilities
OSHA, safety training, or other trade-related certifications
Why Join Airco Service Company? Competitive hourly pay with room to grow as skills increase
Opportunity to build a long-term career in plumbing and mechanical service
Hands-on training and support from an experienced local team
Steady, year-round service work across the Metro East and Greater St. Louis market
Company-provided equipment and support to help you do the job right
Benefits package available, including health insurance, retirement plan options, paid time off, and professional development support
A practical, team-oriented culture where hard work and reliability matter
Apply Today If you are an experienced drain technician or a hardworking, mechanically inclined candidate ready to learn the trade we would like to hear from you. Apply today to join Airco Service Company and build a hands-on career with a trusted mechanical and plumbing service team in Troy, IL.
Job Tags
Hourly pay, Full time, Apprenticeship, Local area