Septic Technician

Sterling Septic and Plumbing is an established septic and plumbing company providing services in King and Pierce County.  We are a growing company looking for a Septic Technician to join our team.  We are an essential service that is not affected by downturns in the economy like other trades may experience.   

Pay Range:  $26 - $36 p/hr based on experience.  

Sterling Septic has a Merit Based system of growth promotion. This means: To the effect that you take responsibility for your role in the company & accomplish the responsibilities of your roles’ duties, your ability to prosper and grow with the company will be enhanced to a similar degree.

Benefits:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with monthly premiums paid at 100% for the employee.   Employees are eligible to participate after 90 days of employment.
• 6 paid holidays
• 40 hours of paid vacation the first year with increases up to 120 hours of paid vacation based on years worked.

Work Hours:

Work Hours: Monday – Friday 7:30 a.m. until 5pm.   However, a typical work week is between 40-60 hours, which can vary depending on circumstances. Occasional evening and weekend work may be required. Although we pride ourselves on work-life balance, this position does not allow work-week time constraints.

Qualifications/Experience

• Level 1 Septic O&M Required (Level 2 desired)
• Work outside in all weather conditions.
• Work overtime as needed (this is a frequent occurrence).
• Insurable through company insurance carrier.
• Must pass drug and background screening.
• Clean driving record (fewer than 3 points).
• Able to clearly communicate in English both verbally and in writing.
• Ready and eager to learn something new every day.

• Uphold a positive attitude.
• Perform a thorough septic inspection at every job.
• Bill and quote customers as needed accordingly per work needed and or performed.
• Maintain a professional appearance and attitude.
• Safely operate company vehicles on and off the jobsite.
• Complete scheduled work in a timely manner.
• Locate and expose septic system components. Hand-digging is a frequent occurrence.
• As-Built drawing and measurement.
• Follow instructions from supervisor and/or dispatcher and carry out work in a timely manner.
• Call in locates for job site where underground repairs are needed.
• Report regularly to dispatchers throughout the day.
• Gather and document information accurately on site. Relay details to the office for follow-up work when quoting on site is not feasible.
• Complete RME reports for septic system maintenance and inspections.
• Research jobs prior to leaving the office or any time a new job is added. Brief operator prior to leaving office/site.
• Maintain work trucks, ensuring they are prepared to operate safely and sufficiently supplied.
• Educate customers on the function of their septic system.
• Complete invoices and bill the customer accordingly.
• Keep the interior and exterior of service vehicles clean and organized.
• Attach job photos to field software for documentation of work completed and needed.
• Track jobsite time for billing purposes and keep “on schedule”. Communicating with dispatchers when current scheduling is not feasible, or plans should be changed.
• Add notes of job to “work order summary”, Indicating work performed on visit in detail. Along with any notes that future technicians may find useful.
• Upkeep material on hand by keeping track of inventory and reporting material on hand to management.

Salary : $26 - $36