What is a sewer and drain technician and how to become one

Key steps to become a sewer and drain technician

1. Explore sewer and drain technician education requirements

   Most common sewer and drain technician degrees

   High School Diploma

   49.5 %

   Associate

   17.1 %

   Bachelor's

   17.1 %

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2. Start to develop specific sewer and drain technician skills

   Skills	Percentages
   Plumbing	42.38%
   Industrial Sewing Machines	16.19%
   Sewer Lines	12.93%
   General Maintenance	7.03%
   Customer Service	4.48%

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3. Complete relevant sewer and drain technician training and internships

   Accountants spend an average of Less than 1 month on post-employment, on-the-job training. New sewer and drain technicians learn the skills and techniques required for their job and employer during this time. The chart below shows how long it takes to gain competency as a sewer and drain technician based on U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics data and data from real sewer and drain technician resumes.

4. Research sewer and drain technician duties and responsibilities

   • Manage and perform the installation of HVAC equipment, air handlers, condensers, thermostats, ducts and piping.
   • Install plumbing fixtures such as sinks, bathtubs, water heaters, hot water tanks, garbage disposal unites and dishwashers.
   • Assist licensed plumber with general plumbing duties
   • Include regularly schedule maintenance, safety recalls, computerize alignments, electrical and on-board computer module diagnosis using Audi diagnostic software.

5. Apply for sewer and drain technician jobs

   Now it's time to start searching for a sewer and drain technician job. Consider the tips below for a successful job search:

   1. Browse job boards for relevant postings
   2. Consult your professional network
   3. Reach out to companies you're interested in working for directly
   4. Watch out for job scams