Sanitary Sewer System Technician

About the role

The Sanitary Sewer System Technician is responsible for operating, maintaining, inspecting, and repairing sanitary sewer infrastructure to ensure safe and efficient wastewater management. This position involves field work in deployed locations, requiring travel, adherence to safety protocols, and coordination with teams and contractors.

Key responsibilities

• Install, maintain, repair, and inspect sanitary sewer lines, manholes, lift stations, and related wastewater infrastructure.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex plumbing and sewer issues such as blockages, leaks, and pipe failures.
• Perform preventive maintenance to reduce emergency repairs and service disruptions.
• Operate and maintain equipment including jetting trucks, vacuum trucks, video inspection cameras, and pipe locators.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local wastewater treatment and safety regulations.
• Maintain accurate records of inspections, maintenance, and repairs.
• Respond to emergency sewer service calls, including after‑hours incidents.
• Collaborate with team members, contractors, and the public to coordinate work safely and efficiently.
• Follow safety policies, including confined‑space entry and hazardous‑materials handling.

Required profile

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Current Master or Journeyman Plumber certification.
• Minimum five years of experience in wastewater or sanitary sewer systems.
• Strong knowledge of wastewater treatment, sewer maintenance procedures, and plumbing codes.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license; U.S. passport preferred.
• Ability to meet USCENTCOM deployment policy requirements and obtain a residency visa for Qatar.
• Willingness to work in extreme environmental conditions and endure long hours.
• 100% travel readiness and ability to obtain and maintain a DoD Secret clearance.

Required skills

• Sewer line installation and repair
• Manhole and lift station maintenance
• Operation of jetting trucks, vacuum trucks, video inspection cameras, and pipe locators
• Interpretation of technical plans, blueprints, and schematics
• Preventive maintenance of wastewater infrastructure