Sanitary Sewer Systems Technician – Secret Clearance

About the role

The Sanitary Sewer Systems Technician is responsible for operating, maintaining, inspecting and repairing sanitary sewer infrastructure to ensure safe and efficient wastewater management. The role requires a Secret clearance and involves extensive field work, including emergency response and coordination with contractors and the public.

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 activities 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.
• Adhere to all 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.
• Ability to read and interpret technical plans, blueprints and schematics.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license; U.S. passport preferred.
• Eligibility to meet USCENTCOM deployment requirements and obtain a Qatar residency visa.
• Willingness to work in extreme environmental conditions and travel 100% to deployed locations.
• DoD Secret clearance (must be maintained).

Required skills

• Operation of jetting trucks and vacuum trucks.
• Use of video inspection cameras and pipe locators.
• Plumbing and pipe repair techniques.
• Blueprint and technical plan reading.
• Wastewater treatment knowledge.
• Regulatory compliance with federal and local wastewater standards.