Job description
We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Water, Fire, Smoke, and Mold Technician to join our team. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in emergency response to water, fire, smoke, and mold damage situations, providing mitigation services to our clients. This person will have a in-depth understanding of both residential and commercial construction, as well as various portions of a property such as plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems. Being able to use tools, power equipment, and various forms of technology will be needed to meet the requirements of this role. This can be a physically demanding role and will require someone that’s comfortable being in crawl spaces, and disaster situations inside a property including flooding, the aftermath of a fire, and extensive mold damage. RestoPros provides all necessary PPE but this is a physically demanding role.
Key Responsibilities:
- Respond promptly to emergency service calls for water, fire, smoke, and mold damage. We run rotating on-call teams through the week and availability and punctuality is required.
- Assess damage and determine the necessary steps for remediation and restoration.
- Perform extraction, drying, and dehumidification processes for water damage situations.
- Clean and restore property affected by fire and smoke damage, including soot removal.
- Identify and safely remediate mold growth in residential and commercial properties.
- Handle and maintain equipment and tools required for restoration tasks.
- Ensure all work is completed in compliance with health and safety regulations and IICRC guidelines.
- Maintain accurate records of services performed, including photographs and documentation through RestoPros technology platforms.
- Communicate effectively with clients, providing updates on the restoration process as well as RestoPros team members.
Qualifications:
- High school diploma or equivalent; relevant certifications in water/fire/mold restoration preferred.
- Prior experience in water, fire, smoke, and mold restoration is highly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of restoration techniques and safety practices.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to work in a team environment and collaborate effectively.
- Must have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Ability to lift heavy equipment and work in various environments.
- On-call availability for emergency services is required.
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly wage based on experience.
- Opportunity for overtime pay
- Continuous training and professional development opportunities to move into other roles at RestoPros.
- Team-oriented work environment where you’re focused on a single portion of the process, while various team members ensure that the project goes smoothly through the completion process.
If you are a motivated individual with a passion for helping others and meet the qualifications outlined above, we encourage you to apply for the Mitigation Crew Lead position. Join our team and help make a difference in the lives of our clients!
**How to Apply:**
Please submit your resume and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience. We look forward to reviewing your application!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 - $25.00 per hour
The IICRC is the Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification, a non-profit organization for the Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Industries. The IICRC, originally named the International Institute of Carpet and Upholstery Cleaning Inc. (IICUC), was founded in 1972 by Ed York. Since starting in 1972, the IICRC has evolved into a global organization with more than 49,000 active Certified Technicians and more than 6,500 Certified Firms around the world.
The IICRC is managed by its Board of Directors, which is composed of 15 industry leaders elected by the IICRC’s Shareholders. The Board of Directors’ function is to represent the various interests of the applicants while leading the direction of the organization. The Board of Directors meets four times per year and is tasked with the responsibility of helping shape future policies of the organization and uphold the standards that help shape the industry.