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HighGround

Restoration Crew Chief

Lewis Center, OH · On-site

As we expand into the Des Moines market, we're seeking a high-performing, customer-focused Restoration Crew Chief to join our team. At Power Dry, we foster a positive and supportive work culture. We ...

HighGround

Restoration Crew Chief

Westerville, OH · On-site

As we expand into the Des Moines market, we're seeking a high-performing, customer-focused Restoration Crew Chief to join our team. At Power Dry, we foster a positive and supportive work culture. We ...

HighGround

Restoration Crew Chief

Ankeny, IA · On-site

As we expand into the Des Moines market, we're seeking a high-performing, customer-focused Restoration Crew Chief to join our team. At Power Dry, we foster a positive and supportive work culture. We ...

HighGround

Restoration Crew Chief

Des Moines, IA · On-site

As we expand into the Des Moines market, we're seeking a high-performing, customer-focused Restoration Crew Chief to join our team. At Power Dry, we foster a positive and supportive work culture. We ...

HighGround

Restoration Crew Chief

Powell, OH · On-site

As we expand into the Des Moines market, we're seeking a high-performing, customer-focused Restoration Crew Chief to join our team. At Power Dry, we foster a positive and supportive work culture. We ...

HighGround

Restoration Crew Chief

Lewis Center, OH · On-site

As we expand into the Des Moines market, we're seeking a high-performing, customer-focused Restoration Crew Chief to join our team. At Power Dry, we foster a positive and supportive work culture. We ...

HighGround

Restoration Crew Chief

Westerville, OH · On-site

As we expand into the Des Moines market, we're seeking a high-performing, customer-focused Restoration Crew Chief to join our team. At Power Dry, we foster a positive and supportive work culture. We ...

HighGround

Restoration Crew Chief

Powell, OH · On-site

As we expand into the Des Moines market, we're seeking a high-performing, customer-focused Restoration Crew Chief to join our team. At Power Dry, we foster a positive and supportive work culture. We ...

ServiceMaster

Restoration Crew Chief

Chicago, IL · On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Restoration Crew Chief $22-$25/hour, negotiable based on experience, certifications, and qualifications Chicago, IL We are the nation's largest ServiceMaster franchise company with 20 branches ...

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How much do restoration crew chief jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 8, 2026, the average hourly pay for restoration crew chief in the United States is $21.91, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $24.04 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a restoration crew chief?

Restoration Crew Chiefs are professionals who lead teams in restoring properties after damage from events like floods, fires, or mold infestations. Their responsibilities include assessing damage, developing restoration plans, coordinating crew members, and ensuring safety protocols are followed. They often serve as the main point of contact between clients, insurance adjusters, and their restoration team. Strong leadership, technical knowledge of restoration processes, and good communication skills are essential for this role.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a restoration crew chief, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Restoration Crew Chief, you need expertise in water, fire, and mold restoration processes, a solid understanding of safety protocols, and experience leading teams, often supported by certifications like IICRC. Familiarity with industry-standard equipment, moisture meters, drying systems, and job management software is typically required. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help ensure efficient team coordination and customer satisfaction. These abilities are crucial for delivering timely, high-quality restoration services while maintaining safety and client trust.

What are some common challenges faced by a restoration crew chief, and how can they be managed effectively?

Restoration Crew Chiefs often encounter challenges such as coordinating multiple team members on urgent projects, adapting to unpredictable schedules due to emergencies, and ensuring safety standards are met in potentially hazardous environments. Effective communication and strong organizational skills are crucial for managing these tasks, as is the ability to stay calm under pressure. Many companies provide ongoing training and support for Crew Chiefs to help them handle these challenges and promote professional growth.

What is the difference between Restoration Crew Chief vs Restoration Technician?

AspectRestoration Crew ChiefRestoration Technician
CertificationsOSHA, IICRC certifications often requiredOSHA, IICRC certifications often required
Work EnvironmentSupervises crews, manages job sitesPerforms restoration tasks under supervision
ResponsibilitiesOversees entire restoration process, directs teamExecutes restoration work, follows instructions

The Restoration Crew Chief typically supervises restoration projects and manages teams, requiring leadership skills and certifications. In contrast, the Restoration Technician focuses on performing restoration tasks under supervision. Both roles often require similar certifications and work in the same industry environment, but the Crew Chief has additional supervisory responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Restoration Crew Chief job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 22% Part Time, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $45,575 per year, or $21.9 per hour.

Restoration Crew Chief

ServiceMaster Restoration by DSI 3419

Chicago, IL • On-site

$22 - $25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 13 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Direct, supervise, and aid Restoration Technicians and Staff Laborers to ensure the timely and quality completion of restoration cleaning, moving, packing, or general labor projects.

  • Ensure all required restoration project documentation, including forms and photo-documentation, is completed according to established protocols.

  • Maintain excellent customer communication and relations throughout the restoration process.

Job description


Restoration Crew Chief
$22-$25/hour, negotiable based on experience, certifications, and qualifications.

Chicago, IL

We are the nation’s largest ServiceMaster franchise company with 20 branches located in Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Colorado, Florida, Minnesota, North Carolina, Kansas and Wisconsin that offers its employees on-the-job training, opportunity for career advancement, while helping people in need.  
 
 
Who we are: ServiceMaster DSI provides restoration in Chicago, IL and surrounding areas. With continued investment in education, the latest tools and technology, and expert training, we are industry leaders in disaster restoration cleaning and is known for the great care we take with clients and employees alike. 
 
  • Our community-like work environment focuses on providing extensive training to service our clients with the most advanced equipment in the restoration industry. 
  • We believe that engaged and happy employees make ServiceMaster DSI an amazing place to work where we are always ready to help families and businesses recover from fire and water damage. 
The Position: We’re looking for a Restoration Crew Chief. This position is for residential and commercial fire and water clean-up and restoration. Job assignments include but are not limited to specialty mitigation services, light demolition, water extraction, carpet and upholstery cleaning, mold abatement, vandalism clean-up, fire and smoke damage mitigation, content move-outs and pack ins, and content cleaning. This position also directs, aids and supervises the Restoration Technicians assigned to the project. 
 
The pay range we’re offering starts at $22+/per hour, PLUS Commission!
 
  • We offer Health and Wellness Insurance 
  • We also offer generous PTO and Holiday Pay 
  • And Dental, Vision, Life insurance, along with 401K 
Requirements: 
 
  • Previous experience as a Crew Chief in a fire and flood restoration company
  • IICRC Water Restoration Technician (WRT) certification
  • IICRC certification for Fire & Smoke/Odor Mitigations is a plus
  • Strong good communication skills 
  • English speaking proficiency is REQUIRED
  • Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus 
  • Must have a valid driver's license 
  • Must have reliable transportation 
  • Ability and willingness to travel out of town as needed
  • Must be able to move and lift up to 50+ lbs. 
  • Must be able to work after hours, evenings, and weekends as needed 
  • Lift certification is a plus
Responsibilities: 
 
  • Ensures the timely quality completion of assigned restoration cleaning, moving, packing, or general labor projects. 
  • Directs, aids and supervises the Restoration Techs and Staff Laborers assigned to the Restoration Crew Chief by the Project Manager on a per project basis. 
  • Ensures and evaluates competence and quality of the Restoration Techs and Staff Laborers. 
  • Ensures a continuous increase in the knowledge and skill level (training) of the Restoration Techs and Staff Laborers. 
  • Ensures the productivity of the Restoration Techs and Staff Laborers assigned to the Restoration Crew Chief by the Production Manager. 
  • Ensures all required restoration project documentation, including forms and photo-documentation, is completed in accordance with established protocols. 
  • Ensures excellent customer communication and relations. 
  • Perform other duties as required. These duties may include job functions that are outside the scope of normal job duties. 
Why Should You Apply? 
 
  • Competitive compensation with opportunity for overtime 
  • Great Benefits 
  • We work together – openly and cross-functionally because it enables us to build relationships, learning together and win as a team. 
  • We go above and beyond for our clients and you’ll find that we have a dynamic environment where learning and growth opportunities are abundant and hard work and results are awarded. 
 
 
If you’re looking for a challenging and fulfilling career, be part of the ServiceMaster DSI family. 
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer/Vets Welcome Here!