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Junior Water Restoration Technician

Beaver Dam Water Restoration

Hutto, TX • On-site

$17 - $20/hr

Full-time

Posted 29 days ago

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Junior Water Restoration Technician

Company: Beaver Dam Water Restoration
Location: Hutto, Texas
Starting Pay: $17-$20/hour (based on experience)
Full-Time | 24/7 Emergency Service

Not a Desk Job. Not the Same Day Twice.

Beaver Dam Water Restoration is a 24/7 emergency service company specializing in water damage mitigation and structural drying. We help homeowners and businesses recover after unexpected damage — and we’re looking for dependable, hardworking individuals to join our team.

If you prefer hands-on work, enjoy working with tools and equipment, and want meaningful work that helps people during stressful situations, this may be the right fit for you.

No prior restoration experience is required — we provide training.

What We Offer

  • Starting pay at $17-$20/hour (based on experience)
  • Company-provided uniforms and tools
  • Real-world experience working with insurance companies and adjusters

Position Overview

As a Water Restoration Technician, you will perform production processes to fulfill restoration project needs while maintaining a professional appearance of equipment and vehicles.

You will be on the front lines of mitigation — the most critical phase of the restoration process.

We operate as a 24/7 emergency response company, and this position includes rotating on-call weekend shifts. Evening or late-night work may be required depending on when emergencies occur.

Key Responsibilities

  • Respond to service calls as needed
  • Perform water extraction, structural drying, demolition, and job site preparation
  • Set up and monitor drying equipment
  • Inventory and load vehicles with necessary equipment and supplies
  • Maintain a clean, organized vehicle and equipment appearance
  • Prepare rooms and staging areas for restoration work
  • Follow job scopes and production guidelines
  • Communicate clearly with supervisors, teammates, customers, and insurance adjusters
  • Assist with job documentation and estimating using Xactimate
  • Perform end-of-day cleanup and ensure job sites are left orderly
  • Follow safety and risk management guidelines at all times

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Valid driver’s license with clean driving record
  • Effective oral communication skills
  • Basic math and computer skills
  • Detail-oriented and dependable

Physical & Work Requirements

  • Ability to regularly lift 50+ pounds (up to 100 pounds with assistance)
  • Ability to bend, kneel, climb ladders, and work at ceiling heights
  • Ability to work in tight spaces (crawl spaces, attics, basements)
  • Ability to stand, walk, and perform physical labor for extended periods
  • Comfortable working around cleaning products and chemicals
  • Ability to wear PPE when required

Bonus Qualifications(Not Required)

  • Construction, demolition, or restoration experience
  • IICRC certifications
  • Experience with Xactimate
  • Bilingual (Spanish)

If you are reliable, self-motivated, and ready to work in a fast-paced emergency service environment where your work truly makes a difference, apply today to join Beaver Dam Water Restoration.

Company Description

The work environment at Beaver Dam Water Restoration is fast-paced, hands-on, and team-driven, with a strong focus on helping clients through challenging situations with compassion and professionalism. You’ll work alongside a tight-knit, family-like crew that values integrity, hard work, and flexibility, where every day brings a different challenge—whether it’s responding to water, fire, or mold damage, coordinating crews, or learning new restoration skills. The atmosphere encourages constant learning, upward mobility, and mutual support, making it a place where you can grow a long-term career, not just punch a clock.