Water Damage Restoration Technician

JOIN OUR 36-YEAR TEAM!

*We're looking for top-notch, hard-working people with a desire to advance & succeed!

*WE WILL GLADLY TRAIN ANYONE WITH A POSITIVE ATTITUDE & GOOD WORK ETHIC!

Successful applicants, depending on experience, may apprentice in a paid position for up to six months. May shadow trained technicians that respond to emergencies in homes and businesses caused by water, fire, flood, soot, storm, mold, trauma, and other emergencies.

Employees will be responsible for learning & demonstrating proper mitigation techniques and will be hands-on, working alongside experienced Technicians and Crew Chiefs. Trainee will ultimately be expected to provide excellent quality mitigation by meeting or exceeding accepted industry standards.

Must recognize that they are representatives of the company, professionally conduct themselves, and follow and enforce company policies and procedures. Will learn to ultimately take the lead in dealing with customers while performing mitigation work.

Please note that as a 24/7/365 operation, ALL Service Department personnel participate in an on-call rotation to support emergencies and ongoing company projects.

EXCELLENT ADVANCEMENT POTENTIAL for dedicated, reliable, quick learners who value customer service and excellent work ethics.

A valid Florida Driver's License and a good driving record are REQUIRED.

Responsibilities:

· Will learn & assist in field mitigation activities including demolition, cleaning, emergency flood service, mold remediation, restorative structural drying, fire & smoke damage cleaning and deodorization, content cleaning, pack out and storage, and various other specialized cleanings.

· Will learn & assist in the proper set-up and monitoring of equipment. Upon completion of jobs, the Trainee will learn & assist in picking up, cleaning, and returning all equipment to the shop in a timely fashion.

· Will ensure timely arrival for scheduled appointments with property owners/managers and other parties.

· Will protect customers' property from further damage including, but not limited to, usage of protective shoe covers and floor mats, sealing off containment areas to prevent the spread of dust and other materials, safe removal of furnishings, flooring, walls, etc. Daily, will ensure that tools and materials to be left on-site overnight are organized and placed in a secure location, that trash is removed, and that the client’s property is left as clean as possible, always taking due care with clients' properties and belongings.

· Will ensure cleaning and maintenance of tools, equipment, and facilities, including workspaces; dismantling, cleaning, and reassembling field equipment and other similar tasks.

· Will ensure health and safety procedures are strictly followed, including but not limited to, safe lifting of a minimum of 50#, personal protective equipment, chemical labeling, and job site safety and security.

· Will interact with homeowners, property managers, or other individuals while carrying out job responsibilities. Interactions will be conducted courteously and professionally by uniformed personnel.

· Will proactively will communicate issues, concerns, and problems, that may affect or are affecting, the completion of a job to the immediate supervisor.

· Will attend periodic training and education development programs whenever available to improve skills, safety, and overall value to the company.

· Will provide after-hours emergency support as part of a rotating on-call emergency team.

· Will perform all other duties as may be assigned.

Qualifications:

· Experience in the mitigation industry is helpful.

· High school Diploma or GED.

· An ability to interpret verbal directions and understand job work orders is a must.

· Strong work ethic and ability to finish a task a must.

· Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures within the mitigation field is a plus.

MUST PASS A BACKGROUND CHECK AND HAVE A GOOD DRIVING RECORD.

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: $18.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental Insurance
• Health Insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus opportunities

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)

Work Location: In person