Lead Technician Water and Fire remediation

Paul Davis Restoration of SE NJ Shore · United States

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Competitive salary
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

• Take ownership of water and fire mitigation jobs after the initial inspection and job plan have been established
• Lead technicians and temporary labor on active jobsites
• Set up and monitor drying equipment, including air movers, dehumidifiers, and air filtration devices
• Perform and oversee water extraction, demolition, cleaning, drying, and debris removal
• Perform fire and smoke damage cleaning and assist with contents handling and structural cleaning
• Complete emergency services including tarping, board-up, and temporary protection as needed
• Take moisture readings and monitor drying progress
• Identify changes in job conditions and communicate them to the Mitigation Lead
• Ensure required photos, documentation, readings, and daily job information are completed accurately
• Maintain proper containment, PPE, and jobsite safety practices
• Keep jobsites organized, clean, and professional throughout the project
• Communicate professionally with homeowners, property managers, and other customers during stressful situations
• Direct technicians so everyone understands the day’s work and expectations
• Maintain company equipment, tools, vehicles, and materials
• Ensure trucks are clean, organized, and properly stocked
• Participate in the on-call rotation for emergency losses, including nights and weekends as needed
• Assist in mold remediation as necessary

• Previous experience in water mitigation, fire restoration, or a related restoration field
• Ability to independently manage the day-to-day execution of a mitigation job
• Strong understanding of water extraction, demolition, drying equipment, moisture monitoring, and structural drying
• Ability to lead and direct other technicians on the jobsite
• Strong attention to documentation, cleanliness, and jobsite organization
• Professional communication skills with customers and coworkers
• Ability to recognize when field conditions differ from the original plan and escalate appropriately
• Strong work ethic, accountability, and willingness to take ownership of results
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Ability to lift up to 75 lbs and perform physically demanding restoration work
• Ability to work flexible hours and respond to emergency losses

• IICRC Water Restoration Technician (WRT) certification
• Applied Structural Drying (ASD) certification or experience
• Fire and Smoke Restoration Technician (FSRT) certification or fire restoration experience
• Experience supervising technicians or small crews
• Experience with restoration documentation software and moisture-mapping procedures

• Competitive pay based on experience and certifications
• Performance bonuses and referral incentives
• Paid training and additional IICRC certifications
• Opportunity to grow into Mitigation Lead, Supervisor, Project Management, or other leadership roles
• Opportunity to help build processes and standards within a growing restoration company
• Strong team culture built around pride, accountability, professionalism, and respect
• Purpose-driven work helping homeowners and businesses recover after property damage