Contents Crew Lead

First Onsite Property Restoration; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health and dental benefits

RRSP matching

Job summary

First Onsite Property Restoration is seeking a Contents Crew Lead (Internally known as Contents Technician II) to guide projects and mentor teammates in restoration efforts. You’ll take pride in restoring items affected by fire, water, and mold while mastering specialized equipment and ensuring accurate contents tracking.

You’ll lead by example, keep meticulous records, and maintain safety and schedules on every job, helping clients recover what matters most.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in restoration, emergency services, or a related field
• Strong knowledge of cleaning methods for fire, water, and mold restoration
• Experience operating Ozone and Hydroxyl machines or similar restoration equipment
• Excellent attention to detail with strong organizational and teamwork skills
• Ability to guide Contents Technician I team members
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and comfortable using mobile devices and apps
• Certifications required: WRT, FSRT, and OCT
• Additional certifications (asset): CCT, RRT, UFT, AMRT
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving abstract
• Must participate in rotating on-call schedule
• Ability to perform physical labor, material handling, lifting, ladders, respirator use, and work in tight spaces

Responsibilities

• Restore items affected by fire, water, and mold
• Guide and mentor Contents Technician I and other team members
• Operate and become proficient with restoration equipment and cleaning systems
• Track and photograph contents and keep meticulous records
• Maintain safety, quality and schedule on projects
• Lead by example to create a positive and efficient work environment

Skills

Team leadership

Attention to detail

MS Office

Mobile devices usage

Safety orientation

Education

WRT

FSRT

OCT

CCT

RRT

AMRT

Tools

Ozone machines

Hydroxyl machines

Restoration equipment

Job description

If you enjoy hands‑on work, learning advanced restoration techniques, and mentoring others, this is the role for you. As a Contents Crew Lead (Internally known as Contents Technician II), you’ll play a key part in helping people recover what matters most. You’ll take pride in restoring items affected by fire, water, and mold while guiding teammates, mastering specialized equipment, and making a real impact on every project.

A DAY IN THE LIFE OF A CONTENTS CREW LEAD

As a Contents Crew Lead, no two days are ever the same. One morning you might be restoring treasured family photos, and by afternoon you could be cleaning specialized equipment or mentoring a new team member. You roll up your sleeves and dive into each job with focus and pride, using advanced tools and cleaning systems to bring belongings back to life. You track and photograph contents, keep meticulous records, and make sure every item is handled with care. You troubleshoot, problem‑solve, and stay one step ahead to keep projects on schedule. You take ownership of your work and lead by example, creating a positive, efficient, and safe environment for your team. Every day, your skill, energy, and attention to detail help turn chaos into calm for clients when they need it most.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year of experience in restoration, emergency services, or a related field
• Strong knowledge of cleaning methods for fire, water, and mold restoration
• Experience operating Ozone and Hydroxyl machines or similar restoration equipment
• Excellent attention to detail with strong organizational and teamwork skills
• Ability to guide and support Contents Technician I team members
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and comfortable using mobile devices and apps
• Certifications required: Water Damage Restoration Technician (WRT), Fire and Smoke Restoration Technician (FSRT), and Odor Control Technician (OCT)
• Additional certifications considered an asset: Commercial Carpet Cleaning (CCT), Carpet Repair and Reinstallation (RRT), Upholstery and Fabric Cleaning (UFT), and Applied Microbial Remediation (AMRT)
• Valid driver's license and clean driving abstract
• Must be able to participate in a rotating on-call schedule
• Ability to complete work activities which may include physical labour, material handling and lifting, climbing ladders, wearing a respirator, and working in tight spaces (attics, basements, and crawlspaces)

Who We Are

At First Onsite, the work you do every day makes a real impact. You’ll help communities rebuild and families recover after unexpected events. We offer competitive pay, comprehensive health and dental benefits, and RRSP matching because we believe in taking care of our people. You’ll have opportunities to learn, grow, and build a lasting career across Canada in a culture that values care, collaboration, and doing the right thing. If you thrive in a team environment and want to make a meaningful difference, we’d love to hear from you.

Let’s Rebuild Together

Your next opportunity starts here.

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