Lead Water Damage & Restoration Specialist

On Side; Peterborough; On-site; CAD 33,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health coverage

Employee assistance program

Group RRSP with company matching DPSP

Life and disability insurance

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

On Side is seeking a Lead Water Damage Technician for the Peterborough, ON area. You will guide a team, perform hands-on drying work, and ensure high safety and quality standards during water-related restorations.

The role requires WRT IICRC certification, 2+ years of experience, and the ability to coordinate multi-unit assessments in line with IICRC guidelines. A rotation for after-hours on-call is included in the schedule.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of industry experience
• WRT IICRC certified
• Knowledge of structural drying procedures and multi-unit assessments per IICRC guidelines
• Technical expertise with drying tools (air movers, dehumidifiers, etc.)
• Tech-savvy: documenting with apps/software and reporting

Responsibilities

• Lead by example and mentor team members to ensure efficient workflow
• Hands-on work on tools while maintaining safety and quality
• Perform Structural Drying Assessments
• Conduct demolition of affected structures and materials
• Set up and monitor drying equipment
• Clean and restore areas affected by water damage
• Support emergency mitigation efforts as needed

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Problem solving under pressure

English communication

Time management

Education

WRT IICRC Certification

Tools

Air movers

Negative air machines

Pressurized drying systems

Dehumidifiers

Floor drying systems

Job description

On Side is seeking a Lead Water Damage Technician for the Peterborough, ON area. You will guide a team, perform hands-on drying work, and ensure high safety and quality standards during water-related restorations.

The role requires WRT IICRC certification, 2+ years of experience, and the ability to coordinate multi-unit assessments in line with IICRC guidelines. A rotation for after-hours on-call is included in the schedule.