Water Damage Technician – Chatham

On Side Restoration Services Ltd.; Chatham; On-site; CAD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime opportunities

Extended health coverage

EAP

Group RRSP with DPSP

Life and disability insurance

Advancement opportunities

On-call premium

Job summary

On Side Restoration Services Ltd. is seeking a Water Damage Technician in Ontario to help families and businesses recover after water-related disasters. You will remove water, set up drying equipment, and support emergency mitigation with empathy and urgency.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in restoration or related trades, possess mechanical aptitude, and are prepared for rotating after-hours on-call shifts. IICRC certification is a strong asset, and a valid driver's licence is required.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in restoration, demolition, construction, interior finishing, or related trades.
• IICRC certification (valid or expired) is a strong asset.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal.

Responsibilities

• Perform demolition of affected structures and materials
• Set up and monitor drying equipment
• Clean and restore areas impacted by water-related disasters
• Complete restoration tasks
• Support emergency mitigation efforts as needed

Skills

Mechanical aptitude

Demolition experience

Detail oriented

Organized

Physically fit

Tech savviness

Driver's licence

English communication

Education

IICRC certification

Job description

Position Summary

When water strikes, we fight back!
At On Side, our Water Damage Technicians are the calm in the storm- literally. From burst pipes to sewer surprises, you'll be the first responder who turns chaos into clean, dry order.

You’ll work hands-on to remove water, set up drying equipment, and help restore homes and businesses to their pre-disaster state. Empathy and urgency are key, you're not just fixing spaces, you're helping people through one of their most stressful moments.

Compensation

• Salary Range: $22-$26/hour
• Overtime opportunities (where applicable)
• On-call premium and overtime paid for rotating coverage
• Extended health coverage (medical, dental, vision, etc.)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Group RRSP, with company matching DPSP
• Life and disability insurance
• Opportunities for advancement and internal mobility

What You’ll Do

• Perform demolition of affected structures and materials
• Set up and monitor drying equipment
• Clean and restore areas impacted by water-related disasters
• Complete restoration tasks
• Support emergency mitigation efforts as needed

What You Bring

• 2+ years in restoration, demolition, construction, interior finishing, or related trades
• Previous industry experience as a Water Damage Technician is a strong asset
• IICRC certification (valid or expired) is a strong asset
• Mechanical aptitude- you can look at something and just know how it works
• Demolition experience- careful, mindful, good housekeeping
• Detail oriented and curious
• Organized with a good sense of time- you're rarely late and know where all your tools are
• Physically fit- water damage can, at times, include heavy lifting and getting into (and out of) tight places
• Tech savviness (capability to learn applications and computer programs as required)
• Willing to wear the PPE that is provided for the job, including being clean shaven (if applicable) for half and full-face masks
• Friendly and enjoys working in a team!
• Flexible and available for emergency response work, including evenings, weekends, and extended shifts when required.
• Comfortable working extended hours during peak periods or emergency situations.
• Valid driver's licence & clean drivers abstract
• Able to successfully satisfy On Side’s criminal record check requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal

Why You’ll Love Working Here

• A workplace that values respect, integrity, generosity, excellence and being customer driven
• Opportunities to grow your career and learn from the best in the industry
• A culture that celebrates teamwork, inclusion, and customer-driven service

Of Note:

Disasters can strike at any time so a rotating schedule of 24/7 after hours on-call work is a requirement. Meaning you’ll work regular weekday hours and participate in a rotating after-hours on-call schedule.

At OnSide, everything starts with people. We live our values — respect, integrity, generosity, excellence, and customerfocus — in everything we do.
Join a team that helps families, businesses, and communities rebuild when it matters most. You’ll contribute to a workplace where people come together to bring order to chaos.
Make a real impact, do work that matters, and grow your career with us.

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