Water Technician

Canstar-Restorations; Calgary; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Extended health and dental benefits

Career advancement opportunities

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Lydale is seeking a Water Technician to restore homes after fire or flood across western Canada. On-site demolition, drying, and restoration work vary daily; overtime and on-call shifts are common in this 24/7 emergency service role.

Training is available for junior technicians, with strong safety practices and teamwork emphasized. Join a rugged, supportive crew focused on helping customers recover and rebuild, while gaining hands-on experience with specialized equipment and field-leading

Qualifications

• Experience in fire and flood restoration is preferred, but junior training is offered.
• Must be able to lift 50 pounds and work on variable sites.
• Willingness to work overtime and on-call shifts.

Responsibilities

• Complete paperwork such as Site Safety Assessments and Work Authorizations.
• Monitor drying progress and document moisture levels.
• Set up and operate water extraction and dehumidifying equipment.
• Assist with demolition and removal of damaged materials.

Skills

Fire and Flood restoration

Demolition

On-call availability

Tools

Moisture meters

Truck-mounted pumps

Injectidry equipment

Job description

Operating since 1978, Lydale is one of western Canada's most trusted full-service property restoration contractors, specializing in complete clean-up and reconstruction (both commercial and residential) of property damaged from wind, water, and/or fire. In spring of 2024 Lydale joined forces with Canstar Restorations. Canstar, founded in 1985, has grown to include 18 offices servicing British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan.

We love taking part in community events and are pleased to help our furry friends by sponsoring the BCSPCA. We pride ourselves as being the best in the restoration industry by providing excellent service, prioritizing safety, and delivering a very high level of quality work to our customers.

We take good care of our team too! We like to have fun and celebrate our success.

Position Overview

As a Water Technician, you will be making a difference in people’s lives by helping restore their homes after they have experienced a fire or flood. For a Water Technician, no day is the same and you will be on different sites every day. This position has a lot of overtime potential and is great for people who are looking to bulk their pay cheque! We are looking for people who are skilled in or are looking to learn: demolition, fire restoration, flood drying and restoration.

Duties and Responsibilities…

• Complete paperwork i.e., Site Safety Assessments, Work Authorizations, Demo Work Order, and Psychometry
• Monitor job sites and document drying
• Use meters to identify wet areas
• Complete water extraction, setting up and monitoring drying and dehumidifying equipment, creating drying plans based on IICRC guidelines.
• Support 3‑step bio wash
• Mark‑out non‑restorable materials for removal
• Controlled demolition, removal of damaged materials like drywall, flooring, and finishing’s
• Operate and maintain a truck mount
• Use injectidry and other specialty equipment
• Disengage and cut seams in affected carpet
• Assist with removal of door hardware/fixtures
• Set up and remove scaffolding
• Assist with board‑ups

Health and Safety

• Ensure that self and others adhere to Lydale’s health and safety practices and procedures
• Ensure good housekeeping is kept to perform work safely and efficiently
• Understand safety policies and protocols
• Ensure that self and others on site are wearing all required PPE, when required

Who we are looking for:

• Fire and Flood restoration and/or demolition experience is an asset. We are always looking for experienced technicians and leads.
• No experience required for junior technicians. We will train you in demolition and restoration if you are looking for a new career.
• The physical ability to bend, reach, lift 50 pounds safely and repeatedly and stand throughout your shift.
• An eagerness to bulk your paycheck with overtime hours as we are a 24/7 emergency services company, and all positions will have a component of on‑call work on a rotational basis.
• A great attitude and willingness to do what it takes to get the job done and serve our customers. We have a fun and hard‑working team and are looking for someone with the skills to complement them.
• The ability to wear personal protective equipment to keep you safe on site, including a respirator. Facial hair that will allow you to wear a respirator safely is limited to a clean shave, a moustache and/or a small goatee.
• A driver’s license and personal vehicle to attend on call sites is a must (mileage is reimbursed).
• We enter people’s homes and drive company vehicles, so a clean criminal record as it relates to work and a drivers abstract with only minor infractions is required.

Working Conditions:

• Must be flexible to work overtime, evenings, and weekends on occasion.
• On‑call shifts as required

Perks of working for Lydale…

• Extended health and dentalbenefitsfor you and your family
• Great companycultureandcareeradvancementopportunities
• Industry‑related Tuition Reimbursement (50% - 100% of tuition costs!)