Basic Restoration Technician

Plumbing Professors; Sterling, Northern (VA, KY); On-site; USD 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with match

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid holidays and paid time off

Job summary

BELFOR USA Group, Inc in Sterling, VA is seeking a Basic Restoration Technician to support mitigation efforts for clients. The role involves water pumping, extraction, mold removal, and operating specialized equipment under supervision.

The position requires strong customer service, safety awareness, and the ability to work nights or weekends as needed. Training will cover MSDS protocols and equipment operation, with opportunities for career growth within the BELFOR network.

Qualifications

• Experience in water mitigation and mold remediation.
• Ability to follow MSDS protocols and safety rules.
• Comfort with using specialized equipment under supervision.

Responsibilities

• Receive instructions from the team leader.
• Perform water pumping, extraction, and mold remediation tasks.
• Inspect and maintain vehicle safety and cleanliness.
• Assist in constructing containment and setting up drying equipment.
• Document work and comply with safety training requirements.

Skills

Water pumping

Mold remediation

Customer service

Time management

Tools

Water extractor

HEPA vacuum

Scraper & rinse rod

Neg Air system

Injectidry system

Directed-In system

Octi-Dry system

Job description

Basic Restoration Technician#13076Sterling, Virginia, United StatesApply### Location Code1005### DivisonBELFOR USA Group, Inc### Job TypeFull Time### Pay TypeHourly### Compensation and BenefitsBELFOR and BELFOR Franchise Group (BFG) offer competitive pay and a wide range of benefit options including, but not limited to, 401(k) with match, medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, an Employee Assistance Program, paid holidays, and paid time off. This position has a pay range of $17.00 to $20.00 per hour.### Position OverviewThis position is responsible for providing operational support in mitigation efforts for clients. Qualified candidates must have the ability to perform tasks related to pumping and extracting water, as well as mold removal, and must use various types of specialized equipment under supervision. This position represents level 2 in the progressive itinerary of Water Damage.**Responsibilities*** Must be able to receive the instructions provided by the team leader.* Know and understand the MSDS protocols for the chemical products used during mitigation processes.* Perform daily inspections of vehicle safety and maintenance and keep these clean and in perfect conditions of use.* Attention to details.* Must demonstrate mastery of the Book of Damage Caused by the Water of BELFOR.* Under supervision, you must demonstrate understanding and proper use of the scraper and rinse rod, the weighed trawl, the weighed extractor, the water extractor, the portable extraction unit and the appropriate legal discharge and drainage systems. Water.* Under supervision, you must build adequate containment systems, using appropriate calculations and equipment (Neg Air, HEPA vacuum).* Properly use cleaning / disinfecting solutions and debris removal techniques from confined areas.* Use under supervision appropriate lifting techniques, sliding pads, polystyrene foam blocks; take care and protect the personal belongings of the client.* Under Supervision, you must properly remove the vapor barriers, remove and label the recoverable cuttings, make holes for air to flow, install an Injectidry system, a Directed-In system and an Octi-Dry system, use non-penetrating and penetrating meters.* The professional will be obliged to comply with the standards of BELFOR to safeguard the property of other people.* Must have a deep knowledge of customer service, as well as the principles and practices of this.* Ability to work with time constraints to meet specific deadlines.* You will be periodically requested to travel and work at night and during weekends.* You must inform in a timely and accurate manner about the time worked and the equipment and consumables used.* Attend the operations sponsored by BELFOR and the security training courses that are necessary.**Requirements*** Water pumping and extraction* Mold remediation* Moving & re-setting contents* Setting drying equipment* Antimicrobial applications as appropriate* Vehicle safety and maintenance inspections* Maintaining vehicles in clean serviceable condition* Constructing polyethylene enclosures* Removing and disposing of debris* Maintaining equipment used in daily tasks* Additional other duties as required**Qualifications*** Must be able to identify Product (consumables), usage and disposal requirements with training* Must have knowledge of various pump systems* Eligible to operate a motor vehicle per BELFOR's vehicle policy* Possess sense of urgency, professional demeanor, positive attitude, and strong work ethic* English language literacy and fluency**Physical Demands*** Frequent lifting in excess of 50 lbs* Occasional lifting from 41 lbs +, assisted (up to 50% of the time)* Access and mobility in tight spaces* Sustained periods of standing, sitting, walking, bending, and kneeling* Ability to use mobile devices for collection of data and time.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. ***Disclaimer****The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.*