Basic Restoration Technician

BELFOR Property Restoration; Town of Islip (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property restoration company is seeking individuals for operational support in water damage mitigation. This role includes responsibilities like pumping water, mold remediation, and using specialized equipment under supervision. Qualified candidates must demonstrate knowledge of safety protocols, possess a strong work ethic, and be able to lift heavy loads. This position allows for career progression within water damage restoration and includes opportunities for training and professional development.

Qualifications

• Must be able to identify product 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 a professional demeanor and strong work ethic.

Responsibilities

• Receive instructions from the team leader.
• Perform daily inspections of vehicle safety and maintenance.
• Build adequate containment systems under supervision.
• Use cleaning and disinfecting solutions appropriately.
• Work with time constraints to meet deadlines.

Skills

Water pumping and extraction

Mold remediation

Vehicle safety and maintenance inspections

Constructing polyethylene enclosures

Customer service principles

Tools

HEPA vacuum

Non-penetrating and penetrating meters

Job description

This 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

• Receive instructions from 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 proper condition for use.
• Attention to detail.
• Demonstrate mastery of the Book of Damage Caused by the Water of BELFOR.
• Under supervision, build adequate containment systems using appropriate calculations and equipment (Neg Air, HEPA vacuum).
• Properly use cleaning and disinfecting solutions and debris removal techniques from confined areas.
• Use appropriate lifting techniques, sliding pads, and polystyrene foam blocks; protect the client’s personal belongings.
• Under supervision, remove vapor barriers, label recoverable cuttings, create air flow openings, install Injectidry, Directed-In, and Octi-Dry systems, and use non-penetrating and penetrating meters.
• Comply with BELFOR standards to safeguard property.
• Have deep knowledge of customer service and related principles and practices.
• Ability to work with time constraints to meet deadlines.
• Occasional travel and work at night and on weekends may be requested.
• Inform in a timely and accurate manner about time worked and equipment and consumables used.
• Attend BELFOR operations and necessary security training courses.

Requirements

• Water pumping and extraction
• Mold remediation
• Moving and 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 or more, 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.