Basic Restoration Technician

BELFOR Holdings Inc.; Ypsilanti (MI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid holidays

Paid time off

Life insurance

Job summary

BELFOR Holdings Inc. in Ypsilanti, Michigan is seeking a Basic Restoration Technician to support water damage mitigation efforts. You will pump, extract water, remove mold and set up drying equipment under supervision, using a range of BELFOR tools and containment methods.

Responsibilities include following MSDS protocols, performing safety inspections, and traveling or working nights/weekends as needed. Strong English, attention to detail, and a customer-service focus are required.

Qualifications

• Water pumping and extraction experience with mitigation projects.
• Mold remediation experience and knowledge of containment practices.
• Vehicle safety and maintenance inspections are required.
• English language literacy and fluency.

Responsibilities

• Receive instructions from team leader and work under supervision.
• Know and follow MSDS protocols for chemicals used during mitigation.
• Perform daily vehicle safety inspections and keep vehicles clean.
• Build containment systems using appropriate equipment and calculations.
• Under supervision, install Injectidry, Directed-In and Octi-Dry systems.
• Use cleaning and disinfecting solutions and remove debris safely.
• Record time worked and materials used accurately.
• Attend required security and safety trainings.

Skills

Water pumping and extraction

Mold remediation

Moving & re-setting contents

Setting drying equipment

Antimicrobial applications

Vehicle safety inspections

Maintaining equipment

Constructing enclosures

Debris removal

English language fluency

Tools

Scraper and rinse rod

Weighed trawl

Weighed extractor

Water extractor

Portable extraction unit

Neg Air / HEPA equipment

Injectidry/Directed-In/Octi-Dry systems

Job description

Basic Restoration Technician#12901Ypsilanti, Michigan, United StatesApply X Facebook LinkedIn Email Copy### Location Code1018### 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 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.*