Carpenter/Reconstruction Technician

RestoreCore, Inc.; Edison (NJ); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

RestoreCore, Inc. is seeking a Reconstruction Technician to collaborate with management in delivering construction and repair projects. This role involves hands-on work across various trades, ensuring quality and timeliness while supervising subcontracted teams. Ideal candidates will possess essential restoration certifications and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• Obtain WRT and FSRT certifications within the first year.
• Possess OSHA 10 Hour Safety Certification.
• Read and comprehend basic instructions.

Responsibilities

• Perform quality work on repair projects to meet budget.
• Supervise active construction projects and assist with emergencies.
• Collect necessary documents for project start phase.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving ability

Time management

Education

Water Restoration Technician (WRT) certification

Fire and Smoke Restoration Technician (FSRT) certification

OSHA 10 Hour Safety Certification

Job description

POSITION SUMMARY:

A Reconstruction Technician will function under direct supervision of the Project Manager and Director of Construction. Recon Tech will perform repair projects utilizing a combination of in house and subcontracted resources. They will also assist the Project Manager with field supervision of active construction projects. The Recon Tech will be able to perform a variety of trades including trim and finish carpentry, drywall, painting, cabinet install, basic plumbing, basic electric, tile, and basic flooring. This position will contribute to project profitability and will be expected to consistently meet and/or exceed project budgets.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Perform repair projects as outlined in Work Orders producing quality work in accordance with established budgets
• Generate mutually agreed upon punch lists for reconstruction projects, completing the items as necessary to close out projects.
• Assist the Project Manager with project start phase by collecting HIC agreements, customer selection sheets, and other items necessary to begin reconstruction projects.
• File for and obtain construction permits as needed
• Supervise active construction projects by completing walk throughs, physical inspections, and verifying work was completed per subcontractor agreement
• Conduct progress review meetings with customers to verify satisfaction and set future project expectations
• Using acquired knowledge, perform Fire and Water Damage Restoration through the physical completion of projects and supervision of ongoing projects
• Assist with emergency mitigation projects in times of increased volume.
• Participate on emergency on call schedule during times of increased volume.
• Understand and utilize all project paperwork in accordance with RestoreCore policies
• Utilize DASH software to update project details, notes, create and close work orders, and pull reports.
• Your job responsibilities also include overtime as an essential function of your job because company workloads can increase unexpectedly.
• Consistently demonstrate RestoreCore’s commitment to customer service
• Maintain company vehicles and equipment in a manner that protects our resources and preserves the life cycle of our equipment
• Be aware of and consistently practice RestoreCore’s safety policies and procedures • Other duties assigned by supervisor
• Lead crews and supervise sub contracted labor
• Maintain on site control of job from start to finish ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures
• Align job site activities to the project schedule
• Order materials as needed for reconstruction
• Possess Water Restoration Technician (WRT) and Fire and Smoke Restoration Technician (FSRT) IICRC certifications, within 1^st year of employment
• Possess OSHA 10 Hour Safety Certification
• DASH Documentation – Upload photos, Log Notes, Documents, work orders, etc.
• Complete Fit Test for PPE – Knowledge and use
• Possess effective communication skills – homeowners, managers, site staff
• Possess effective written communication skills
• Read and comprehend simple English, instructions and correspondence
• Must be able to exercise good judgment and to understand and carry out written and/or oral instructions, along with sound problem solving ability.

PROJECT AND WORKFLOW RESPONSIBILITES

• Lead crews and supervise sub contracted labor
• Maintain on site control of job from start to finish ensuring compliance with established policies and procedures
• Align job site activities to the project schedule
• Order materials as needed for reconstruction

SKILLS AND TRAINING

• Possess Water Restoration Technician (WRT) and Fire and Smoke Restoration Technician (FSRT) IICRC certifications, within 1^st year of employment
• Possess OSHA 10 Hour Safety Certification
• DASH Documentation – Upload photos, Log Notes, Documents, work orders, etc.
• Complete Fit Test for PPE – Knowledge and use
• Possess effective communication skills – homeowners, managers, site staff
• Possess effective written communication skills
• Read and comprehend simple English, instructions and correspondence
• Must be able to exercise good judgment and to understand and carry out written and/or oral instructions, along with sound problem solving ability.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; sit; bend; stoop; twist; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee must regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT and ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Possible exposure to extreme cold and extreme heat would be a reasonable description of the work environment and characteristics included in the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.