Crew Chief: Water & Fire Restoration Leader

Servicemaster Dsi; Peoria (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Advancement opportunities

Paid time off

Bonus based on performance

Competitive salary

Job summary

ServiceMaster Restore is seeking an experienced Lead Restoration Technician / Crew Chief to oversee water, fire and smoke mitigation projects. You will direct field operations, lead technicians and subcontractors, and ensure compliance with IICRC S500 and S700 standards.

The role requires 3–5+ years in restoration, a valid driver’s license, and ability to lift 50+ lbs. You will manage moisture work, perform inspections, and mentor staff in a dynamic, essential-services environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years of experience in restoration, mitigation, or disaster recovery.
• Demonstrated leadership or crew lead experience.
• Valid driver’s license with acceptable driving record.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs and work in physically demanding environments.
• Availability for emergency response and on-call rotation.

Responsibilities

• Lead water damage restoration, fire and smoke mitigation, and related remediation projects.
• Direct daily jobsite operations for technicians and subcontractors.
• Perform moisture inspections, moisture mapping, and psychrometric calculations.
• Determine drying, cleaning, containment, and deodorization strategies in coordination with Project Management.
• Set up, monitor, and adjust drying, filtration, and air scrubber equipment.
• Oversee controlled demolition and removal per approved scope.
• Enforce PPE usage, containment, and cross-contamination control.
• Conduct quality control inspections to ensure compliance with IICRC standards and SOPs.
• Document moisture readings, equipment placement, job progress, and photos using restoration software.
• Communicate professionally with customers, adjusters, and internal teams.
• Train, mentor, and evaluate technicians at all skill levels.

Skills

Leadership

Experience 3-5+ years

Emergency response readiness

Education

IICRC WRT

FSRT

ASD

AMRT

Tools

Restoration software

Job management software

Job description

ServiceMaster Restore is seeking an experienced Lead Restoration Technician / Crew Chief to oversee water, fire and smoke mitigation projects. You will direct field operations, lead technicians and subcontractors, and ensure compliance with IICRC S500 and S700 standards.

The role requires 3–5+ years in restoration, a valid driver’s license, and ability to lift 50+ lbs. You will manage moisture work, perform inspections, and mentor staff in a dynamic, essential-services environment.