Disaster Response & Restoration Technician

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East

Maple Grove (MN)

On-site

USD 29,000 - 33,000

Full time

10 days ago

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Job summary

Express Employment Professionals - Cincinnati East in Maple Grove, MN is seeking a Mitigation/Restoration Technician to respond to water, fire, and storm damage emergencies. You will perform structural drying, cleaning, demolition, and stabilization for residential and commercial properties.

The role requires physical stamina, technical skill, and professionalism; you will operate pumps, air movers, dehumidifiers, thermal imaging, and moisture meters, while documenting progress for insurance

Qualifications

2+ years in demolition, construction, or restoration.
IICRC WRT or ASD certification preferred.
Must lift 50+ lbs, climb ladders, wear PPE.
Valid driver's license with clean driving record.
Ability to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

Perform water extraction using truck-mounted pumps.
Set, monitor, and adjust drying equipment (air movers, dehumidifiers).
Use thermal imaging cameras and moisture meters to track drying progress.
Clean soot, ash, and smoke damage from structural materials.
Operate odor-neutralizing equipment such as hydroxyl generators and thermal foggers.
Secure damaged properties through board-up and tarping.
Conduct controlled demolition of unsalvageable building materials.
Document notes and photo documentation using company software.
Participate in rotating on-call schedule for after-hours emergency response.