Disaster Response Technician: Restore Homes & Grow Your Career

ServiceMaster by McCann; Carlstadt (NJ); On-site; USD 27,552 - 34,440; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Health insurance

Paid time off

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

A leading restoration company is looking for a Disaster Response Technician in Carlstadt, NJ. You will assist in mitigating damage from disasters while providing exceptional service. Essential skills include teamwork and attention to detail, and candidates preferably have 2+ years in relevant fields. This full-time position offers competitive pay of $20.00 – $25.00 per hour, along with health benefits, 401(k) options, and opportunities for career growth. Join us to make a difference in your community.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in mitigation, construction, or related fields (will train motivated candidates).
• Valid Driver’s License & Background Check required for all technicians.
• Multilingual candidates are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist in disaster recovery efforts using specialized equipment and techniques.
• Evaluate, document, and restore damaged properties.
• Communicate professionally with customers and team members.
• Work safely in hazardous environments while following protocols.
• Complete projects and make a real impact.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Strong work ethic

Job description

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Disaster Response Technician – Paul Davis Restoration

Make a Difference in Your Community
Paul Davis Restoration helps homes and businesses recover from disasters. As a Disaster Response Technician, you will play a crucial role in mitigating damage from water, fire, mold, and storms while providing exceptional service to those in need.

What You’ll Do:

✔ Assist in disaster recovery efforts using specialized equipment and techniques
✔ Evaluate, document, and restore damaged properties
✔ Communicate professionally with customers and team members
✔ Work safely in hazardous environments while following protocols
✔ Take pride in completing projects and making a real impact

Why Join Paul Davis?

✅ Industry Leader – Trusted in restoration and reconstruction
✅ Career Growth – Training, leadership development, and promotion opportunities
✅ Great Pay & Benefits – $18–$20/hr + overtime, health insurance, 401(k), bonuses
✅ Supportive Team Culture – We value honesty, integrity, and teamwork
✅ Long-Term Career Opportunity – Many employees have been with us for 5+ years

Who We’re Looking For:

✔ Hardworking & Reliable – Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and teamwork
✔ Experienced or Willing to Learn – 2+ years in mitigation, construction, or related fields (will train motivated candidates)
✔ Valid Driver’s License & Background Check – Required for all technicians
✔ Flexible Schedule – Ability to work occasional weekends
✔ Multilingual Candidates – A plus!

Apply Today!

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Referral program

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Overtime
• Year-round work

Supplemental Pay:

• Bonus opportunities

Application Question(s):

• Do you hold a valid driver’s license?
• Do you have any IICRC certifications? If so, which?
• This position may require working odd hours, overtime (1.5x pay), or on-call shifts to assist customers in emergencies. Are you comfortable with this schedule?
• Which of our core values resonates most with you, and how do you incorporate it into your work?
• What excites you most about the opportunity to work as a Mitigation Technician with Paul Davis?

Compensation: $18.00 - $22.00 per hour

Since 1966, Paul Davis has been an industry leader in the areas of property damage mitigation, reconstruction and remodeling. With more than 370 offices in our franchise network, the company serves residential, institutional, and commercial customers and clients across the United States and Canada.

We have built our heritage one project at a time, establishing a reputation for performance, integrity and responsibility among customers and carriers alike. Whether property damage is caused by water, fire, smoke, storms or other disasters, we deliver on our promise to deliver excellence, expertise and a customer experience that is second to none. At Paul Davis, our passion for quality drives everything we do.

Our Vision:

To Provide Extraordinary Care While Serving People In Their Time Of Need.

Our Values:

Deliver What You Promise

Respect The Individual

Have Pride In What You Do

Our Mission:

Do you have any IICRC certifications? If so, which? *

What aspects of the Mitigation Technician job interest you the most?

I was referred to this position by a current employee

Because Paul Davis is a franchise organization, benefits vary based on franchisee.

Opportunity for Overtime

Paid Time Off

Opportunity for Advancement

Great Company Culture

In my job, I find stability, flexibility, personal development, and fulfillment. I have recommended Paul Davis as a place to work and will continue. Because the nature of our business is helping people, I find a trend of people who care a lot about their work, both at a franchise level and the corporate level.