Disaster Restoration Tech — On‑Call, Training & Growth

1800 Water Damage of Birmingham,Al; Bloomington (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Advancement opportunities

Paid time off

Training and development

Paid holidays

Paid training

Growth and career advancement

Health insurance

Job summary

1800 Water Damage of Birmingham,Al is hiring a Water Damage Technician to assist the team in performing professional mitigation and disaster response services for 1-800 Water Damage. The role requires punctuality, proper uniform, and a commitment to customer service while learning training procedures on the job.

The position emphasizes lifting capability, valid driver's license, and the ability to handle both skilled and unskilled tasks with thorough paperwork completion.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Valid Driver’s License with good driving record.
• Physical ability to stand, walk, sit, use hands, and lift up to 75 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Perform unskilled and skilled labor as assigned.
• Show up on time for shifts in proper uniform and well-groomed.
• Be available for on‑call and emergencies.
• Learn and practice commitment to customer service.
• Fill out paperwork properly (Timesheets, PO Forms, Field Check‑list).
• Monitor loss and document readings.
• Exercise good judgment and understand and carry out written or oral instructions, along with sound problem‑solving ability.

Skills

Physical ability

Good driving record

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Company Overview

1-800 WATER DAMAGE is a trusted property restoration company serving customers across the nation. With locations spanning coast-to-coast, we help home and business owners return their property to its original condition, while restoring what truly matters—health and safety. Our team is fully vetted, IICRC-certified, and insured for your safety.

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
  
  

Company Overview

1-800 WATER DAMAGE is a trusted property restoration company serving customers across the nation. With locations spanning coast-to-coast, we help home and business owners return their property to its original condition, while restoring what truly matters—health and safety. Our team is fully vetted, IICRC-certified, and insured for your safety.

Job Summary

The Water Damage Technician will assist other team members by providing skilled & unskilled labor while learning the techniques & receiving training required while performing professional mitigation & disaster response services for 1-800 Water Damage.

Responsibilities

• Perform unskilled & skilled labor as assigned.
• Show up on time for shifts, in proper uniform & well-groomed.
• Be available for on-call & emergencies.
• Learn & practice commitment to customer service.
• Fill out paperwork properly; (Timesheets, PO Forms, Field Check-list).
• Monitor loss & document readings.
• Must be able to exercise good judgment & to understand & carry out written & or oral instructions, along with sound problem-solving ability. .
  
  

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must maintain a valid Driver’s License & maintain a good driving record
• Must be able to stand; walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel – reach with hands & arms and talk or hear.
• Must be able to regularly lift and or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 lbs.
  
  

Benefits/Perks

• Paid Holidays
• PTO
• Paid Training
• Growth and Career Advancement Opportunities
• Health Insurance
  
  

Compensation: $20.00 - $22.00 per hour

Choose a Rewarding Career with 1-800 WATER DAMAGE

1-800 WATER DAMAGE is a trusted property restoration company serving customers across the nation. With locations spanning coast-to-coast, we help home and business owners return their property to its original condition, while restoring what truly matters—health and safety. Our team is fully vetted, IICRC-certified, and insured for your safety.

What We Do

We handle a range of restoration projects including emergency mitigation, water damage restoration, carpet cleaning, fire and smoke damage restoration, sewage cleanup, mold remediation, and much more. We understand how stressful this situation can be, which is why we are equipped to help you deal with insurance companies, property management, and the many other parties interested or involved with the damage. Our water damage technicians, sales teams, and administrative professionals take pride in helping others through home and commercial building restoration.

Our Values

Owned by the BELFOR Franchise Group, 1-800 WATER DAMAGE is dedicated to excellence. We provide services with a personal touch but are also backed by the expertise of an internationally renowned restoration company. Because clients are going through an extremely difficult and emotionally taxing time, we provide caring support, upfront communication, and effective services. We believe in full transparency, which is why we provide customized solutions and pricing upfront.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to 1-800-Water Damage Corporate.