Disaster Restoration Technician

Pulliam Restoration; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 20,457 - 29,136; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

PTO and paid holidays

Performance bonus opportunities

Job summary

A commercial-focused property restoration company in Columbia, SC is seeking a Restoration Technician. This role involves emergency response to water, fire, and mold mitigation projects. The ideal candidate should have a strong work ethic, be physically capable, and possess good communication skills. The job requires working long hours and overtime during high-demand situations, with a starting pay of $18 per hour and significant overtime opportunities. Advance into leadership roles is possible.

Qualifications

• Comfortable working long hours when needed.
• Understanding that emergency response is not 9–5.
• Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Emergency response to residential and commercial losses.
• Water extraction and equipment setup.
• Controlled demolition and removal of damaged materials.
• Communicating professionally with clients and project managers.

Skills

Strong work ethic and reliability

Physical capability to lift and move heavy equipment

Mechanical aptitude and problem-solving ability

Coachability and willingness to learn

Professional communication skills

Job description

Pulliam Restoration – Columbia, SC
Full-Time | Career Path | Performance-Based Growth

Pulliam Restoration is seeking a driven, dependable Restoration Technician to join our mitigation team.

This role is for individuals who take pride in their work, show up ready to perform, and want to build a long-term career in the restoration industry.

Restoration is not a desk job. It is physical, fast-paced, and high-responsibility work that directly impacts people during some of the most stressful times of their lives.

If you want meaningful work and the opportunity to grow - we want to talk.

The Role

As a Restoration Technician, you will respond to water, fire, mold, and specialty mitigation projects and assist in returning properties to safe, pre-loss condition.

Responsibilities include:

• Emergency response to residential and commercial losses
• Water extraction, equipment setup, and monitoring
• Moisture mapping and job documentation
• Controlled demolition and removal of damaged materials
• Cleaning, sanitation, and containment setup
• Operating specialized drying and restoration equipment
• Maintaining organized job sites, vehicles, and equipment
• Communicating professionally with clients and project managers
• Adhering strictly to safety standards and company procedures

Work Expectations

Restoration is an on-demand industry.

This is a full-time position that routinely requires extended hours, overtime, and on-call availability. Work weeks often range between 45–50 hours, and may exceed that during storm events or high-volume periods.

This role is best suited for individuals who:

• Are comfortable working long hours when the workload requires it
• Understand that emergency response does not operate on a 9–5 schedule
• Want strong earning potential through overtime
• Take pride in being dependable when clients need us most

If you are seeking a consistent 40-hour workweek with minimal overtime, this role may not be the right fit.

What We Look For

• Strong work ethic and reliability
• Physical capability to lift and move heavy equipment
• Mechanical aptitude and problem‑solving ability
• Coachability and willingness to learn
• Professional communication skills
• Valid driver's license with clean driving record

Preferred but not required:

• IICRC certifications (WRT, ASD, AMRT, etc.)
• OSHA 10 or 30
• Construction or mitigation experience

We will train the right candidate. Attitude and effort matter.

Compensation & Benefits

• Starting at $18 per hour minimum
• Higher pay based on experience, certifications, and performance
• Significant overtime opportunities
• Performance bonus opportunities
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• PTO and paid holidays
• Clear advancement path into Lead Technician and Crew Chief roles

About Pulliam Restoration

Pulliam Restoration is a commercial-focused property restoration company serving South Carolina and surrounding areas.

We are Commercial Restoration Experts™ – Ready 24/7 and Respond In MINUTES, Not Hours™.

We specialize in:

• Water Damage Mitigation
• Fire & Smoke Damage
• Mold Remediation
• Specialty & Technical Recovery
• Large Commercial Loss

We operate with clear accountability, structured processes, and a commitment to excellence.

How to Apply

Submit your resume along with a brief message explaining:

• Why this industry interests you
• What separates you from the average applicant

We are looking for individuals who want to work hard, grow professionally, and be part of a team that takes pride in doing things the right way.