Emergency Content Restoration Technician

atiexternal; Gaithersburg (MD); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

atiexternal is seeking a Restoration Technician to join our emergency services and contents restoration team in Maryland. You will follow safety protocols, handle hazardous materials, and perform on-site cleanup and content handling for residential and commercial properties.

The role requires after-hours and weekend emergency response, physical labor, use of PPE, and coordination with team to restore structures while complying with OSHA/HAZWOPER and EPA requirements.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• 2–4 years construction experience in water/fire damage.
• OSHA 40 hr HAZWOPER certification required.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Forklift operator certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform content restoration work on residential and commercial properties.
• Conduct cleanup, packing, on-location cleaning, HVAC cleaning and deodorization.
• Assist inventory of site contents and setup/removal of equipment.
• Follow safety rules and wear PPE; supervise hazardous materials handling.

Skills

Teamwork

Emergency response readiness

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

2–4 years Construction experience (water/fire damage)

OSHA 40 hr HAZWOPER

Current State Driver's license

Forklift operator certification

Tools

Ventilation equipment

PPE usage

Job description

atiexternal is seeking a Restoration Technician to join our emergency services and contents restoration team in Maryland. You will follow safety protocols, handle hazardous materials, and perform on-site cleanup and content handling for residential and commercial properties.

The role requires after-hours and weekend emergency response, physical labor, use of PPE, and coordination with team to restore structures while complying with OSHA/HAZWOPER and EPA requirements.