Intermediate Water Technician (ID# 725)

Volarify; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Disability and life insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Paid holidays

Paid time off (PTO)

Job summary

Volarify is seeking an Intermediate Water Damage Technician in Chesapeake, VA, to lead residential and small commercial water mitigation projects. You will oversee crews, document progress, and ensure high-quality workmanship while maintaining safety standards.

The ideal candidate has at least 12 months in water damage restoration, hands-on experience with moisture meters and drying equipment, and a minimum of 25 projects completed. Valid driver’s license and English proficiency are required.

Qualifications

• 12 months of water damage restoration experience or equivalent
• Participation in at least 25 water damage restoration projects
• Current IICRC Water Restoration Technician (WRT) certification
• Knowledge of IICRC S500 Water Damage Restoration Standard
• Knowledge of IICRC S520 Mold Remediation Standard
• Experience operating moisture meters, thermal imaging cameras, hygrometers and related equipment
• Ability to complete moisture content logs, drying calculations, moisture mapping and project sketches
• Experience supervising small restoration crews (up to 10)
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
• Strong communication, customer service, leadership and organizational skills
• English communication proficiency

Responsibilities

• Lead water damage restoration crews on residential and small commercial projects
• Follow supervisor and project manager instructions
• Ensure PPE usage and safety compliance
• Monitor daily project progress and report updates
• Prepare field documentation, moisture logs, photos, sketches and reports
• Inspect and maintain restoration equipment and vehicles
• Protect customer property while delivering quality workmanship
• Provide excellent customer service throughout projects
• Meet deadlines in fast-paced environments
• Report labor hours, equipment usage and materials
• Attend safety meetings and training sessions
• Travel as needed, including nights and weekends
• Supervise CAT response projects when required
• Perform basic debris removal and containment setup
• Document restoration projects with photos and job file updates
• Operate and maintain water extraction and drying equipment
• Create moisture maps and project sketches
• Supervise small crews during mitigation
• Complete additional restoration duties as assigned

Skills

Water damage restoration

Team leadership

Moisture detection

Equipment operation

English communication

Education

IICRC WRT certification

Tools

Moisture meters

Thermal imaging cameras

Hygrometers

NavPro Moisture Meter

Job description

Intermediate Water Damage Technician

Location: Chesapeake, Virginia
Job Type: Full-Time | Hourly

Position Overview

Our client is seeking an Intermediate Water Damage Technician to lead water mitigation projects for residential and small commercial losses. This role requires strong technical expertise in water damage restoration, moisture detection, equipment operation, and team leadership.

The successful candidate will oversee water mitigation crews, document project progress, assess moisture conditions, and ensure work is completed according to industry standards. This technician also mentors entry-level staff while assisting senior technicians on larger or more complex restoration projects.

To qualify, candidates should have at least 12 months of water damage restoration experience at an entry/basic technician level (or equivalent industry experience) and have participated in a minimum of 25 water damage restoration projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead water damage restoration crews on residential and small commercial projects.
• Follow instructions provided by supervisors and project managers.
• Ensure crews use appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Monitor daily project progress and communicate updates, challenges, and completion status.
• Prepare detailed field documentation, moisture logs, photographs, sketches, and reports.
• Perform daily vehicle inspections and maintain equipment in safe working condition.
• Protect customer property while maintaining high-quality workmanship.
• Deliver excellent customer service throughout restoration projects.
• Meet project deadlines while working in fast-paced environments.
• Accurately report labor hours, equipment usage, and material consumption.
• Participate in required safety meetings and ongoing training.
• Travel as needed, including occasional nights and weekends.
• Supervise small crews and assist with catastrophe (CAT) response projects when required.

Core Responsibilities

• Perform and supervise all basic water mitigation tasks.
• Document restoration projects with photographs and job file updates.
• Operate and maintain water extraction and drying equipment.
• Perform debris removal, containment setup, wall cavity drying, pump operations, carpet seam cutting, cushion removal, and baseboard removal.
• Identify Class 4 materials and implement the appropriate drying methods.
• Evaluate structural materials and contents for water damage and determine restoration versus replacement.
• Create accurate moisture maps using industry-standard equipment.
• Supervise small restoration crews throughout mitigation projects.
• Complete additional restoration duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 months of water damage restoration experience or equivalent industry experience.
• Direct participation in at least 25 water damage restoration projects.
• Current IICRC Water Restoration Technician (WRT) certification.
• Working knowledge of IICRC S500 Water Damage Restoration Standard.
• Working knowledge of IICRC S520 Mold Remediation Standard.
• Experience operating moisture meters, thermal imaging cameras, hygrometers, HydroSensor, NavPro Moisture Meter (or equivalent), and related equipment.
• Ability to complete moisture content logs, psychrometric logs, drying calculations, moisture mapping, and project sketches.
• Experience operating truck-mounted extraction systems and performing basic maintenance.
• Previous experience supervising crews of up to 10 employees.
• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
• Strong communication, customer service, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English.

Physical Requirements

• Frequently lift more than 50 pounds.
• Occasionally lift 41-50 pounds with assistance.
• Work in confined or restricted spaces.
• Stand, walk, bend, kneel, and sit for extended periods.
• Use mobile devices to document project information and time reporting.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Compensation & Benefits

comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Disability and life insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off (PTO)

Disclaimer

The information above describes the general nature and level of work expected for this position. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, or qualifications. Responsibilities may change based on business needs.