Lead Restoration & Mitigation Specialist

Watterson-Environmental-; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401(k)

Job summary

Watterson-Environmental- is hiring a Senior Mitigation Technician to assess damaged properties, supervise laborers, and lead large mitigation projects. You will perform water, fire, and mold remediation and coordinate safe site operations.

The role requires physical fitness, strong safety awareness, and the ability to follow instructions while maintaining high customer service standards on remediation sites.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in restoration field or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years as Restoration Technician.
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 50 lbs.
• Valid Driver’s license in good standing without restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Lead large mitigation/remediation projects of $100k+ as needed.
• Perform water mitigation, fire/smoke cleanup, mold remediation, and demolition per IICRC standards.
• Assess damaged areas to determine salvageable materials and scope of work.
• Set up, monitor, and remove drying equipment (air movers, dehumidifiers, scrubbers, moisture meters).
• Document progress with photos, moisture readings, sketches, and notes.
• Communicate with customers about status, expectations, and daily activities.

Skills

Water damage restoration

Fire & smoke cleanup

Mold remediation

Safety procedures

PPE safety

Project leadership

Education

IICRC Restoration Certifications (WRT, ASD, FSRT)

Job description

Watterson-Environmental- is hiring a Senior Mitigation Technician to assess damaged properties, supervise laborers, and lead large mitigation projects. You will perform water, fire, and mold remediation and coordinate safe site operations.

The role requires physical fitness, strong safety awareness, and the ability to follow instructions while maintaining high customer service standards on remediation sites.