Lead Restoration Technician

Socket.dev; Carnegie (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

401(k) matching

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Vision insurance

Cell phone stipend

Job summary

360 Fire & Flood is seeking a Lead Restoration Technician to oversee and perform restoration, mitigation, and reconstruction projects resulting from water, fire, mold, storm, and other property damage. The role requires leading field crews, coordinating daily activities, and ensuring safe, high-quality work and exceptional client service.

The candidate should have 3+ years in water damage restoration, 2+ years in supervision, and preferably IICRC certification.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in water damage restorations.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience.
• IICRC Certification preferred.
• Must be able to wear PPE and work in varying conditions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise restoration crews on residential and commercial projects.
• Assess water damage, identify source and extent of damage.
• Perform water extraction, structural drying, mold remediation, demolition, and reconstruction.

Skills

Water damage restoration

Supervisory experience

IICRC certification

Safety compliance

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Moisture meters

Water extraction equipment

Air movers & dehumidifiers

Job description

Overview

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Lead Restoration Technician to oversee and perform restoration, mitigation, and reconstruction projects resulting from water, fire, mold, storm, and other property damage. The successful candidate will lead field crews, coordinate daily job site activities, ensure work is completed safely and efficiently, and maintain the highest standards of quality and customer service throughout the restoration process. This hands-on leadership role requires strong technical knowledge of restoration practices, construction methods, moisture mitigation, mold remediation, and repair procedures.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Lead and supervise restoration crews on residential and commercial projects.
• Conduct thorough assessments of water damage situations, identifying the source of water intrusion and extent of damage.
• Perform water extraction, structural drying, mold remediation, demolition, and reconstruction activities.
• Develop and implement effective mitigation plans to minimize further damage and restore affected properties to pre-loss condition.
• Conduct quality inspections to verify that restoration work meets industry standards and client satisfaction.
• Coordinate with the mitigation manager, project managers, and clients to ensure clear communication and alignment of expectations throughout the restoration process.
• Train and mentor junior technicians to enhance their skills and knowledge in water damage restoration techniques and safety protocols.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements, safety guidelines, and company policies.
• Maintain accurate documentation of project activities, including work performed, materials used, photo documentation, and equipment readings.
• Participate in on-call rotations and respond to emergency situations as needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Education
• High school diploma or equivalent (preferred).
• Experience
• 3+ years of experience in water damage restorations, with demonstrated expertise in mitigation techniques and equipment.
• 2+ years of supervisory experience.
• Certifications
• IICRC Certification (preferred).
• Skills
• Ability to apply understanding to carry out instructions provided written orally, or diagrammatically.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, team environment.
• Ability to use basic hand tools, such as screwdriver, wrench, hammer crowbar, and power tools.
• Ability to stand for prolong periods, climb, pull, and lift heavy objects.
• Must be able to perform all tasks while wearing required PPE.
• Must be able to work in various external conditions.
• Must have a valid driver's license and safe driving record.
• Must have on-call availability.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Vision insurance
• Cell phone stipend

360 Fire & Flood is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination or harassment. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.