Lead Restoration Technician | Water & Fire Damage

SERVPRO® Team Nichols; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid training

Uniforms provided

Professional development

Tools provided

Career progression

Personal development

Job summary

SERVPRO Team Nichols in Chicago, IL seeks a restoration technician to assist in immediate response to property damage. You will perform water extraction, drying, and cleanup, and help set up specialty equipment on projects across the service area.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and efficient communication with clients and supervisors. Willingness to work outdoors and handle physical tasks is required; IICRC certification is a plus and on-call shifts may be required.

Qualifications

• Valid driver’s license is required.
• Willingness to work on-call shifts, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Experience in restoration, construction, or related field is preferred.
• IICRC certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Respond promptly to emergency situations, including water damage and fire damage.
• Evaluate and perform restoration activities including water extraction, fire damage, equipment setup, and demolition.
• Load, inventory, and maintain work vehicles with tools and supplies for each project.
• Communicate safety hazards, job-site findings, equipment, and tool needs to supervisors.
• Maintain open communication with clients, addressing concerns and explaining the restoration process.
• Perform restoration and cleanup tasks, including water extraction, drying and site cleanup.

Skills

Teamwork

Outdoor work

Physical stamina

Safety awareness

Job description

SERVPRO Team Nichols in Chicago, IL seeks a restoration technician to assist in immediate response to property damage. You will perform water extraction, drying, and cleanup, and help set up specialty equipment on projects across the service area.

The role emphasizes teamwork, safety, and efficient communication with clients and supervisors. Willingness to work outdoors and handle physical tasks is required; IICRC certification is a plus and on-call shifts may be required.