Lead Technician

Rytech of Lake County; Crown Point (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Recession-Proof Industry Providing The

Competitive Compensation and Benefits

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Team-oriented culture

Job summary

Rytech of Lake County is seeking an Assistant Operations Manager to support the location's performance and development in line with the Rytech Operations Manual. This role involves coordinating between the Operations Manager and Technicians, overseeing equipment and materials, and assisting with training and safety initiatives.

The ideal candidate has mitigation/remediation estimating experience, strong communication skills, and a readiness to lead in a hands-on environment.

Qualifications

• Mitigation/remediation estimating and scoping experience.
• Two years of Mitigation/Remediation experience preferred.
• Residential and/or Commercial construction experience preferred.
• Must be able to lift and maneuver heavy equipment, contents, or debris.
• Must be able to pass a respirator fit test and use PPE.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Willing to be on call and work in the field when needed.

Responsibilities

• Be available by phone and email during scheduled duty hours
• Facilitate communication between Operations Manager and Technicians
• Maintain a company vehicle, tools, and consumables to a high standard
• Assist OM during vehicle inspections and report deficiencies
• Lead weekly meetings to facilitate training and safety
• Assist OM with estimates, dispatching assignments, and email replies in a timely manner
• Monitor MICA Exchange daily to ensure projects are handled properly
• Complete water damage/mold remediation jobs to a high standard
• Maintain claims daily in the MICA app
• Communicate daily with customers/Insurance personnel/other team members
• Demonstrate proper safety protocols and PPE usage

Skills

Mitigation/Remediation estimating

Communication

Customer service

Leadership / supervision

On-site troubleshooting

Education

Highschool or GED

Tools

Microsoft Office

Dash

MICA

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off

Benefits/Perks

• Recession-Proof Industry Providing The Opportunity To Give Back
• Competitive Compensation and Benefits
• Industry Training and Advancement Opportunities

Company Overview

Rytech is a nationally recognized leader in the water damage industry. Our principles are based on integrity and accountability. At Rytech you get a unique opportunity to work with Franchises across the country, third-party administrators, and carriers to create a seamless experience.

If you love building relationships and creating quality results, Rytech is the place for you!

Job Summary

An Assistant Operations Manager is second in command, responsible for the location's performance and development in accordance with the Rytech Operations Manual. The activities listed do not encapsulate all responsibilities of an Assistant Operations Manager. Assistant Operations Managers / Lead Technicians are employees that have displayed the skills, leadership abilities and exceptional attitude who assist the Operations Manager facilitate production and some admin functions. All through the assistant does not directly manage the operations day to day activities, they are expected to have the skills, knowledge, and leadership capabilities to support the Operations Manager whenever necessary. Commission on completed claims available after 90 days!!

Responsibilities

• Be available by phone and email during scheduled duty hours / after hours.
• Facilitate communication between Operations Manager and Technicians.
• Maintain a company vehicle, tools, and consumables to a high standard.
  • Assist OM during location vehicle inspections / identify deficiencies and report to OM.
  • Assist OM in updating Fleet Vehicle Handbook sheets, SDS sheets, and Vehicle maintenance sheets from technicians.
• Know, understand, and instruct location technicians in proper SLA completion.
• Ensure job sites are clean, absent of safety violations, and inspection ready for OM.
• Assist OM with annual employee evaluations for technicians.
• Assist OM with continual training of technicians using the Ops. Manual and Training Portal. Along with ensuring technicians obtain and maintain WRT, ASD, and AMRT (mold only) certifications.
• Assist OM with leading weekly meetings to facilitate training and safety for the location.
• Assist OM with reviewing estimates, dispatching assignments, and responding to email correspondence in a timely manner.
• Assist OM in Creating, maintaining, and participating in the on-call roster.
• Monitor MICA Exchange daily to ensure projects are being properly handled by the technicians.
• Complete water damage/mold remediation jobs to a high standard.
• Maintain claims daily in the MICA app at a high standard.
• Communicate daily with customers/Insurance personnel/other team members.
• Lead by example by demonstrating:
  • good time management w handling existing/new assignments.
  • the proper way to follow Rytech safety protocols.
  • the proper way to wear PPE.
  • the proper way to scope water damage/mold remediation claims.

Qualifications

• Mitigation/Remediation estimating and scoping experience
• Highschool or GED
• Two years of Mitigation/Remediation experience is preferred
• Results-driven, activity-oriented, and supportive of aggressive targets.
• Residential and or Commercial construction experience preferred.
• Must be able to lift and maneuver heavy equipment, contents, or debris for extended time periods.
• Must be able to pass a Respirator fit test/utilize PPE(Personal Protective Equipment)
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Willing to be on call and work in the field when the need arises. Able to perform physical work including common lifting and bending tasks in the industry.
• Able to occasionally travel for CAT events or training.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, oral, and written skills
• Must be computer literate and comfortable with computer programs such as Microsoft Office, Dash, and MICA.
• Certifications required (minimum of 90 days after onboarding), include: Water Restoration Technician (WRT)/Applied Structural Drying (ASD)/Anti-Microbial Remediation Technician (AMRT)/ Commercial drying specialist recommended