Lead Technician, Water, Fire & Mold Remediation

Public Job Source USA; United States; On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Attendance bonus

Medical insurance

401(k) with employer matching

Company-paid holidays

Job summary

Public Job Source USA in Omaha seeks an experienced Lead Technician for water, fire, and mold remediation. You will assess damage, communicate with customers, and supervise restoration work from start to finish, ensuring IICRC S500 standards are met.

The role includes a rotating on-call schedule, a Monday–Friday shift, and on-site work with potential temp-to-hire conversion. Benefits and training are provided to support certifications and career growth.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as a certified field technician.
• Knowledge and experience in water, fire, and mold restoration.
• Knowledge of remediation equipment, machinery, and tools.
• Ability to recognize and troubleshoot equipment problems.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Respond quickly to new water, fire, and mold restoration jobs.
• Meet with homeowners and business owners to assess property damage.
• Explain the remediation process and obtain signed service agreements.
• Assist customers with navigating the insurance claims and approval process.
• Perform and supervise water extraction, drying, demolition, cleaning, and remediation.
• Establish proper containment to protect unaffected areas during demolition or microbial remediation.
• Monitor active jobs daily and coordinate appointments with customers.
• Take moisture readings, photographs, and detailed job notes.
• Upload job documentation, drying records, photos, and progress notes into PSA/DASH.
• Ensure work is performed according to IICRC S500 standards.
• Maintain a safe work environment.
• Troubleshoot equipment issues when needed.

Skills

Water restoration

Fire restoration

Mold restoration

IICRC certifications

Emergency response

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

IICRC certifications (WRT/ASD/FSRT)

Tools

Remediation equipment

Job description

Lead Technician, Water, Fire & Mold Remediation Omaha

Seeking an experienced Lead Technician to handle water, fire, and mold remediation projects. This position will respond to residential and commercial property damage, assess restoration needs, communicate with customers, and oversee remediation work from start through completion.

The Lead Technician will be responsible for designing, implementing, and supervising water extraction, structural drying, demolition, cleaning, fire remediation, and mold remediation processes according to IICRC S500 standards.

• $350 Attendance Bonus for perfect attendance during the first 30 days

Pay: $23.00/hour

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM

On-Call: Weeknights and weekends as needed on a rotating basis. On-call stipend available, candidate should ask for details during interview.

Lunch: Up to 1 hour, unpaid

Assignment Type: Temp-to-Hire

Pre Employment Requirements

• Drug Screen Required
• Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) Required
• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required
• Client Interview Required
• Must be able to communicate in English
• Certifications including WRT, ASD, FSRT, IICRC, or related restoration certifications with 3+ years of experience

Responsibilities

• Respond quickly to new water, fire, and mold restoration jobs
• Meet with homeowners and business owners to assess property damage
• Explain the remediation process and obtain signed service agreements
• Assist customers with navigating the insurance claims and approval process
• Perform and supervise water extraction, drying, demolition, cleaning, and remediation
• Establish proper containment to protect unaffected areas during demolition or microbial remediation
• Monitor active jobs daily and coordinate appointments with customers
• Take moisture readings, photographs, and detailed job notes
• Upload job documentation, drying records, photos, and progress notes into PSA/DASH
• Ensure work is performed according to IICRC S500 standards
• Maintain a safe work environment
• Troubleshoot equipment issues when needed
• Maintain company vehicles, equipment, and shop cleanliness
• Participate in a rotating weeknight and weekend on-call schedule
• Attend required company meetings and maintain required certifications
• Perform additional restoration-related duties as assigned

Dress Code

• Presentable work attire. Work pants must be free of holes or rips. Boots or tennis shoes depending on the job. Shirts must be presentable and free of holes or rips.

Requirements

• 3+ years of experience as a certified field technician
• Knowledge and experience in water, fire, and mold restoration
• Knowledge of remediation equipment, machinery, and tools
• Ability to recognize and troubleshoot equipment problems
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable using computers, tablets, smartphones, email, and job documentation systems
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to respond promptly to emergency restoration calls
• Ability to work independently and oversee restoration projects
• Ability to work on-call weeknights and weekends on a rotating basis
• Ability to drive a company vehicle

Benefits are available once hired onto the client's payroll:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Benefits begin the first of the month following 60 days on the client's payroll
• Company-paid holidays
• Annual vacation time

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Job Source USA, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE), including Veterans and individuals with disabilities. We are committed to providing employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, or veteran status.