Lead Technician – Water & Fire Restoration

Trueline; Randolph (MA); On-site; USD 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$30/hour, paid weekly

Company vehicle for job-site commute

Paid training and support for certification advancement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A rapidly growing restoration services provider in the Greater Boston area is seeking a Lead Technician – Water & Fire Restoration to join their on-site team. This role combines hands-on restoration work with customer communication, offering a fast-paced environment and professional growth. The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in restoration and strong communication skills. The company offers $30/hour, a company vehicle, and opportunities for advancement.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of hands-on experience in water, fire, or mold restoration work.
• Familiarity with standard mitigation techniques.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site restoration efforts from mitigation to sanitation.
• Set up and monitor drying equipment.
• Act as primary point of contact for customers.

Skills

Hands-on restoration experience

Strong communication skills

Organizational skills

Tools

Moisture meters

Restoration equipment

Job description

Trueline’s client, a rapidly growing restoration services provider in the Greater Boston area, is seeking a Lead Technician – Water & Fire Restoration to join their on?site team in Boston, MA. This role combines hands?on restoration work with customer communication and team coordination, offering a fast?paced environment and opportunities for professional growth.

What You’ll Do as the Lead Technician – Water & Fire Restoration:

• Lead on?site restoration efforts—from mitigation and demolition to drying and sanitation.
• Set up and monitor drying equipment, using moisture meters to assess and document progress.
• Act as a primary point of contact for customers—clearly explaining the process and next steps.
• Maintain jobsite inventory of tools, materials, and equipment.
• Uphold best practices in safety and industry standards throughout each project.
• Coordinate closely with office staff and project managers for scheduling and updates.

Must-Haves as the Lead Technician – Water & Fire Restoration:

• 3–5 years of hands?on experience in water, fire, or mold restoration work.
• Familiarity with restoration equipment and standard mitigation techniques.
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
• Physical ability to lift 50+ lbs and work safely in varied environments (e.g., crawlspaces, attics, outdoors).
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Nice-to-Haves as the Lead Technician – Water & Fire Restoration:

• IICRC Water Damage Restoration (WRT) certification or similar credentials.
• Prior leadership or supervisory experience on restoration sites.

Our Client Offers:

• $30/hour, paid weekly, with overtime opportunities.
• Company vehicle provided for job?site commute.
• Paid training and support for certification advancement.
• Clear potential for career growth within a fast?expanding organization.

Trueline and its clients are unabashed equal?opportunity employers committed to a diverse workforce. We welcome smart and ambitious applicants and recruit, refer, hire, place, and promote without regard to race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by federal or state law.