Lead Water Mitigation Technician (Emergency Restoration)

Power Dry; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 32,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Average earnings $80,000-$110,000 per/

Company vehicle and fuel card

Company-provided uniforms and tools

Paid training and development

401(k) with company matching

Job summary

Power Dry is hiring a Water Mitigation Crew Chief in Columbus, OH. You will lead restoration crews on residential and commercial sites, manage mitigation steps, and ensure safe, efficient operations. The role offers comprehensive benefits and on-call responsibilities.

Strong leadership, hands-on experience in restoration or skilled trades, and excellent communication are essential to excel in this position with Power Dry.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• Previous restoration, mitigation, construction, skilled trades, or related hands-on experience preferred
• Previous crew lead or supervisory experience preferred
• Ability to lead and work alongside a field crew
• Ability to routinely lift and move items weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable performing physical work throughout the workday
• Comfortable using or learning to use hand tools, power tools, and specialized restoration equipment
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent communication and customer service skills
• Ability to remain professional and empathetic when working with customers during stressful situations
• Dependable, punctual, and reliable
• Must successfully complete required pre-employment background check and drug screening

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise assigned crew members on restoration job sites
• Assess water and sewage damage and determine appropriate mitigation steps
• Perform water extraction, mitigation, and structural drying
• Set up, monitor, and remove professional drying equipment
• Perform demolition and removal of damaged materials when necessary
• Use hand tools, power tools, and specialized restoration equipment
• Maintain clean, organized, professional, and safe job sites
• Communicate project progress and expectations clearly with customers
• Provide professional and empathetic service to homeowners and businesses
• Maintain accurate and timely project documentation using company and industry software
• Ensure work is completed according to company procedures, quality standards, and safety requirements
• Drive a company vehicle to and from job sites while following all safety and traffic requirements
• Assist with mold remediation projects following appropriate training
• Take ownership of assigned projects and help ensure work is completed efficiently and to Power Dry standards

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Attention to detail

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Restoration equipment

Job description

Power Dry is hiring a Water Mitigation Crew Chief in Columbus, OH. You will lead restoration crews on residential and commercial sites, manage mitigation steps, and ensure safe, efficient operations. The role offers comprehensive benefits and on-call responsibilities.

Strong leadership, hands-on experience in restoration or skilled trades, and excellent communication are essential to excel in this position with Power Dry.