Lead Water Restoration Technician

1-800 WATER DAMAGE of Newtown; Langhorne (Bucks County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property restoration company is seeking a dependable Lead Water Restoration Technician to oversee projects. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and expertise in water mitigation and restoration, ensuring safety and quality standards while training junior technicians.

Benefits

Health insurance

Paid time off

Paid Holidays

Paid Training

Growth and Career Advancement Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must maintain a valid Driver’s License and a safe driving record.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and understand instructions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise restoration crews on water damage projects.
• Assess water damage and develop restoration plans.
• Train and mentor junior technicians as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Company Overview

1-800 WATER DAMAGE is a trusted property restoration company serving customers across the nation. With locations spanning coast-to-coast, we help home and business owners return their property to its original condition, while restoring what truly matters—health and safety. Our team is fully vetted, IICRC-certified, and insured for your safety.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and dependable Lead Water Restoration Technician to oversee water damage restoration projects. The ideal candidate is a certified professional with strong leadership skills and expertise in water mitigation and restoration processes.

Key Responsibilities

- Lead and supervise restoration crews on water damage projects, ensuring safety and quality standards.

- Assess water damage, develop restoration plans, and execute mitigation procedures.

- Operate and maintain equipment (e.g., water extractors, dehumidifiers, air movers).

- Communicate with clients, insurance adjusters, and team members to coordinate project timelines and updates.

- Document project details, including photos, moisture readings, and work logs.

- Ensure compliance with IICRC standards and local regulations.

- Train and mentor junior technicians as needed.

Responsibilities

• Monitor updates in DMS for job status, documentation of communication from insurance and customer.
• Monitor updates in XactAnalysis/Alacrity/Lions Bridge daily.
• Monitor field paperwork is completed and up to date.
• Update Dropbox daily with status updates, files, and move for finalized billing.
• Scheduling Subcontractors and Technicians for daily work.
• Ordering materials testing for mold and asbestos for jobs.
• Review work site and completed technician paperwork prior to releasing projects.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Must maintain a valid Driver’s License and maintain a safe driving record.
• Must be able to exercise good judgment and to understand and carry out written and/or oral instructions, along with sound problem solving ability.
• Must be able to stand; walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle, or feel – reach with hands & arms and talk or hear.
• Must be able to regularly lift and or move up to 25 pounds.

Benefits/Perks

• Paid Holidays
• PTO
• Paid Training
• Growth and Career Advancement Opportunities