Lead Water Restoration Technician

IICRC; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 32,000 - 37,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Profit sharing

Job summary

Restoration 1 of Louisville East is seeking a restoration technician to perform water damage cleanup, mold remediation, and property restoration across the Louisville area.

You will assess job scope, formulate drying plans, move and reset contents, and ensure safe, efficient operations while delivering excellent customer service. The role offers a competitive hourly wage, flexible schedule, and advancement opportunities.

Qualifications

• IICRC WRT/ASD certification is required.
• AMRT certification is an asset.
• 2+ years in restoration/construction/insurance preferred.
• Familiarity with Safety Data Sheets and chemical products.

Responsibilities

• Assess job scope and formulate a drying/remediation plan.
• Perform water pumping, extraction and mold remediation.
• Move and re-set contents, and debris disposal.
• Set drying equipment and ensure safe, clean worksites.
• Provide excellent customer service and work under time constraints.

Skills

Water extraction

Mold remediation

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Customer service

Education

IICRC Water Restoration Technician (WRT/ASD)

IICRC Applied Microbial Remediation Technician (AMRT)

Tools

Tablet / iPad

Computer basics

Job description

Replies within 24 hours

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible schedule
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Profit sharing

Restoration 1 of Louisville East is a locally owned restoration company serving the greater Louisville area. We specialize in water damage cleanup, structural drying, and property restoration. As a growing business, we’re looking for motivated team members who want to grow with us, learn new skills, and help our customers recover from unexpected water damage.

If you’re dependable, hard-working, and ready to join a company that values integrity and teamwork, we’d love to hear from you!

Responsibilities

Working on job sites providing the following services:

• Assessing the job scope, formulating drying/ remediation plan

Ability To Perform The Following

• Water pumping and extraction
• Mold remediation
• Moving & re-setting contents
• Selective demolition as required to accommodate the drying process
• Debris disposal
• Setting drying equipment
• Carpet or hard surface cleaning
• Capable of moisture mapping the affected area, inclusive of temperature, relative humidity, & moisture content readings

Participating As Directed In The Following Activities

• Vehicle safety and maintenance inspections
• Ensure vehicle is cleaned and restocked at end of shift
• Constructing polyethylene enclosures
• Maintaining equipment
• Practice good housekeeping to ensure a safe and non-cluttered worksite
• Provide excellent customer service
• Work under time constraints to meet specific timelines
• Ensure attention to detail and keen sense of safeguarding other people’s property and information
• Participates in and demonstrates an understanding of safety principles and practices; follows all safety policies and procedures to support a safe working environment, including safe operation of machines and equipment
• Comply with all Restoration 1 policies and procedures
• Attend all Restoration 1 sponsored training courses

Qualifications

• IICRC certification for Water Restoration Technician (WRT/ASD) required
• IICRC certification for Applied Microbial Remediation Technician (AMRT) an asset
• 2+ years industry related experience, Construction / Restoration / Insurance preferred
• Familiarity with chemical products including use, disposal, and Safety Data Sheets
• Comprehensive understanding of customer service, principles, and practices
• Eligible to operate a motor vehicle per Restoration 1’s vehicle policy
• Ability to work within a team or independently as needed
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Basic computer and/or Tablet / iPad experience
• Willing to work evenings, on call and weekends when requested
• Periodic travel may be required
• Criminal Record Check

Physical Demands

• Frequent lifting from 5-40 lbs, unassisted (from 35-65% of the time)
• Occasional lifting from 41 lbs +, assisted (up to 50% of the time)
• Access and mobility in tight spaces
• Fit Testing – half and full-face mask as needed; annual certification required
• Working at Heights - over 5 feet, periodically
• Sustained periods of standing, walking, bending, and kneeling

Disclaimer

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. Hourly pay varies based on experience and certifications.

Job Type: Full-time Expected hours: 40 – 60 per week

Compensation: $23.00 - $27.00 per hour

Restoration Support to Help You Get Your Normal Back

At Restoration 1, we help people get their property and life back to normal when they're dealing with water, mold, or fire damage. We understand that our customers are going through a taxing and emotionally trying time. This is why our restoration specialists strive to be attentive, offer upfront communication, and valuable services to our customers.

Most people struggle to clean up the mess after a disaster such as a flood or fire. We've created a straightforward process to guide our customers through their property restoration. With one phone call, your life can get back to normal.

What We Do

Our reputation for fast response, exceptional quality, and commitment has contributed to our growth as a company throughout the United States. Our restoration specialists understand that a disaster and the need for property restoration services can come without warning, and that is why we are always at hand to assist you 24/7! Restoration 1 aims to go the extra mile for our customers and make sure their property is back the way they remember it.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to Restoration 1 Corporate.