Lead Water Restoration Technician

Restoration 1 of Louisville East; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Flexible schedule

Advancement opportunities

Paid time off

Training & development

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Profit sharing

Job summary

Restoration 1 of Louisville East is seeking a motivated restoration technician to assess job scopes, formulate drying and remediation plans, and perform water extraction and mold remediation. The role requires the ability to work with teams or independently, and to manage time within a fast-paced environment.

As part of a locally owned company serving the Louisville area, you will handle equipment setup, safety compliance, and customer communication while contributing to property restoration

Qualifications

• IICRC Water Restoration Technician (WRT/ASD) certification required.
• IICRC AMRT certification is a plus.
• 2+ years in Construction/Restoration/Insurance preferred.
• Familiarity with chemical products, disposal, and Safety Data Sheets.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Able to operate a motor vehicle per Restoration 1 policy.
• Teamwork or work independently as needed.
• Excellent written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Assess job scope and formulate drying/remediation plan.
• Water pumping and extraction.
• Mold remediation.
• Move and reset contents.
• Selective demolition to support the drying process.
• Debris disposal.
• Setting drying equipment.
• Moisture mapping readings (temp, RH, moisture).
• Attend Safety policies and training courses.
• Provide excellent customer service while meeting timelines.

Skills

IICRC WRT/ASD

IICRC AMRT asset

Restoration experience

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Criminal record check

Evenings/weekends

Valid driver’s license

Job description

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:

• 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, sitting, 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