Mitigation Technician and Assistant Project Manager

First Onsite Property Restoration; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

First Onsite Property Restoration is seeking a hands-on Mitigation Technician/Assistant Project Manager in Chattanooga, TN. You will perform water extraction, structural drying, debris removal, cleaning, and basic demolition while following safety standards and industry best practices.

Day-to-day duties include documenting site conditions, assisting with damage assessments, maintaining records and photos, supporting crew coordination, and helping schedule activities to ensure projects stay

Qualifications

• Experience with water, fire, mold, or storm damage mitigation.
• Ability to perform structural drying, cleaning, and controlled demolition.
• Familiarity with restoration equipment and tools.
• Ability to assist with scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow planning.
• Experience supporting project managers with documentation, timelines, and job costing.
• Commitment to OSHA and company safety standards.
• Strong communication and customer service mindset.
• Ability to lift and carry equipment and work in demanding conditions.
• IICRC certifications (WRT/ASD/AMRT), OSHA training, and valid driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on mitigation tasks including water extraction, structural drying, debris removal, cleaning, and basic demolition.
• Operate mitigation equipment and document site conditions.
• Assist with damage assessments and photos of progress.
• Support crew coordination, communicate with clients and subcontractors.
• Help schedule work activities and monitor timelines to meet scope.
• Assist with job costing, inventory, and equipment management.
• Maintain quality control checks and field problem-solving.

Skills

Mitigation & restoration skills

Project coordination

Safety & compliance

Communication & client service

Organizational & documentation

Physical capability

IICRC certifications (WRT/ASD/AMRT)

OSHA training

Driver’s license

Tools

Field reporting software

Job description

First Onsite Property Restoration is a leading disaster restoration and property reconstruction company serving clients across all 50 U.S. states, Canada, and beyond. The organization provides comprehensive planning, remediation, restoration, and reconstruction services for sectors such as healthcare, education, retail, and residential. With 24/7 emergency response every day of the year, First Onsite focuses on rapid, safe, and efficient service to minimize downtime and help clients return to normal operations quickly. Clients benefit from personalized local support backed by national-scale resources and technology, ensuring an effective response to disasters of all types. First Onsite is purpose-driven and values-led, emphasizing accountability, integrity, and a people-first approach in every project.

Role Description

This is a full-time, on-site role based in Chattanooga, TN, combining the responsibilities of a Mitigation Technician and Assistant Project Manager. The individual in this position will perform hands-on disaster mitigation tasks, including water extraction, structural drying, debris removal, cleaning, and basic demolition, while following company safety standards and industry best practices.

Day-to-day work includes operating mitigation equipment, documenting site conditions, assisting with damage assessments, and maintaining accurate records and photographs of project progress. The Assistant Project Manager responsibilities include supporting crew coordination, communicating with clients and subcontractors, helping schedule work activities, and monitoring timelines to ensure projects are completed efficiently and according to scope. The role also includes assisting with job costing, inventory and equipment management, quality control checks, and field problem-solving to support successful restoration outcomes.

Compensation

Pay ranges from $20 to $30 per hour, depending on experience and relevant certifications.

Qualifications

• Mitigation and restoration skills: Experience with water, fire, mold, or storm damage mitigation; ability to perform structural drying, cleaning, and controlled demolition; familiarity with restoration equipment and tools.
• Project coordination skills: Ability to assist with scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow planning; experience supporting project managers with documentation, timelines, and job costing.
• Safety and compliance skills: Commitment to OSHA and company safety standards; ability to follow written procedures; attention to detail in hazard recognition and use of personal protective equipment.
• Communication and client service skills: Clear verbal and written communication; professional interaction with clients, team members, and subcontractors; strong customer service mindset.
• Organizational and documentation skills: Ability to maintain accurate records, job files, and photos; basic proficiency with mobile apps or software used for field reporting and project tracking.
• Physical capabilities: Ability to lift and carry equipment and materials, work in varied environmental conditions, and perform physically demanding tasks for extended periods.
• Preferred qualifications: Prior experience in the disaster restoration industry; IICRC certifications, including Water Restoration Technician (WRT), Applied Structural Drying (ASD), and Applied Microbial Remediation Technician (AMRT); OSHA training or certification; valid driver’s license with a satisfactory driving record.