Mitigation Technician – Water, Fire & Mold Restoration

Watterson-Environmental-; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Employee Assistance Program

STD/LTD

Basic Life and AD&D

Voluntary Life

Accident/ Critical Illness/HospitalInd

Cell Phone Stipend

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Watterson-Environmental- is seeking a Mitigation Technician to assess damaged properties, clean up, and replace damaged materials in accordance with IICRC standards. The role requires physical capability, PPE proficiency, and the ability to follow instructions.

The position involves operating drying equipment, documenting progress, communicating with customers, and ensuring safety across all tasks. Candidates should be prepared for on-site work and occasional travel for emergency services.

Qualifications

• 1 or more IICRC Restoration Certifications (WRT, ASD, FSRT, etc.) preferred.
• 2 or more years as an experienced Restoration Technician preferred.
• 1-2 years of general work experience.
• The ability to lift a minimum of 75 pounds.
• Valid Driver's license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Perform water mitigation, fire/smoke cleanup, mold remediation, and demolition services in accordance with company procedures and IICRC industry standards under the direction of the Mitigation Manager.
• Assess damaged areas and assist in determining the scope of work, including identifying salvageable and non-salvageable materials.
• Set up, monitor, and remove drying equipment including air movers, dehumidifiers, air scrubbers, and moisture monitoring devices.
• Perform extraction, debris removal, demolition, cleaning, sanitizing, and contents handling activities as required to stabilize and restore properties.
• Document job progress through photos, moisture readings, sketches, and daily job notes using company-approved systems and software.
• Communicate professionally with customers regarding project status, job expectations, and daily activities while maintaining a high level of customer service.
• Follow all company safety procedures, including proper use of PPE, hazard communication, and safe equipment operation practices.
• Drive and operate company vehicles, trailers, and restoration equipment safely and responsibly.
• Maintain company vehicles, tools, and equipment in a clean, organized, and operational condition.
• Reachable by phone during waiting to be engaged periods, but otherwise free to use your time for personal activities unless contacted to report for duty.
• Assist with containment setup, negative air systems, and site protection measures to prevent cross-contamination during mitigation activities.
• Load, unload, inventory, and transport equipment, materials, and contents between job sites, warehouses, and storage facilities.
• Support warehouse organization, equipment maintenance, and facility upkeep as needed.
• Participate in required training, certification programs, safety meetings, and continuing education activities.
• Collaborate with team members, supervisors, subcontractors, and other departments to ensure projects are completed efficiently and according to quality standards.
• Perform additional duties and responsibilities as assigned to support business operations and customer needs.

Skills

IICRC certified

Physical strength

Safety compliance

Valid driver’s license

Tools

Moisture meters

PPE usage

Job description

Watterson-Environmental- is seeking a Mitigation Technician to assess damaged properties, clean up, and replace damaged materials in accordance with IICRC standards. The role requires physical capability, PPE proficiency, and the ability to follow instructions.

The position involves operating drying equipment, documenting progress, communicating with customers, and ensuring safety across all tasks. Candidates should be prepared for on-site work and occasional travel for emergency services.