Mold Technician

PuroClean Metropolitan Washington of Rockville; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

A leading restoration company in Rockville, MD seeks a Mold Technician to assist in mold remediation and restoration projects. The role involves performing inspections, setting up containment, removing contaminated materials, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Candidates should have experience in mold remediation, a valid driver's license, and preferred certifications in microbial remediation or water damage restoration.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in mold remediation or related services preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Certifications like IICRC AMRT or WRT preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform mold remediation in residential and commercial properties.
• Set up containment barriers and operate restoration equipment.
• Clean and disinfect affected areas using approved solutions.
• Maintain accurate job site records and communicate with team members.

Skills

Mold remediation

Environmental cleanup

Restoration services

Effective communication

Tools

Air scrubbers

HEPA vacuums

Moisture meters

Job description

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Job Summary

The Mold Technician assists in mold remediation and restoration projects by performing inspections, containment setup, removal, cleaning, and documentation of affected areas. This role is responsible for ensuring that all mold removal work is completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with industry standards and company procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform mold remediation in residential and commercial properties following established safety and cleaning protocols.
• Set up and maintain containment barriers, negative air machines, and dehumidifiers.
• Remove and dispose of mold-contaminated materials (e.g., drywall, insulation, flooring) properly.
• Clean and disinfect affected areas using approved antimicrobial solutions and equipment.
• Operate restoration equipment such as air scrubbers, HEPA vacuums, and moisture meters.
• Assist with moisture inspections, and documentation as directed by the Project Manager or Lead Technician.
• Maintain accurate job site records, including before-and-after photos and daily progress logs.
• Adhere to IICRC (Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification) guidelines.
• Ensure proper PPE (personal protective equipment) use and safe handling of chemicals and contaminated materials.
• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and occasionally with property owners or insurance adjusters.
• Support other restoration work such as water damage mitigation and structural drying when needed.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in mold remediation, environmental cleanup, or restoration services preferred.
• Valid driver’s license
• Preferred Certifications (not required):
• IICRC Applied Microbial Remediation Technician (AMRT)
• Water Damage Restoration Technician (WRT)