Restoration Crew Chief

iicrc-careers; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

PTO & Holidays

Dental

Vision

Life Insurance

401K

Job summary

ServiceMaster DSI is seeking a Restoration Crew Chief in Chicago, IL for residential and commercial fire and water cleanup. You will lead Restoration Technicians, coordinate tasks, and ensure project quality and safety.

The role requires WRT certification, strong communication, and the ability to lift 50+ lbs. English proficiency is required; English/Spanish bilingualism is a plus. Competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Must have IICRC WRT certification.
• IICRC Fire & Smoke/Odor Mitigation certification a plus.
• English speaking proficiency is required; bilingual a plus.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Direct, aid and supervise Restoration Technicians on assigned projects.
• Ensure timely, quality completion of restoration work and docs.
• Maintain site safety, train staff, and manage client communications.
• Oversee move-outs, packing, cleaning, and equipment use as needed.

Skills

Communication

English Proficiency

Team Leadership

Bilingual EN/ES

Driver's License

Mobility/Lift

Education

IICRC WRT Certification

IICRC Fire & Smoke/Odor Mitigation Certification

Job description

Restoration Crew Chief

$22-$25/hour, negotiable based on experience, certifications, and qualifications.

Chicago, IL

We are the nation’s largest ServiceMaster franchise company with 20 branches located in Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Colorado, Florida, Minnesota, North Carolina, Kansas and Wisconsin that offers its employees on-the-job training, opportunity for career advancement, while helping people in need.

Who we are:

ServiceMaster DSI provides restoration in Chicago, IL and surrounding areas. With continued investment in education, the latest tools and technology, and expert training, we are industry leaders in disaster restoration cleaning and is known for the great care we take with clients and employees alike.

• Our community-like work environment focuses on providing extensive training to service our clients with the most advanced equipment in the restoration industry.
• We believe that engaged and happy employees make ServiceMaster DSI an amazing place to work where we are always ready to help families and businesses recover from fire and water damage.

The Position:

We’re looking for a Restoration Crew Chief. This position is for residential and commercial fire and water clean-up and restoration. Job assignments include but are not limited to specialty mitigation services, light demolition, water extraction, carpet and upholstery cleaning, mold abatement, vandalism clean-up, fire and smoke damage mitigation, content move-outs and pack ins, and content cleaning. This position also directs, aids and supervises the Restoration Technicians assigned to the project.

The pay range we’re offering starts at $22+/per hour, PLUS Commission!

• We offer Health and Wellness Insurance
• We also offer generous PTO and Holiday Pay
• And Dental, Vision, Life insurance, along with 401K

Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Crew Chief in a fire and flood restoration company
• IICRC Water Restoration Technician (WRT) certification
• IICRC certification for Fire & Smoke/Odor Mitigations is a plus
• Strong good communication skills
• English speaking proficiency is REQUIRED
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must have reliable transportation
• Ability and willingness to travel out of town as needed
• Must be able to move and lift up to 50+ lbs.
• Must be able to work after hours, evenings, and weekends as needed
• Lift certification is a plus

Responsibilities:

• Ensures the timely quality completion of assigned restoration cleaning, moving, packing, or general labor projects.
• Directs, aids and supervises the Restoration Techs and Staff Laborers assigned to the Restoration Crew Chief by the Project Manager on a per project basis.
• Ensures and evaluates competence and quality of the Restoration Techs and Staff Laborers.
• Ensures a continuous increase in the knowledge and skill level (training) of the Restoration Techs and Staff Laborers.
• Ensures the productivity of the Restoration Techs and Staff Laborers assigned to the Restoration Crew Chief by the Production Manager.
• Ensures all required restoration project documentation, including forms and photo-documentation, is completed in accordance with established protocols.
• Ensures excellent customer communication and relations.
• Perform other duties as required. These duties may include job functions that are outside the scope of normal job duties.

Why Should You Apply?

• Competitive compensation with opportunity for overtime
• Great Benefits
• We work together – openly and cross-functionally because it enables us to build relationships, learning together and win as a team.
• We go above and beyond for our clients and you’ll find that we have a dynamic environment where learning and growth opportunities are abundant and hard work and results are awarded.

If you’re looking for a challenging and fulfilling career, be part of the ServiceMaster DSI family.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer/Vets Welcome Here!