Restoration & Emergency Response Technician

firstonsiteus; Hayward (CA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

First Onsite is seeking a Skilled Tradesman to provide restoration and disaster recovery services, including mitigation activities and physical labor on diverse projects. You will assist with daily field reports, crew sheets, and tracking expenses while actively participating in site work and equipment setup.

Ideal candidates bring high school diploma and willingness to obtain a Water Mitigation Certificate within a year.

Qualifications

• Willingness to obtain Water Mitigation Certificate within 1 year
• Restoration experience preferred (will train)
• Construction experience preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent required

Responsibilities

• Assist with mitigation activities (water extraction, fire and mold remediation, light demolition, emergency board-ups)
• Maintain vehicles, tools, and job sites clean and stocked
• Support daily project operations by documenting costs and updates
• Perform physical labor on restoration, construction and demolition sites
• Use basic construction skills (painting, drywall, texturing, interior finish)
• Follow EH&S protocols in hazardous environments
• Be flexible with overtime, weekends, and possible travel

Skills

Physical labor

Safety compliance

Travel readiness

Basic construction skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Water mitigation equipment

Mold remediation tools

Painting tools

Drywall tools

Job description

First Onsite is seeking a Skilled Tradesman to provide restoration and disaster recovery services, including mitigation activities and physical labor on diverse projects. You will assist with daily field reports, crew sheets, and tracking expenses while actively participating in site work and equipment setup.

Ideal candidates bring high school diploma and willingness to obtain a Water Mitigation Certificate within a year.