Restoration Lead Technician (Flooring Expert)

Next Level Restoration and Remodel; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance

401(k)

FTO (Flexible Time Off)

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Next Level Restoration & Remodel, based in Albuquerque, NM, is seeking a Lead Technician (Flooring Expert) who will own flooring work on restoration rebuilds, guiding daily field execution and serving as the flooring authority in the field. This full-time, on-site role emphasizes ownership, craftsmanship, and accountability to deliver projects on schedule and to our high standards.

You will lead installation across LVP, laminate, tile, and carpet, oversee subfloor prep, moisture mitigation,

Qualifications

• The role requires ownership of flooring execution in restoration projects.
• Experience leading field teams and coaching technicians.

Responsibilities

• Own flooring execution end-to-end on restoration rebuilds.
• Lead installation across all flooring types including prep, layout, transitions, and finishes.
• Coordinate flooring work with restoration sequencing and other trades.
• Enforce craftsmanship standards and resolve issues before they escalate.
• Maintain clean, safe jobsites and protect client property.
• Develop Technicians and Helpers through hands-on leadership.

Skills

Flooring installation

Leadership

Project coordination

Quality control

Job description

Imagine walking away from a restoration rebuild knowing:

• the site ran smoothly from start to finish
• flooring was installed right the first time — no callbacks
• moisture, prep, and transitions were handled correctly
• and production never had to step in to fix execution

If you’re a field leader who owns flooring execution and sets the standard, keep reading — this role is built for ownership, mastery, and trust.

Who We Are

Next Level Restoration & Remodel is an Albuquerque-based restoration and remodel company built around craftsmanship, accountability, and respect for people — and we hold those standards on every job. We specialize in restoration rebuilds and remodel work — flooring, tile, drywall, carpentry — and we are building a company where:

• quality is non-negotiable
• management stays out of the field because the field is owned
• tradespeople are trusted, paid well, and expected to perform

We do not cut corners. We do not lower the bar. We do not do “good enough.”

The Role

Role Title: Lead Technician (Flooring Expert)
Reports To: Restoration Department Manager
Status: Full-Time, Field Role

You own flooring execution within restoration rebuild projects. You lead daily field execution for all flooring scopes while serving as the flooring authority in the field — without constant management involvement. Your job is to make restoration rebuilds predictable, clean, and professionally executed — with flooring work that protects schedules, quality, and the Next Level brand.

What Success Looks Like

You are successful in this role when:

• Flooring installs (LVP, laminate, tile, carpet) meet a non-negotiable standard
• Subfloor prep, moisture mitigation, transitions, and finishes are done right the first time
• Flooring scopes stay aligned with restoration timelines and sequencing
• Punch items are identified early and jobs close clean
• Technicians and Helpers improve because you lead, coach, and set the standard

What You’ll Do

You will:

• Own flooring execution end-to-end on restoration rebuild projects
• Lead and perform installation across all flooring types, including prep, layout, transitions, and finishes
• Coordinate flooring work with restoration sequencing and other trades
• Enforce craftsmanship standards and resolve issues before they escape
• Maintain clean, safe jobsites while protecting client property
• Develop Technicians and Helpers through hands on leadership

Who This Role Is For

This role is for someone who is:

• Accountable and authentic, owning outcomes without excuses
• Respectful, team-driven, and leads by example
• Intentional and efficient, planning work to avoid waste and rework
• Empathetic and solution-oriented under restoration pressure
• Proud of elite flooring craftsmanship and committed to growth

Who This Is NOT For

This role is not for you if:

• You want to work alone without ownership or leadership
• You need constant supervision
• You avoid accountability for job outcomes
• You get defensive when quality is challenged

What Makes Next Level a Great Place to Work

At Next Level, we believe great people thrive in clear systems, high standards, and well‑run jobs.

You can expect:

• Competitive pay aligned with leadership responsibility and craftsmanship
• Full‑time, steady work in restoration rebuilds
• Clear expectations and real ownership
• Respect and autonomy — no micromanagement
• Leadership support that removes obstacles, not standards
• Growth without being pushed into an office role

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

This is a full-time, long-term field leadership role — not temporary work and not piece rate.

Compensation is based on experience, demonstrated flooring expertise, and field leadership capability — not titles or tenure.

What we offer:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• FTO (Flexible Time Off)
• Professional development opportunities

This role is built for professionals who want stability and autonomy — without sacrificing standards or benefits.