Restoration Technician

PALM BUILD LLC; Deerfield Beach (FL); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

Palm Build LLC is seeking a Restoration Technician in Florida to handle mitigation and putback work on water, fire, and mold jobs. Join our team to follow established procedures, work with our Lead Technician, and help homeowners recover their properties.

The role requires WRT certification, 2+ years of restoration experience, and physical ability to lift 50+ lbs. Pay is $21/hr, full-time, with on-site work.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of water, fire, or mold restoration experience.
• IICRC WRT certification.
• Basic drywall putback (hang, tape, mud, and finish patches), interior painting, and baseboard installation skills.
• Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs, climb ladders, and work in heat and humidity.

Responsibilities

• Perform water extraction, demo, removal of wet materials, and debris haul-off.
• Set up, monitor, and pick up drying equipment: air movers, dehumidifiers, air scrubbers, and containment.
• Clean, sanitize, and apply antimicrobial as directed.
• Perform drywall putback, interior painting, and baseboard installs.
• Take accurate moisture readings and job photos as assigned.
• Protect the customer's home with floor protection and containment, and leave a clean site at the end of each day.
• Load, unload, and clean equipment and vehicles.
• Take part in the after-hours and weekend on-call rotation for emergency water calls.

Skills

Water restoration experience

Punctual and reliable

Education

IICRC WRT certification

Job description

Benefits:

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

About the Role

Palm Build is hiring a Restoration Technician to handle mitigation and putback work on water, fire, and mold jobs. You'll work alongside our Lead Technician, follow Palm Build's procedures and safety standards, and help homeowners get their homes back. If you're WRT certified and handy with drywall, paint, and trim, we want to talk to you.

Pay: $21/hr, full time

What You'll Do

• Perform water extraction, demo, removal of wet materials, and debris haul-off
• Set up, monitor, and pick up drying equipment: air movers, dehumidifiers, air scrubbers, and containment
• Clean, sanitize, and apply antimicrobial as directed
• Perform drywall putback, interior painting, and baseboard installs
• Take accurate moisture readings and job photos as assigned
• Protect the customer's home with floor protection and containment, and leave a clean site at the end of each day
• Load, unload, and clean equipment and vehicles
• Take part in the after-hours and weekend on-call rotation for emergency water calls

What You Need

• 2+ years of water, fire, or mold restoration experience
• IICRC WRT certification
• Basic drywall putback (hang, tape, mud, and finish patches), interior painting, and baseboard installation skills
• Willingness to follow direction and take feedback from the Lead Technician
• A valid driver's license and a clean driving record (insurable on company vehicles)
• Ability to pass a background check and drug screen
• Reliable transportation to the shop and job sites
• Ability to lift 50+ lbs, climb ladders, crawl in attics and crawlspaces, and work in heat and humidity
• Willingness to wear required PPE (respirator, Tyvek, gloves, eye protection) and pass a respirator fit test
• Your own basic hand tools for drywall, paint, and trim work
• Comfort using a smartphone for job apps, photos, and time tracking
• Professional, respectful conduct in customers' homes

About Palm Build

Palm Build is a restoration and construction company known for fast response times, quality workmanship, and real care for the homeowners we serve. Our team is our greatest asset, and we're building a place where skilled tradespeople can grow and build long careers.