Restoration Technician

Socket.dev; Kentucky; On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical plans

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Health Savings Account

Flexible Spending Accounts

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company matching

Paid time off

Paid training

Career growth

Job summary

Power Dry in Lewis Center, OH is seeking a dependable Restoration Technician to join our emergency water and mold removal team. This is a hands-on role with training provided and clear opportunities for career growth.

You will perform water extraction, set up drying equipment, remove damaged materials, and work on a rotating on-call schedule. Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits are offered.

Qualifications

• Dependable and hardworking with physical stamina for hands-on restoration tasks.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to restoration processes.
• High school diploma or GED; IICRC certifications are a plus but not required.

Responsibilities

• Perform water extraction and removal of water-damaged materials.
• Set up, monitor, and remove professional drying equipment (air movers, dehumidifiers).
• Perform light demolition of affected materials (drywall, carpet, padding).
• Move and protect furniture and belongings as needed.
• Apply antimicrobial cleaning products per procedures.
• Maintain, clean, and care for equipment.
• Keep sites safe, organized, and professional.

Skills

Dependable

Hardworking

Physical stamina

Willing to learn

Education

High school diploma/GED

IICRC certifications (a plus)

Tools

Hand tools

Power tools

Restoration equipment

Job description

Restoration Technician

Power Dry – Lewis Center, OH
Full-Time | $18.00–$23.00 per hour

Turn Chaos into Calm – Join Our Rapidly Growing Team

Founded in 1988, Power Dry is a leader in emergency water and mold removal services. For over 38 years, we’ve proudly helped customers through some of the most difficult moments in their lives. As we continue to grow our presence in the Columbus, Ohio market, we're looking for a dependable, hardworking, and customer-focused Restoration Technician to join our team.

At Power Dry, we foster a positive and supportive work culture. We celebrate team wins with fun events, provide catered meals, and are committed to creating a workplace where employees can thrive both professionally and personally. We offer clear career growth opportunities, on-the-job training, and the autonomy to take ownership of your work.

This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys hands-on work, working with a team, and helping people. Previous restoration experience is a plus, but it is not required — we provide training!

Compensation & Benefits

Pay: $18.00–$23.00 per hour, based on experience

Power Dry offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Choice of 4 medical plans, including one option available at $0 payroll cost for employee coverage
• Dental insurance with 2 plan options
• Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) available with the high-deductible health plan
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) for medical and dependent care expenses
• Company-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
• Company-paid $25,000 life insurance policy
• 401(k) with company matching
• Ancillary benefit options, including Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Paid training and continued development
• Career growth and advancement opportunities

What You'll Do

As a Restoration Technician, you'll work alongside our mitigation team to help homeowners and businesses recover after water damage and flooding.

This is a hands-on, physical role that may include water extraction, setting up professional drying equipment, removing damaged materials, cleaning, demolition, and working in areas such as attics and crawlspaces.

Responsibilities include:

• Perform water extraction and removal of water-damaged materials
• Set up, monitor, and remove professional drying equipment, including air movers and dehumidifiers
• Perform light demolition of affected drywall, carpet, padding, flooring, and other building materials
• Move and protect furniture and household belongings as needed
• Apply antimicrobial and cleaning products according to established procedures
• Assist with demolition, remediation, cleaning, packing, and moving
• Perform carpet cleaning as needed
• Maintain, clean, and properly care for company equipment
• Keep job sites clean, organized, professional, and safe
• Complete required job documentation, timecards, vehicle records, and other paperwork accurately and on time
• Follow established emergency service, production, and safety procedures
• Communicate professionally with customers and team members
• Perform other restoration-related duties as assigned by the Mitigation Manager

What We’re Looking For

You don't need previous restoration experience to be successful in this role. We're looking for someone who is dependable, hardworking, comfortable with physical work, and willing to learn.

Experience in construction, demolition, landscaping, moving, warehouse work, maintenance, installation, or another hands-on/labor-intensive environment can translate well to this position.

Qualifications

• Valid driver's license
• Reliable transportation to and from work
• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Restoration, mitigation, or construction experience is a plus, but not required
• IICRC certifications are a plus, but not required
• Ability to safely perform physical work in a construction/restoration environment
• Ability to routinely lift and move items weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Comfortable working in confined or challenging areas, including crawlspaces and attics
• Comfortable using or learning to use hand tools, power tools, and restoration equipment
• Ability to communicate professionally with customers and coworkers
• Ability to accurately document work performed
• Strong listening skills and a positive attitude
• Dependable, punctual, and reliable
• Must successfully complete required pre-employment background check and drug screening

Schedule & On-Call Requirements

This is not a traditional Monday–Friday, 9-to-5 position.

Power Dry provides emergency restoration services, which means our customers may need us outside of normal business hours. Restoration Technicians must be willing to:

• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule
• Work occasional evenings and after-hours emergency calls
• Work weekends as part of the rotation
• Work overtime and some holidays as needed

Flexibility and reliability are important parts of being successful in this role.

Build Your Career With Power Dry

Restoration can be challenging work, but it's also incredibly rewarding. Every day, our technicians have the opportunity to help customers recover after unexpected damage to their homes and businesses.

You’ll receive hands-on training while developing valuable skills in water mitigation, structural drying, demolition, cleaning, and restoration. As Power Dry continues to grow in the Columbus market, there will be opportunities for strong performers to take on additional responsibilities and advance their careers.

If you're dependable, enjoy working with your hands, take pride in doing quality work, and want to build a career with a growing company, we'd love to hear from you.

Job Type: Full-time
Pay:$18.00–$23.00 per hour
Location: Lewis Center, OH