Restoration Tradesman - Emergency & General Construction

FIRST ONSITE, LLC; Freeport (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

FIRST ONSITE, LLC in Illinois is seeking a Skilled Tradesman to deliver restoration and disaster recovery services on client sites, performing both labor and core mitigation tasks, from water extraction to mold remediation and interior finishes. You’ll manage basic site paperwork, track expenses, maintain vehicles and tools, and coordinate with leaders for rapid response.

This role requires physical work, strict safety adherence, and flexibility for overtime and travel as needed.

Qualifications

• Water mitigation and mold remediation basics.
• Construction and demolition tasks.
• Safe operation of tools and equipment on job sites.
• Adherence to Environmental, Health, and Safety protocols.
• Willingness to travel and respond to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Assist with mitigation activities including water extraction and mold remediation.
• Maintain vehicles, tools, and job sites ready for rapid response.
• Support daily project operations with documentation and expense tracking.
• Perform physical labor on restoration, construction, and demolition sites.
• Use basic construction skills such as painting, drywall, and interior finish work.
• Follow safety protocols in hazardous environments or disaster sites.
• Be flexible with overtime, weekend work, and potential travel.

Skills

Mitigation

Construction

Physical labor

Safety compliance

Travel readiness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Water Mitigation Certificate within 1 year

Job description

FIRST ONSITE, LLC in Illinois is seeking a Skilled Tradesman to deliver restoration and disaster recovery services on client sites, performing both labor and core mitigation tasks, from water extraction to mold remediation and interior finishes. You’ll manage basic site paperwork, track expenses, maintain vehicles and tools, and coordinate with leaders for rapid response.

This role requires physical work, strict safety adherence, and flexibility for overtime and travel as needed.