Senior Technician

Lightspeed Restoration of the Main Line; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Company parties

Competitive salary

Free uniforms

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Profit sharing

Training & development

Team-oriented culture

Career growth

Community impact

Training programs

Competitive compensation

Job summary

Lightspeed Restoration of the Main Line is seeking a Lead Technician to oversee a crew, manage job costs and timelines, and serve as the main customer contact. The role includes handling equipment and a company vehicle for both commercial and residential divisions.

The Lead Technician works with a Field Technician on 24/7 emergency water damage recovery, mold remediation, fire restoration, and indoor air quality services, ensuring quality and safety across projects.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in property restoration services.
• Water/Fire/Mold restoration experience necessary.
• Knowledge of residential/commercial construction practices is a strong plus.
• Professional appearance and safety conscious.
• Able to lift 75 lbs.
• Strong communication and customer service skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage production including hands-on work for mold remediation, water damage cleanup, moisture control, HVAC and dryer vent cleaning.
• Provide strong leadership to ensure safe, timely, and profitable project delivery.
• Manage project documentation (photos, contracts, etc.).
• Respond to emergency recovery situations 24/7.
• Work safely in a team environment.
• Ensure safety measures are enforced on the job site.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Excellent customer service

Self-motivated

Team oriented

Ability to lift 75 lbs

Tools

Valid driver’s license

PC & mobile devices

Job description

Benefits:

• Bonus based on performance
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Free uniforms
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Profit sharing
• Training & development

We Offer:

• Team-oriented culture
• Opportunity for career growth
• Community Impact
• Training programs
• Competitive compensation
• Free uniforms

Job Summary:

The Lead Technician is responsible for overseeing and managing a crew, controlling job costs, production times, and quality assurance, and acting as the primary point of contact for our customers, in addition to being responsible for a company vehicle and all equipment for both commercial and residential divisions.

In addition, the Lead Technician is working with a Field Technician who regularly handles 24/7 emergency water damage recovery, mold remediation, fire restoration, and indoor air quality services in homes and buildings.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Manage the production, including hands-on work as required, of mold remediation, water damage cleanup, installation of preventative moisture control solutions, and HVAC and dryer vent cleaning per written scope of work
• Provide strong leadership to ensure successful, safe, timely, and profitable project delivery and completion
• Manage documentation on projects (i.e. photos, contracts, etc.)
• Respond to emergency recovery situations when needed, 24/7
• Work safely in a team environment
• Ensures all safety measures are enforced on the job site

Qualifications:

• At least three years of experience in property restoration services. Water/Fire/Mold specific restoration experience necessary.
• Working knowledge of residential and/or commercial construction practices is a strong plus
• Self-motivated and growth-oriented
• Able to work efficiently and effectively in a Team environment
• Strong communication skills
• Excellent Customer Service skills
• Ability to operate PC and mobile devices
• Exhibit a professional, neat appearance
• Ability to lift 75 lbs
• Valid driver’s license with satisfactory driving record

Safety Gear Provided:

• PPE
• Gloves (leather, nitrile, or coated cloth depending on application)
• Safety Glasses or Goggles
• N-95 Respirators
• Poly Spun "Tyvek" style suits with hood and foot protection
• Shoe Covers, Knee Pads, and Muck Boots
• Hard Hats, Ear Protection, and steel-toe shoes may be required, depending on site application
• Fall protection for aerial work