Technician - Mitigation

First Onsite Property Restoration; Kent (WA); On-site; USD 34,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

First Onsite Property Restoration is seeking a Technician in Kent, WA to respond to restoration and disaster recovery projects and work as part of a team to restore homes and businesses after unexpected events.

You will assist with water, fire and mold mitigation, light demolition, equipment setup, and accurate documentation of daily reports while maintaining safe job sites and clean vehicles. The role emphasizes safety, teamwork, and flexible support across service lines.

Qualifications

• Water mitigation certification within 1 year or obtain during employment.
• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Restoration experience is preferred but not mandatory.
• Valid driver’s license required for travel to job sites.

Responsibilities

• Assist with water, fire, and mold mitigation, light demolition, and equipment setup.
• Maintain clean, stocked, and response-ready company vehicles.
• Follow all safety protocols and maintain a safe job site.
• Support project documentation, photos, and daily reports.
• Track expenses, time, and complete necessary work orders.
• Perform physical labor, debris removal, and material handling.
• Provide flexible support across multiple service lines.

Skills

Water mitigation

Fire mitigation

Mold mitigation

Light demolition

Documentation

Education

Water Mitigation Certification

High school diploma or equivalent

Restoration experience

Valid driver’s license

Job description

A Day in the Life of a Technician

As a Technician, you'll start your day ready to respond to restoration and disaster recovery projects, working as part of a team to help restore homes, businesses, and properties after unexpected events. You'll assist with a variety of project and demolition site activities, following established procedures and using industry‑specific tools and equipment to complete work safely and effectively. No two days will look exactly the same, and your work will play an important role in helping customers get back to normal.

Throughout the day, you'll work alongside your teammates to complete assigned tasks, maintain a clean and organized work area, and follow First Onsite policies and procedures. You'll use basic computer skills to complete required documentation and communicate project information as needed. You'll also learn and apply proper techniques for operating restoration equipment and tools, building your skills and experience as you work on different types of projects. Safety will be a priority in everything you do. You'll follow work‑safe practices, company safety programs, and applicable legislative requirements while working at restoration and demolition sites. By working together, following procedures, and taking pride in the quality of your work, you'll help deliver dependable restoration services when customers need them most.

Responsibilities

• Assist with water, fire, and mold mitigation, light demolition, and equipment setup
• Maintain clean, stocked, and response‑ready company vehicles
• Follow all safety protocols and maintain a safe job site
• Support project documentation, photos, and daily reports
• Track expenses, time, and complete necessary work orders
• Perform physical labor, debris removal, and material handling
• Provide flexible support across multiple service lines

Experience & Education

• Possesses or can obtain Water Mitigation Certification within 1 year
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Restoration experience, preferred
• Valid driver's license required

First Onsite provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

First Onsite (and its Companies) participates in E-Verify. We will provide the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employer's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Salary: $25 - $30 per hour