Trades - Renovation Technician

Callusfirst; Lake Bluff (IL); On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

401(k) retirement savings plan

Company-sponsored social and community events

Job summary

Callusfirst in Lake Bluff, IL is seeking an experienced trades professional to join our team. You will be integral in restoring homes and businesses after disasters, contributing to creating safer, more comfortable environments. We offer competitive hourly pay ranging from $20 to $30, along with performance-based incentives and numerous benefits such as health insurance and paid time off.

Join us if you value professionalism, and enjoy meaningful, hands-on work, making a difference in people's lives.

Qualifications

• Experience in remodeling/restoration/construction or other related trades.
• Experience serving commercial and residential properties.
• Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record.

Responsibilities

• Restore homes and businesses following weather-related damage, fire, or other causes.
• Create excellent customer experiences while achieving profitability.
• Maintain clean, organized, professional job sites.

Skills

Experience in remodeling/restoration/construction

Customer service

Communication

Coachability

Education

High school diploma/GED

Job description

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

Lake Bluff, IL | Full-Time | Hourly + Incentives

Join the CallUSFirst Team

CallUSFirst (United Services by Permaco, Inc.) is a 24/7 full-service disaster cleanup and restoration company with over 40 years of experience serving the Lake Bluff community and beyond. We’re known for excellent customer service, quality workmanship, and a strong team culture — and we’re growing.

We are looking for an experienced trades professional to join our team! You will be making an impact each day by responding to customer needs for Water, Fire, Mold, Reconstruction jobs and more.

Why Work With Us?

A Values-Driven Culture

Respect, professionalism, accountability, and appreciation are at the core of everything we do.

Meaningful, Hands-On Work

Every day is different. You’ll help restore homes and properties, creating safer, more comfortable environments for our customers.

Competitive Pay + Incentives

Hourly pay with performance-based incentives and premium pay for emergency and after-hours work.

Growth & Development

Ongoing in-house training, leadership development, and opportunities to advance within the company.

Compensation

• $20.00 – $30.00 per hour, including incentives

Benefits Include

• Six paid holidays per year
• Paid time off (accrues immediately)
• Time-and-a-half pay after 40 hours/week (hourly employees)
• Paid incentives for emergency call-ins (evenings, weekends, holidays)
• Double-time pay for holiday emergency call-ins (Production roles)
• Continuous in-house training
• Company-paid portion of medical and vision insurance
• Optional supplemental insurance (illness, disability, accident, life)
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Company-sponsored social and community events
• Sam’s Club membership (upon request)

Key Responsibilities

• Restore homes and businesses following weather-related damage, fire, or other cause
• Create excellent customer experiences while also achieving profitability
• Follow all safety, vehicle, and equipment standards
• Maintain clean, organized, professional job sites
• Communicate openly with teammates and leadership
• Remain coachable and committed to continuous learning

Qualifications

• Experience in remodeling/restoration/construction or other related trades
• Experience serving commercial and residential properties
• Valid driver’s license and insurable driving record
• High school diploma/GED

Compensation: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Bring your passion and energy. Make a difference. Improve the quality of life for others. Helping home and business owners put their lives back together after a traumatic event, that's what United Services by Permaco does. If that appeals to you and you enjoy the reward of knowing you helped someone restore their lives to normal as well as reaping rewards for your success, please keep reading about these career opportunities.