Water Damage Mitigation Technician

BELFOR Property Restoration; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

BELFOR Property Restoration in San Diego is seeking an on-site mitigation technician to support water damage response. You will operate specialized equipment for pumping, extracting water, and mold remediation under supervision, ensuring safety and compliance.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, vehicle maintenance, and effective communication with team leaders to protect client property, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality containment and cleanup services.

Qualifications

• Experience with water pumping and mold remediation required.
• Ability to work under supervision and follow safety protocols.
• English language literacy and fluency.

Responsibilities

• Receive instructions from the team leader and execute tasks.
• Perform daily vehicle safety and maintenance inspections.
• Set up drying equipment and containment systems per BELFOR methods.
• Operate water extraction and drying equipment under supervision.
• Maintain clean, organized job sites and protect client belongings.
• Adhere to MSDS protocols and BELFOR safety standards.
• Travel and work nights or weekends as required.

Skills

Water pumping & extraction

Mold remediation

Moving & resetting contents

Setting drying equipment

Antimicrobial applications

Vehicle safety inspections

English language literacy

Tools

Scraper and rinse rod

Weighed trawl

Weighed extractor

Portable extraction unit

HEPA vacuum

Neg Air

Injectidry system

Directed-In system

Octi-Dry system

Job description

BELFOR Property Restoration in San Diego is seeking an on-site mitigation technician to support water damage response. You will operate specialized equipment for pumping, extracting water, and mold remediation under supervision, ensuring safety and compliance.

The role emphasizes attention to detail, vehicle maintenance, and effective communication with team leaders to protect client property, meet deadlines, and deliver high-quality containment and cleanup services.