Water Damage Restoration Technician

1800 Water Damage of Birmingham,Al; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

401(k)

401(k) matching

Job summary

1-800 WATER DAMAGE is seeking a Restoration Technician to perform water extraction, drying, mold remediation, and related reconstruction tasks on-site. You will demonstrate strong customer service and organizational skills while supporting fire damage restoration and other tasks as needed.

Applicants should hold IICRC WRT certification or equivalent experience, pass a background check, and have a clean driving record. Compensation is hourly with benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• IICRC WRT certification or equivalent experience is required.
• Ability to lift 50–75 lbs consistently and work in PPE.
• Clean driving record and insurable license for company vehicles.

Responsibilities

• On-site water extraction and drying, mold remediation, and related reconstruction tasks.
• Demonstrate organizational and problem-solving skills with exemplary customer service.
• Assist with fire damage restoration and other tasks as needed; document drying conditions in systems.

Skills

Customer service

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Education

IICRC WRT Certification or equivalent experience

Tools

MICA

RMS

Job description

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching

Restoration Technicians are expected to demonstrate a clear understanding of on-site production services, including, but not limited to: water extraction, the drying process, fire cleaning / deodorization, mold remediation and related reconstruction tasks. He/she must demonstrate organizational and problem-solving skills and exemplary customer service skills. While a restoration technicians’ primary role and expertise will be in water damage restoration, the cheerful participation in other related tasks such as fire damage restoration and small reconstruction services is expected.

Required Resources

• Reliable transportation to/from our facility
• Personal mobile Smart phone (preferably Apple based)
• Work boots
• Belt
• Must be able to pass a background check and be free of violent crime convictions or theft-related felonies within the past 10 years.

Trained To Excel In

• Securing signed work authorization & other relevant forms
• Moisture investigation/ Mapping/ Basic Scope Development
• Safe and timely completion of daily restoration related tasks.
• Completion of paperwork and/or real time input of drying conditions in system such as MICA and RMS
• Ability to operate efficiently with minimum supervision

Job Requirements

• IICRC WRT Certification or equivalent experience
• Perform regular restoration duties and respond to service calls as needed
• Ability to operate all water, mold and fire cleaning equipment efficiently with minimal or no supervision
• Cleaning / decontamination / maintenance of equipment after job
• Fleet vehicle maintenance / cleaning
• Shop and office organization / cleaning
• Physically able to lift 50 lbs. – 75 lbs. consistently
• Physically able to work in Personal Protection Equipment (PPE)
• Cheerfully available for after-hours, large loss and/or inclement weather emergency events on an as needed and rotational basis per current staffing levels
• Insurable drivers license with clean driving record and the ability to drive company vehicles under 10,000 lb. GVW
• Ability to tow all company-owned trailers
• Maintain a well-groomed and professional appearance
• Demonstrate a positive attitude in the work environment
• Maintain a good attendance record infrequent tardiness

Compensation: $19.00 - $22.00 per hour

Choose a Rewarding Career with 1-800 WATER DAMAGE

1-800 WATER DAMAGE is a trusted property restoration company serving customers across the nation. With locations spanning coast-to-coast, we help home and business owners return their property to its original condition, while restoring what truly matters—health and safety. Our team is fully vetted, IICRC-certified, and insured for your safety.

What We Do

We handle a range of restoration projects including emergency mitigation, water damage restoration, carpet cleaning, fire and smoke damage restoration, sewage cleanup, mold remediation, and much more. We understand how stressful this situation can be, which is why we are equipped to help you deal with insurance companies, property management, and the many other parties interested or involved with the damage. Our water damage technicians, sales teams, and administrative professionals take pride in helping others through home and commercial building restoration.

Our Values

Owned by the BELFOR Franchise Group, 1-800 WATER DAMAGE is dedicated to excellence. We provide services with a personal touch but are also backed by the expertise of an internationally renowned restoration company. Because clients are going through an extremely difficult and emotionally taxing time, we provide caring support, upfront communication, and effective services. We believe in full transparency, which is why we provide customized solutions and pricing upfront.

This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to 1-800-Water Damage Corporate.