Water Damage Restoration Technician

RestoreCore, Inc.; Lafayette Park (PA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

RestoreCore is seeking an experienced Water Damage Restoration Technician to provide water damage mitigation and restoration services for residential and commercial properties. This hands-on role includes emergency response, water extraction, structural drying, demolition, moisture monitoring, equipment setup, and customer communication.

The position involves responding to water damage and emergency restoration projects, performing extraction and drying, setting up equipment, documenting

Qualifications

• 1+ year of water mitigation/restoration hands-on experience preferred.
• IICRC Water Restoration Technician certification is a plus.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and perform physically demanding work.

Responsibilities

• Respond to water damage and emergency restoration projects.
• Perform water extraction, structural drying, dehumidification, and cleanup.
• Set up, monitor, and remove air movers, dehumidifiers, and drying equipment.
• Take moisture readings and document drying progress.
• Remove damaged drywall, flooring, insulation, and other materials.
• Apply antimicrobial treatments when needed.
• Document work with photos, notes, moisture logs, and equipment records.
• Communicate professionally with customers and project managers.
• Clean and maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools.
• Follow company, OSHA, and jobsite safety requirements.
• Participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours emergencies.

Skills

Water mitigation

Structural drying

Moisture detection

Customer service

Physical stamina

Job description

RestoreCore is hiring an experienced Water Damage Restoration Technician to provide water damage mitigation and restoration services for residential and commercial properties. This hands-on role includes emergency response, water extraction, structural drying, demolition, moisture monitoring, equipment setup, and customer communication.

What You’ll Do

• Respond to water damage and emergency restoration projects
• Perform water extraction, structural drying, dehumidification, and cleanup
• Set up, monitor, and remove air movers, dehumidifiers, and drying equipment
• Take moisture readings and document drying progress
• Remove damaged drywall, flooring, insulation, and other materials
• Apply antimicrobial treatments when needed
• Document work with photos, notes, moisture logs, and equipment records
• Communicate professionally with customers and project managers
• Clean and maintain company vehicles, equipment, and tools
• Follow company, OSHA, and jobsite safety requirements
• Participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours emergencies

What We’re Looking For

• One or more years of water mitigation, restoration, construction, or related hands-on experience preferred
• Knowledge of water extraction, structural drying, demolition, and moisture detection
• IICRC Water Restoration Technician certification is a plus
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Ability to lift at least 50 pounds and perform physically demanding work
• Strong communication, organization, and customer service skills
• Availability for on-call, evening, weekend, and emergency response work

Why Join RestoreCore?

• Join a stable, family-owned disaster restoration company
• Work on a variety of residential and commercial restoration projects
• Build your skills and advance within the restoration industry
• Receive structured onboarding and support from an experienced team
• Make a direct impact by helping customers recover from property damage

This position involves indoor and outdoor work in varying conditions. Exposure to water, dust, odors, noise, and damaged building materials is common. Required personal protective equipment will be provided and must be used as directed.

RestoreCore is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.