Water/Fire Restoration Crew Chief

ServiceMaster RRH; Hillsboro (MO); On-site; USD 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Job summary

ServiceMaster RRH in Hillsboro, MO is seeking a Water/Fire Restoration Crew Chief to lead our restoration teams from start to finish. You will oversee projects, ensure safety, quality workmanship, and client satisfaction while guiding crews in fast-paced environments.

The ideal candidate has experience in water and fire damage restoration, strong communication, and hands-on skills with cleaning equipment. This role offers hands-on leadership, competitive pay, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Experience in restoration with water or fire damage.
• Knowledge of cleaning techniques and restoration tools.
• Experience leading a crew in restoration/construction is preferred.
• Ability to operate restoration equipment confidently.
• Strong communication and proactive problem-solving skills.
• Physical stamina for demanding tasks and working in confined spaces.

Responsibilities

• Lead and supervise restoration crews on water and fire projects.
• Perform cleaning, mitigation, and restoration tasks with hand/power tools.
• Assess damage sites and develop effective restoration plans.
• Operate equipment like carpet cleaners, moisture meters, and dehumidifiers.
• Coordinate with project managers to ensure timely project completion.
• Document progress and communicate with clients and team members.

Skills

Crew leadership

Safety compliance

Communication

Physical stamina

Problem solving

Education

Certified restoration professional (water/fire)

Tools

Carpet cleaners

Moisture meters

Dehumidifiers

Job description

Benefits

• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Competitive salary
• Dental insurance

Join our dynamic restoration team as a Water/Fire Restoration Crew Chief and lead the charge in restoring properties affected by water and fire damage. In this energetic role, you will oversee restoration projects from start to finish, ensuring quality workmanship, safety, and customer satisfaction. Your leadership will inspire your crew to deliver exceptional results while maintaining a fast-paced, safety-conscious environment. If you thrive in hand-on roles that combine technical expertise with team management, this is your opportunity to make a tangible difference in clients' lives during their most challenging moments.

Duties

• Lead and supervise restoration crews during water and fire damage projects, ensuring efficient workflow and adherence to safety protocols.
• Perform detailed cleaning, mitigation, and other specialized restoration tasks using hand tools and power tools.
• Assess damage sites to develop effective restoration plans, including water extraction, fire debris removal, and structural drying.
• Operate construction equipment and cleaning machinery such as carpet cleaners, air movers, dehumidifiers, and other restoration industry tools.
• Coordinate with project managers to ensure timely completion of projects while maintaining high-quality standards.
• Document project progress through detailed reports and communicate effectively with clients and team members throughout each job.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in the restoration industry with a focus on water damage and fire damage.
• Strong knowledge of cleaning techniques, hand tools, power tools, and construction practices related to restoration work.
• Prior experience leading or supervising a crew within the restoration or construction industry is highly preferred.
• Ability to operate specialized equipment such as carpet cleaners, and moisture meters confidently.
• Excellent communication skills with a proactive approach to problem-solve and team coordination.
• Physical stamina to perform demanding tasks including lifting heavy materials, working in confined spaces, and standing for extended periods.
• Certifications in water or fire damage restoration are advantageous.

This energetic role offers an exciting opportunity for motivated individuals passionate about restoring properties and helping clients rebuild their lives after disasters. Join us to lead impactful projects with a dedicated team committed to excellence!

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Compensation: $20.00 - $24.00 per hour

Built on a foundation of great brands and employees with a passion for service, our vision is to be the leading provider of essential services through empowered people, world-class customer service and convenient access. By joining ServiceMaster, you'll be part of a talented network of employees with a shared vision.

Our environment is a diverse community where successful people work together to achieve common goals.

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 The ServiceMaster Company, LLC.