Water & Fire Restoration Technician

Watterson-Environmental-; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

EAP

STD/LTD

Basic Life and AD&D

Voluntary Life

Supplemental: Accident, Critical Illn.

Cell Phone Stipend

401(k)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Watterson Environmental is seeking a Mitigation Technician to assess and restore damaged properties, operate drying equipment, and ensure safe, quality outcomes. You will document progress, communicate with customers, and follow PPE and safety practices to protect teams and sites.

The role requires physical ability to lift up to 75 pounds, valid driver’s license, and willingness to work in varied environments as part of a dynamic restoration team.

Qualifications

• IICRC Restoration Certifications (WRT, ASD, FSRT, etc.) preferred.
• 2+ years as an experienced Restoration Technician preferred.
• 1-2 years of general work experience.
• The ability to lift a minimum of 75 pounds.
• Valid Driver’s license in good standing without restrictions.

Responsibilities

• Perform water mitigation, fire/smoke cleanup, mold remediation, and demolition services under supervisor direction.
• Assess damaged areas and help determine scope of work and salvageable items.
• Set up, monitor, and remove drying equipment (air movers, dehumidifiers, air scrubbers, moisture meters).
• Execute extraction, debris removal, demolition, cleaning, sanitizing, and contents handling to stabilize properties.
• Document job progress with photos, moisture readings, sketches, and notes in company systems.

Skills

IICRC Certification

Restoration Experience

Physical Strength

Driver's License

Job description

Watterson Environmental is seeking a Mitigation Technician to assess and restore damaged properties, operate drying equipment, and ensure safe, quality outcomes. You will document progress, communicate with customers, and follow PPE and safety practices to protect teams and sites.

The role requires physical ability to lift up to 75 pounds, valid driver’s license, and willingness to work in varied environments as part of a dynamic restoration team.