Water Mitigation Crew Chief — Lead Restoration & Drying

J Blanton Plumbing; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Overtime opportunities

Career growth opportunities

Professional training and certificates

Stable year-round work

Supportive team environment

Job summary

J. Blanton Plumbing is seeking a seasoned Water Mitigation & Restoration Crew Chief to lead mitigation projects from start to finish. You will manage job sites, direct laborers, and ensure equipment setup meets high standards while delivering top-tier service to homeowners.

The ideal candidate has restoration experience, understands drying processes, and can confidently lead a team in a fast-paced environment, maintaining professionalism with customers and homeowners alike.

Qualifications

• Must have IICRC certification and water certification.
• Experience in water mitigation or restoration preferred.
• Ability to lead a crew and communicate with homeowners.

Responsibilities

• Lead 2+ Crew members on site and lead daily job-site activities and ensure work is completed to mitigation standards.
• Lead water damage mitigation projects from initial response through completion
• Direct and supervise mitigation technicians and laborers on job sites
• Strong knowledge of water mitigation and drying procedures.
• Experience with dry logs and scope sheet updates.
• Inspect properties and assess water damage conditions
• Set up and monitor drying equipment including air movers, dehumidifiers, and containment systems
• Perform moisture readings and document job progress
• Communicate clearly with homeowners about work being performed
• Ensure job sites remain safe, clean, and organized
• Coordinate with management regarding job progress and equipment needs
• Follow company mitigation protocols and industry standards
• Complete documentation and job reports accurately
• Valid driver’s license
• Ability to lead a team and manage job site workflow
• Strong communication and customer service skills
• Ability to lift 50+ pounds and work in physically demanding environments
• Strong attention to detail and organization
• Reliable and punctual
• Water damage mitigation or restoration experience
• Experience using drying equipment and moisture detection tools
• Experience managing crews or job sites

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Customer service

Physical stamina

Valid driver’s license

Education

IICRC certified

Water certification

Job description

J. Blanton Plumbing is seeking a seasoned Water Mitigation & Restoration Crew Chief to lead mitigation projects from start to finish. You will manage job sites, direct laborers, and ensure equipment setup meets high standards while delivering top-tier service to homeowners.

The ideal candidate has restoration experience, understands drying processes, and can confidently lead a team in a fast-paced environment, maintaining professionalism with customers and homeowners alike.