Water Mitigation Technician

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup; Danville (VA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance with company premium

Dental, vision, life, disability, and.

Paid holidays and paid time off

401(k) with company match

Ongoing training and professional dev

Job summary

Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup in Danville, VA is seeking a Water Mitigation Technician to respond to residential and commercial water damage. You will remove water, set up drying equipment, and monitor the drying process as part of a hands-on restoration team.

No prior industry experience is required, but reliability, willingness to learn, and good communication with customers are essential. The role offers full-time, year-round employment with on-site work and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Restoration or related hands-on experience preferred
• Industry experience not required for motivated learners
• Valid driver's license with acceptable driving record
• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic
• Good communication and customer service skills

Responsibilities

• Remove water and set up drying equipment
• Clean affected areas and remove damaged materials
• Monitor the drying process and document progress
• Take moisture readings and protect unaffected areas
• Learn to use professional mitigation equipment

Skills

Hands-on experience

Reliable/Dependable

Teamwork

Customer service

Communication

Tools

Moisture meters

Mitigation equipment

Job description

Water Mitigation Technician

Danville, VA

Full-Time | Year-Round Employment

Pay: $16.00-$18.00 per hour, based on experience

Learn a Skilled Trade While Helping Customers Recover

We're looking for a dependable Water Mitigation Technician to join our team in the Danville area. This is a hands-on position helping homeowners and businesses recover after water damage while learning valuable skills in restoration and property mitigation.

Previous restoration, construction, or skilled trade experience is preferred, but we're also willing to train the right person. If you're reliable, comfortable working with your hands, and eager to learn, this can be an excellent opportunity to build experience in the restoration industry.

Why Join Our Team?

• $16.00-$18.00 per hour based on experience


• Full-time, year-round employment


• Hands-on training for candidates willing to learn


• Opportunities to develop restoration and mitigation skills


• Career growth and advancement opportunities


• Supportive, team-oriented work environment


• Modern equipment and technology


• Stable opportunity in an essential service industry

Benefits

• Health insurance with company contribution toward employee premiums


• Dental, vision, life, disability, accident, and critical illness insurance options


• Paid holidays and paid time off


• 401(k) with company match


• Ongoing training and professional development

About the Role

As a Water Mitigation Technician, you'll work with an experienced team responding to residential and commercial properties affected by water damage. You'll help remove water, set up drying equipment, clean affected areas, remove damaged materials when necessary, and monitor the drying process.

You'll also learn how to use professional mitigation equipment, take moisture readings, document job progress, and properly protect unaffected areas of customers' properties.

Because you'll often be working with customers during stressful situations, professionalism, communication, and a willingness to help are just as important as technical experience.

What We're Looking For

• Restoration, water mitigation, construction, demolition, plumbing, HVAC, maintenance, or other hands-on experience is preferred


• Previous industry experience is not required for someone who is motivated and willing to learn


• Dependable attendance and strong work ethic


• Comfortable learning to use tools and specialized equipment


• Ability to perform active, hands-on work throughout the day


• Strong attention to detail


• Positive attitude and willingness to take direction


• Good communication and customer service skills


• Ability to work effectively as part of a team


• Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record

IICRC Water Restoration Technician certification is a plus but not required.

Start or Grow Your Restoration Career

Whether you already have experience in restoration or you're looking for an opportunity to learn a new trade, we're interested in people who are dependable, hardworking, and ready to develop their skills.