Water Mitigation Technician - (Sign on Bonus $1000)

J. Blanton Plumbing; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company vehicle and work phone

Company-sponsored industry certificate

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Clear growth path

Job summary

J. Blanton Plumbing is seeking a Water Mitigation Technician to restore homes affected by water damage. You will work with the restoration team to remediate damage, perform full mitigation, and operate drying equipment on job sites.

This role suits hands-on individuals who value customer experience, with physical endurance for lifting up to 50 lbs and the ability to work after hours as needed. A valid US driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in water damage restoration is required or preferred.
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding work.
• Valid driver’s license and eligibility to work in the United States.
• Willingness to work after-hours as needed.

Responsibilities

• Remediate water damage and mold with the restoration team.
• Conduct full mitigation for homes affected by water, fire, and mold.
• Load, carry, and install drying equipment at job sites.

Skills

Water damage restoration

Physical stamina

Team collaboration

Safety-conscious

Job description

J. Blanton Plumbing is a fast-growing Chicagoland home services company specializing in residential plumbing, sewer, drain, and bathroom solutions. With a strong focus on customer service and growth, the company is committed to delivering dependable service and support to homeowners while building a team that takes pride in quality work.

As a Water Mitigation Technician, you will play an important role in helping restore residential properties affected by water damage. This position is suited to someone who brings hands-on restoration experience and values providing a positive customer experience throughout the mitigation process.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the restoration team and crew chief to remediate water damage and mold in structurally compromised properties
• Conduct the full mitigation process for home restoration involving water, fire, and mold damage
• Load, carry, and install fans and heavy drying equipment to and from job sites

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of water damage restoration experience
• Understanding of water mitigation procedures, structural drying, moisture mapping, and restoration equipment
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and perform physically demanding work
• Valid driver's license
• Eligibility to work in the United States
• Availability for unpredictable after-hours work based on job needs is a plus

Benefits

• Company vehicle and work phone provided
• Company-sponsored industry certification and professional development opportunities
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off
• Clear growth path