Water Restoration Technician Helper

Gallaherco; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Paid holidays

Financial Wellness Program

Internal promotions and skill-building

Job summary

Gallaher Co. is seeking a Water Technician Helper to assist with water extraction, cleanup, and restoration tasks in a fast-paced environment. The role requires 40+ hours per week, including weekends, with on-call rotations, and a valid California driver’s license.

English is required, with Spanish considered a plus. We offer a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid holidays, and a Financial Wellness Program.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of experience in mitigation.
• Must be a hard worker, punctual, and reliable.
• Ability to work 40+ hours per week, including weekends and on-call rotations.
• Valid California driver's license with clean DMV record.
• Must be available for emergency response work after-hours and on weekends.
• Ability to read, understand, and follow written instructions and procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Spanish is a plus (English Required).
• Work safely at heights, following all safety protocols and using proper PPE.
• Follow all applicable EPA, OSHA, and local safety regulations for hazardous materials handling.
• Experience with IICRC certifications is a plus, but not required.
• Must be neat and tidy in appearance for client interaction.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Provide exceptional customer service with empathy and understanding during a stressful time.
• Proficiency with basic technology, including smartphones, tablets, and computers, is essential. Candidates must be comfortable using softwares for timekeeping, job management, and email communication

Responsibilities

• Assist the Lead Water Technician with water extraction, cleanup, and restoration tasks.
• Help set up, operate, monitor, and remove air movers, dehumidifiers, and other drying equipment under supervision.
• Assist with moisture inspections and take moisture readings as directed.
• Help remove damaged drywall, flooring, baseboards, insulation, and other materials when necessary.
• Assist with moving furniture, protecting belongings, and preparing work areas.
• Perform demolition, debris removal, cleaning, and site preparation.
• Load, unload, clean, and maintain tools and equipment.
• Follow safety procedures and instructions from the Lead Water Technician.
• Keep job sites clean, organized, and free of unnecessary hazards.
• Report job-site concerns, equipment issues, or additional damage to the Lead Water Technician.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Punctuality

Comfort with technology

Tools

Timekeeping software

Job management software

Job description

Gallaher Co. is seeking a Water Technician Helper to assist with water extraction, cleanup, and restoration tasks in a fast-paced environment. The role requires 40+ hours per week, including weekends, with on-call rotations, and a valid California driver’s license.

English is required, with Spanish considered a plus. We offer a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, paid holidays, and a Financial Wellness Program.