Job Title: Water / Fire / Mold Technician
Department: Operations
Reports to: Operations Manager
Position Overview
Reporting to the Operations Manager, the Water / Mold Technician supports emergency response and restoration projects to ensure the goals and needs of the insurance companies and our customers are being met. The Water / Mold Technician can implement water remediation procedures consistent with the IICRCS-500 Standard.
Job Duties
● Work on job sites providing the following services
- Water pumping and extraction
- Mold remediation
- Moving & re-setting contents
- Selective demolition as required to accommodate the drying process
- Debris disposal
- Setting drying equipment
- Carpet cleaning
- Capable of moisture mapping the affected area, inclusive of temperature, relative humidity, and MC moisture content readings
● Participate as directed in the following activities:
- Vehicle safety and maintenance inspections
- Ensure vehicle is cleaned and restocked at end of shift
- Constructing polyethylene enclosures
- Maintaining equipment
● Will practice good housekeeping at all times to ensure a safe and non-cluttered worksite
● Provide excellent customer service
● Work under time constraints to meet specific timelines
● Ensure attention to detail and keen sense of safeguarding other people’s property and information
● Participates in and demonstrates an understanding of safety principles and practices; follows all safety policies and procedures to support a safe working environment, including safe operation of machines and equipment
● Comply with all Restoration 1 policies and procedures, as well as legislative requirements
● Proactively communicate job site conditions and concerns that may or are affecting completion of the job to the appropriate person
● This role could be required to act as a “lead” periodically as designated by their manager
● Attend all Restoration 1 sponsored training courses
Qualifications
● IICRC certification for Water Restoration Technician (WRT) required
● IICRC certification for Applied Microbial Remediation Technician (AMRT) an asset
● 2+ years industry related experience, Construction / Restoration / Insurance preferred
● Familiarity with chemical products including use, disposal, and Safety Data Sheets
● Comprehensive understanding of customer service, principles, and practices
● Eligible to operate a motor vehicle per Restoration 1’s vehicle policy
● Ability to work within a team or independently as needed
● Strong written and verbal communication skills
● Proven ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
● Basic computer and/or Tablet / iPad experience
● Willing to work evenings, on call and weekends when requested
● Periodic travel may be required ● Criminal Record Check Physical Demands
● Frequent lifting from 5-40 lbs, unassisted (from 35-65% of the time)
● Occasional lifting from 41 lbs +, assisted (up to 50% of the time)
● Access and mobility in tight spaces
● Fit Testing – half and full-face mask as needed; annual certification required
● Working at Heights - over 5 feet, periodically
● Sustained periods of standing, sitting, walking, bending, and kneeling
Disclaimer The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $24.50 per hour
Expected hours: 40 – 50 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Safety equipment provided
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- On call
- Overtime
Supplemental Pay:
- Bonus opportunities
- Overtime pay
Work Location: In person
