Water/Fire Restoration Technician

Position Summary / Purpose

Assist in retaining customers by fulfilling the company’s obligations through the timely and effective delivery of restoration services.

Principle Duties and Responsibilities* Effectively perform all restoration services the company offers (Note : Compensation levels will reflect the skill level of the Technician.

Hourly rate increases as ability to perform water mitigation, mold, trauma scene, and fire damage certifications are added and evaluated.

Communicate effectively with customers* Perform basic equipment maintenance* Perform basic vehicle maintenance* Inspect completed work* Complete technician’s daily log* Complete Work Orders* Complete appropriate restoration documentationAdditional Duties and Responsibilities* Maintain appearance and stock of appropriate tools, materials and supplies for company vehicles* Maintain inventory of related suppliesDecision Rights and Authority* Determine the sequence of steps to be taken when delivering the company’s services at the customer’s propertyWorking Relationships and Scope* Maintain timely and effective communication and flow of information with Lead Technicians, Supervisors or ManagersPerformance Competencies* Oral Communication Speaks clearly.

Shows respect when addressing customers and superiors. Able to effectively respond to excited customers. Adaptable and able to think on his / her feet.

Written Communication Writes clear and accurate job notes and emails. The individual is able to read and interpret written information.

Uses appropriate vocabulary and grammar.* Planning & Organizing Plans and organizes work activities considering the nature of the job at hand.

Focuses on key priorities. Pays attention to details.* Technical Is appropriately trained and / or certified and effectively performs all production work within the restoration division.

Quality the individual demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness and monitors his / her own work to ensure quality.* Cleanliness Ability to maintain cleanliness and safety standards established by the company for the warehouse and job-site.

Qualifications - Knowledge, Skills and Abilities* Education and Experience* High school (or GED) diploma.* Mathematical skills* Adequate math skills.

Ability to apply learned techniques to determine appropriate equipment type and number of units.* Computer skills* Demonstrates basic proficiency in the use of computers, email and portable devices used to report and record daily activity.

Certificates, Licenses and Registrations* IICRC WTR, ASD, SRT, ARMT DesiredPhysical DemandsThe physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel, reach with hands and arms, and talk or hear.

The employee is frequently required to stand and walk. The employee must regularly lift and / or move up to 40 pounds and occasionally lift and / or move up to 75 pounds.

Working Conditions* The work of this position is predominantly carried out on the customer’s property. Employee will encounter facilities where standing water and sewage are present, heat or air conditioning is unavailable due to lack of utilities, fire damage has occurred and mold or other organic growth exists.

Daily exposure to the shop where vehicles and equipment are housed and maintained is typical.* Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate Compensation : $15 - $20 / hr, based on Experience and IICRC Certification

At Rainbow International® Restoration we’re helping families out when disaster strikes, turning their damaged houses back into homes.

Our franchisees are looking for qualified people seeking to do what it takes to restore the customers property. Does the sound of that excite you?

Then seeking a career with an independently owned and operated Rainbow International® franchise might be the place for you.

Because for our family, this isn’t just a job, it’s a calling.