Water Damage Restoration Technician

ServiceMaster by Monroe Restoration is expanding its Emergency Response Team and is seeking Water Damage Restoration Technicians. This hands-on role responds to water, fire, and storm damage, helping customers through difficult situations and restoring their properties. The work is varied and may include responding to a flooded basement or helping with recovery after a fire or major storm.

Responsibilities

• Respond to water, fire, and storm damage emergencies.
• Remove water and damaged building materials.
• Set up and monitor drying equipment.
• Operate professional restoration equipment.
• Work with or lead a restoration crew.
• Support customers during difficult situations.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized job sites.

Qualifications

• Strong work ethic and reliability.
• Ability to perform physical labor, including lifting up to 50 pounds.
• Willingness to work overtime and participate in an on-call rotation, including evenings and weekends.
• Valid driver's license.
• Experience in restoration, construction, remodeling, demolition, roofing, or another skilled trade is preferred.

Pay and Benefits

• $22–$25 per hour, plus overtime opportunities and profit sharing.
• Year-round work.
• Paid training and certifications, including professional development assistance.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance; health savings account; and life insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Career advancement opportunities.
• Employee assistance and referral programs.
• Safety equipment provided.

Schedule and Work Location

This is an in-person role. Emergency restoration work requires flexibility and may involve late hours, nighttime emergency responses, weekends, or extended shifts. If you are looking for a predictable, standard schedule, this role may not be the right fit.

Application Questions

• Do you have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record?
• Are you willing to participate in an on-call rotation, which may include evenings and weekends?
• How many years of experience do you have in water mitigation, restoration, or construction?
• Have you led a restoration or construction crew? If so, how many people did you supervise?
• Which IICRC certifications do you currently hold (for example, WRT, ASD, AMRT, or FSRT)?
• Describe the most challenging water damage project you have worked on and your role in resolving it.
• Can you lift 50 pounds and perform physically demanding tasks regularly?
• Are you willing and able to complete a background check?