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ServiceMaster Restore® – Water, Fire & Smoke Damage Restoration

At ServiceMaster Restore, we restore homes, businesses, and peace of mind after water, fire, and smoke losses. Backed by a nationally recognized brand and industry-leading standards, we deliver compliant, high-quality restoration services when customers need us most. We are seeking an experienced Lead Restoration Technician / Crew Chief with strong IICRC alignment to oversee field mitigation projects and lead restoration teams in accordance with IICRC S500 and S700 standards.

This role is ideal for a technically skilled restoration professional who understands drying science, leads from the front, and holds teams accountable for quality and compliance.

Benefits

  • After hours bonus plan
  • 6 paid holidays per year
  • 401(K) with employer match
  • Flexible scheduling
  • Opportunity for advancement
  • Paid time off
  • Training and Development

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead water damage restoration, fire and smoke mitigation, and related remediation projects
  • Direct daily jobsite operations for technicians and subcontractors
  • Perform and verify moisture inspections, moisture mapping, and psychrometric calculations
  • Determine appropriate drying, cleaning, containment, and deodorization strategies in coordination with Project Management
  • Set up, monitor, and adjust drying, filtration, and air scrubber equipment
  • Oversee controlled demolition and removal per approved scope
  • Enforce PPE usage, containment, and cross-contamination control
  • Conduct quality control inspections to ensure compliance with IICRC standards and company SOPs
  • Document moisture readings, equipment placement, job progress, and photos using restoration software
  • Communicate professionally with customers, adjusters, and internal teams
  • Train, mentor, and evaluate technicians at all skill levels

Why Join ServiceMaster Restore?

  • Locally owned and operated for over 30 years
  • Competitive compensation with overtime potential
  • Company-supported advanced IICRC certification and leadership training
  • Clear advancement path to Project Manager, Estimator, Operations Manager, or Senior Leadership
  • Stable, year-round work in essential disaster recovery services
  • Opportunity to lead meaningful projects that directly help communities recover

ServiceMaster Restore franchise locations are independently owned and operated.

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