Water Mitigation Technician

MITIGATION TECHNICIAN

Build a Career. Learn a Trade. Make a Difference.

Emergency Restoration Services (ERS) is looking for a career-minded Water Mitigation Technician who wants more than just another job.

If you are the kind of person who takes pride in their work, shows up when they say they will, works hard when things get tough, and wants to build a career with a company that invests in its people — we want to meet you.

You don't need years of restoration experience to join our team. We WATER are willing to train the right person from the ground up.

Experience in restoration, construction, roofing, HVAC, plumbing, electrical, flooring, remodeling, landscaping, automotive, military, or another hands-on blue-collar industry is a plus — but not required.

What matters most is your attitude, work ethic, reliability, and desire to get better.

THIS IS A CAREER PATH — NOT JUST A JOB

At ERS, we believe good employees shouldn't have to leave the company to grow their income and responsibility.

We have built a proven advancement path designed to reward people who learn, perform, take ownership, and live our values.

Your earning potential grows with you.

Our advancement structure provides for 45%+ growth in base pay over the first three years from your date of hire, in addition to opportunities to earn through our pay-for-performance commission structure.

That means your income isn't dependent on simply waiting for an annual raise.

Learn more. Do more. Take on more responsibility. Earn more.

You'll receive paid training and ongoing professional development designed to help you progress from technician to higher levels of responsibility within the company.

OUR CORE VALUES

Our culture isn't something we put on a wall and forget about. These are the standards we expect from ourselves and each other:

ALWAYS BE OPEN & HONEST

Tell the truth. Communicate clearly. Own mistakes. If something goes wrong, speak up and help fix it.

TEAM BEFORE SELF

We win together. Help your teammates. Don't leave someone hanging. The job gets done when everyone does their part.

CUSTOMER FIRST

Our customers are often dealing with one of the most stressful days they've experienced. Treat their home, business, belongings, and situation with respect.

SHOW UP & GET SHIT DONE

Be where you're supposed to be, when you're supposed to be there, ready to work. Take initiative. Don't wait around to be told every little thing that needs to happen.

TAKE PRIDE IN YOUR WORK

The details matter. Leave the job cleaner than you found it. Do the work correctly, document it properly, and stand behind what you do.

If those values sound like you, you'll fit in here.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

As a Water Mitigation Technician, you'll help homeowners and businesses recover after water damage and other property emergencies.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Responding to water damage emergencies and helping stabilize affected properties
• Performing water extraction and mitigation services
• Removing damaged drywall, flooring, cabinets, insulation, and other building materials when appropriate
• Cleaning and preparing affected structural components
• Setting up and monitoring professional drying equipment
• Learning how to develop and execute effective drying plans
• Taking moisture readings and monitoring drying progress
• Using psychrometric information and job data to make informed drying decisions
• Maintaining accurate job documentation, photos, notes, and equipment records
• Communicating job status and important information with customers and the office
• Protecting customers' homes and belongings during restoration work
• Maintaining a clean, organized, and professional jobsite
• Performing demolition, cleaning, debris removal, and other physical restoration tasks
• Following company safety procedures and industry standards
• Working as part of a team to complete jobs efficiently and correctly
• Providing an exceptional customer experience from the initial response through completion

You will be trained on our systems, equipment, processes, documentation, and restoration practices.

WHO WE'RE LOOKING FOR

We're looking for someone who:

• Wants a career, not just a paycheck
• Is dependable and shows up on time
• Has a strong work ethic
• Takes direction and is willing to learn
• Can work independently once trained
• Takes ownership of their work
• Communicates honestly and professionally
• Is comfortable working with customers in stressful situations
• Doesn't mind getting dirty or working hard
• Can work in attics, crawl spaces, basements, and other challenging environments
• Is physically capable of lifting up to 75 lbs.
• Can work extended hours when emergency situations require it
• Is willing to participate in an on-call rotation
• Takes pride in doing quality work
• Wants to continually improve their skills and income

BLUE-COLLAR EXPERIENCE IS A PLUS

You may be a great fit if you've worked in:

Construction Remodeling Roofing HVAC Plumbing Electrical Flooring Landscaping Automotive Restoration Military Manufacturing Facilities Maintenance Other skilled trades

You don't have to know restoration.

We'll teach you restoration.

We need you to bring the work ethic.

CERTIFICATIONS

IICRC certifications such as WRT, AMRT, FRT, or ODR are a plus.

Not certified? That's okay.

Paid training is provided, and we will help the right person develop the skills and certifications necessary to advance in the industry.

WHAT WE OFFER

COMPENSATION

• Competitive hourly base pay
• 45%+ potential base-pay growth over your first 3 years through our advancement structure
• Pay-for-performance commission opportunities
• Overtime opportunities
• Bonus opportunities
• Sign-on bonus opportunities for qualifying certified technicians

PAID TRAINING & CAREER DEVELOPMENT

• Paid initial training
• Professional industry training
• IICRC certification opportunities
• Ongoing skills development
• Clearly defined advancement opportunities
• A proven career progression path

BENEFITS

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Supplemental insurance options
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Parental leave
• Safety equipment provided
• Uniforms provided

ABOUT EMERGENCY RESTORATION SERVICES

Emergency Restoration Services was founded in 2010 with a goal of changing the way restoration companies serve their customers and develop their employees.

We've built our company around a simple idea:

Take care of the customer. Take care of the team. Do great work.

Our team handles some of the most difficult days our customers experience — water damage, fire damage, mold, and other property emergencies. That responsibility requires people who are dependable, professional, hardworking, and willing to do what it takes to help.

We're continuing to grow, and we're looking for people who want to grow with us.

We believe in developing people from within rather than simply hiring for the next position.

If you demonstrate the right attitude, learn the trade, perform at a high level, and consistently live our core values, there is room for you to advance.

THE BOTTOM LINE

This isn't a job for someone looking to punch a clock and do the bare minimum.

It's a great opportunity for someone who wants to:

Learn a valuable trade.

Build a career.

Increase their income.

Develop leadership skills.

Work with a team that has their back.

Help people when they need it most.

Take pride in what they accomplish every day.

If you're dependable, hungry to learn, willing to work, and ready to build something — apply today.

Emergency Restoration Services

Come ready to learn. Come ready to work. Come ready to grow.

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 – 55.0 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• On-the-job training
• Opportunities for advancement
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Professional development assistance
• Safety equipment provided
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person