Title: Restoration Technician / General Laborer / Water Mitigation

FLSA Classification: Full-Time, Non-Exempt

Location: Norwalk, CT

Hourly Range: $15.00 to $18.00, Hourly Rate (Depends on Experience)

DESCRIPTION

Do you love helping people through difficult situations? Then, don’t miss your chance to join our franchise as a Restoration Technician. As a Restoration technician at SERVPRO of Stamford, you will be a part of a team of quality people who focus on excellent service, fairness, and mutual respect.

The Restoration technician performs production processes to fulfill the service needs of individual restoration projects and maintains the professional appearance of SERVPRO equipment, as well as an assigned service vehicle. By providing quality, consistent, efficient work, the Restoration technician represents the best in the cleanup and restoration industry. As a valued SERVPRO® franchise employee, you will receive a competitive pay rate, with the opportunity to learn and grow. Training and development programs are available, which can include industry certifications.

In this position, you will be making a difference each and every day. We have a sincere drive toward the goal of helping make fire and water damage “Like it never even happened®!”

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Primary Responsibility and Support

• Inventory and load the work vehicle with equipment, products, and supplies needed for each project.
• Maintain a clean and organized vehicle and clean equipment appearance.
• Perform production processes, demolition and other labor intensive tasks;

o Perform fire and water damage restoration, extracting standing water,
demolition, etc.

• Prepare rooms/areas for work activities;

o Set up staging area and placing equipment for each project.

• Adhere to safety and risk management guidelines at all times.
• Communicate with restoration supervisor, other technicians, project manager, office and management personnel to maintain efficient production processes.
• Perform end-of-day/end-of-job cleanup and breakdown.

o Leave jobsite with a clean and orderly appearance.

Other

• Other ad-hoc duties assigned and requested by management.

Skills/Physical Demands/Competencies:

• Effective communication with basic math and computer skills; preferred
• Experience in cleaning/restoration; preferred
• IICRC certifications; preferred
• Valid drivers license; required
• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds regularly, occasionally up to 100 pounds with assistance
• Ability to climb ladders, work at ceiling heights, work in tight spaces (e.g., crawl spaces, attics)
• Ability to stand and walk for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to repetitively push/pull/lift/carry objects
• Ability to work with/around cleaning products/chemicals
• Ability to travel locally and out of state when necessary
• Ability to successfully complete a background check subject to applicable law
• Previous experience cleaning, restoration, general labor or construction industry; preferred
• Ability to respond appropriately and interact positively with customers
• Must have a professional appearance and great attitude
• Capable to work in a fast-paced team-oriented environment

EDUCATION

• High school diploma/GED; required

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

We offer competitive pay as well as comprehensive benefits. If you feel that you meet the above criteria and are intrigued by the opportunity to work for a dynamic, fast-paced company, please contact us.

Benefits & Perks:

• Weekly Pay Schedule

• PTO/Sick, Vacation & Holiday Paid Time Off

• Health insurance

• 401(k) with company match

• Professional development, on the job training, paid training/certifications assistance

Schedule:

• 8 Hour Day / 40 Hours Per Week Shift, flexible to work overtime when required

• Monday to Friday (Regular Work Shift)

• Must be willing to be on call occasionally due to our 24-hour emergency services

• Some night and weekend work are required

WORKING CONDITIONS

Environment: This position will be in the field on job sites, commercial, and residential properties;

o Not eligible for office, hybrid or remote.

Ability to commute:

• Norwalk, CT 06851:

Reliably commute to office/warehouse location (Required)

Physical Demands:Work is performed in the field on jobsites; commercial, and residential properties and requires the ability to operate standard equipment. Work that includes moving objects between 50-100 pounds may be required.

ABOUT SERVPRO

History

SERVPRO of Stamford, serving the Fairfield County (Norwalk, CT) area understands the stress and worry that comes with a fire or water damage and the disruption it causes to your life, home, or business. Our goal is to help minimize the interruption to your life and quickly make it "Like it never even happened.” SERVPRO of Stamford, serving the Fairfield County (Norwalk, CT) area specializes in the cleanup and restoration of residential and commercial property after a fire, smoke or water damage. SERVPRO of Stamford, serving the Fairfield County (Norwalk, CT) area can also mitigate mold and mildew from your home or business.

Importance of Community

Many leaders in our business were born, raised, and have raised families of their own in Fairfield County. Our neighbors are very important to us. With over 35 years we have helped thousands of people and businesses to recover from disaster as quickly as possible.

Training

We pride ourselves in being the best in the industry, and the best in the community. That’s why our staff is highly trained in property damage restoration. From initial and ongoing training at SERVPRO’s Franchise Facility for regular IICRC-industry certification, our technicians are equipped with the knowledge and tools to restore your property.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $19.00 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40 per week

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Paid training
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday
• On call
• Overtime
• Weekends as needed

Application Question(s):

• Are you able to come to our office for a Hiring Event on Wednesday, April 17 between 8:30am and 11am?

Experience:

• Restoration: 1 year (Preferred)
• Water damage restoration: 1 year (Preferred)
• Fire restoration: 1 year (Preferred)
• Construction: 1 year (Preferred)
• Commercial cleaning: 2 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• Hazardous Waste Operations & Emergency Response Training (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• Fairfield, CT (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road