What are the responsibilities and job description for the Restoration Crew Chief position at OCI Restoration?
Restoration Crew Chief
OCI Restoration – IICRC Certified Firm
Raleigh, NC | Full-Time | On-Call Rotation Required
Raleigh, NC | Full-Time | On-Call Rotation Required
OCI Restoration, an IICRC Certified Firm, is seeking an experienced Restoration Crew Chief to lead water, fire, mold, and specialty mitigation projects in the Raleigh, NC market.
This is an opportunity to work under a Triple Master Educated Restorer in a growing restoration company committed to IICRC standards, proper documentation, and doing mitigation the right way.
We are building a serious restoration operation — not a production-only model.
Position Overview
The Restoration Crew Chief is responsible for:
- Leading field crews on residential and light commercial losses
- Executing mitigation projects in accordance with ANSI/IICRC S500, S520, and S700 standards
- Developing and adjusting drying strategies based on psychrometrics and job conditions
- Maintaining accurate documentation, moisture logs, and photo records
- Serving as the primary on-site contact for property owners and adjusters
- Identifying scope changes and communicating with management
This role requires both technical competence and leadership maturity.
Required Qualifications
- WRT certification (Required)
- 2–3 years hands-on mitigation experience
- Strong understanding of structural drying and moisture mapping
- Ability to interpret and apply IICRC standards in the field
- Valid driver’s license
- Willingness to participate in on-call rotation
Preferred Certifications
- ASD
- FSRT
- AMRT
- OCT or other advanced certifications
Candidates actively pursuing Master-level certifications are strongly encouraged to apply.
Tools & Equipment
- Employees provide their own basic hand tools
- OCI Restoration provides all mitigation equipment, specialty tools, PPE, meters, and consumables
We invest in proper equipment and expect it to be used correctly.
Compensation & Growth
- Highly competitive hourly pay based on experience and certifications
- Overtime pay for hours worked over 40
- On-call and emergency response opportunities
- Commission and performance-based incentives tied to job execution, documentation quality, and leadership
- Paid holidays, Vacation and sick days
- Paid IICRC continuing education and certification advancement
- Company provided shirts and Brunt safety boots every year.
- Advancement path into Lead Crew Chief and Mitigation Management roles
We are building long-term leaders — not just job fillers.
About OCI Restoration
OCI Restoration is a locally, veteran-owned restoration company serving Raleigh and surrounding areas. As an IICRC Certified Firm, we are committed to proper training, adherence to standards, and building a professional restoration culture.
When life is at its worst, we are at our best.
If you are a certified professional who takes pride in proper drying, accurate documentation, and leading crews the right way, we would like to speak with you.
Salary : $28 - $35