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Water Mitigation Technician

Rapid Restoration
Birmingham, AL Full Time
POSTED ON 7/17/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/13/2026

Job Overview

Join our dynamic team as a Water Mitigation Technician and become a vital part of restoring properties affected by water, flood, fire, and mold damage. In this energetic role, you will respond swiftly to emergency situations, assess damage, and execute comprehensive mitigation strategies to help clients recover from devastating incidents. Your proactive approach and dedication will ensure safety, efficiency, and exceptional service throughout every project. This position offers on-call coverage, requiring flexibility to respond to emergencies at any time, with opportunities to develop your skills in restoration industry practices.

Duties

  • Respond promptly to emergency calls involving water, flood, fire, mold, and asbestos-related incidents, ensuring rapid mitigation efforts.
  • Conduct thorough assessments of affected areas using hand tools and power tools to determine scope of damage and necessary restoration procedures.
  • Operate company vehicles safely and responsibly while transporting equipment and personnel to job sites.
  • Perform water extraction, drying, cleaning, mold remediation, and asbestos abatement tasks following strict safety protocols and industry standards.
  • Utilize Xactimate software for accurate damage documentation and reporting; prepare detailed estimates for insurance claims.
  • Implement cleaning procedures including carpet cleaning and debris removal to restore properties to pre-loss condition.
  • Adhere rigorously to safety protocols such as PPE use and respiratory protection during all phases of mitigation work.
  • Maintain clear communication with clients, team members, and supervisors to ensure customer satisfaction and project efficiency.

Skills

  • Proven experience in restoration industries such as water damage restoration, flood or fire restoration, or mold remediation.
  • Strong emergency response readiness with the ability to handle on-call situations effectively.
  • Construction experience or familiarity with building materials enhances your ability to assess structural damage accurately.
  • Excellent customer service skills with a professional attitude during stressful situations.
  • Knowledge of safety protocols including PPE use, respiratory protection, asbestos abatement procedures, and general site safety adherence.
  • Skilled in operating hand tools, power tools, carpet cleaning equipment, and other restoration machinery safely and effectively.
  • Familiarity with Xactimate or similar estimating software for damage assessment documentation.
  • Ability to operate company vehicles responsibly while following all traffic laws and safety guidelines.

Join us in making a difference by helping clients recover from unexpected disasters! This role offers a unique opportunity for motivated individuals eager to grow within the restoration industry while providing essential services that restore safety and peace of mind for our communities.

Pay: $20.00 per hour

Work Location: In person

Salary : $20

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