What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water/Fire Restoration Technician position at RestoreCore Inc.?
RestoreCore is hiring a Water and Fire Restoration Technician with hands-on experience in the property restoration or remediation industry.
We are specifically seeking candidates who have worked in water mitigation, structural drying, fire and smoke restoration, mold remediation, disaster cleanup, or emergency property restoration. Applicants with direct restoration-industry experience will receive priority consideration.
What You’ll Do
As a Restoration Technician, you will respond to residential and commercial properties affected by water, fire, mold, storms, and other emergencies.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Perform water extraction, structural drying, demolition, cleaning, and sanitizing
- Set up, monitor, reposition, and remove air movers, dehumidifiers, air scrubbers, and extraction equipment
- Take moisture readings and document the drying process
- Remove damaged drywall, flooring, insulation, cabinetry, and other building materials
- Assist with fire and smoke restoration, soot removal, odor control, and contents cleaning
- Perform mold-remediation and containment-related work
- Photograph and document damage, equipment placement, moisture readings, and completed work
- Follow established restoration procedures, job scopes, safety requirements, and IICRC standards
- Communicate professionally with customers, Project Managers, adjusters, and other restoration team members
- Keep company vehicles, tools, equipment, and job sites clean and organized
Restoration Experience We’re Seeking
The strongest candidates will have previous hands-on experience with a disaster restoration, remediation, or property-damage company.
Relevant experience includes:
- Water-damage restoration and mitigation
- Structural drying and moisture monitoring
- Fire and smoke damage restoration
- Mold remediation and containment
- Storm-damage cleanup
- Biohazard or environmental remediation
- Contents cleaning and pack-outs
- Demolition associated with property-damage claims
- Emergency residential or commercial restoration services
Experience with air movers, dehumidifiers, air scrubbers, moisture meters, extraction equipment, containment systems, and demolition tools is strongly preferred.
IICRC certifications such as WRT, ASD, AMRT, or FSRT are highly valued. Candidates with relevant restoration experience may also qualify for paid certification training.
Requirements
- Previous experience in property restoration, water mitigation, fire restoration, mold remediation, structural drying, or a closely related remediation field is strongly preferred
- Valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record
- Ability to perform physical, hands-on work in active restoration environments
- Ability to lift and move restoration equipment and building materials
- Comfortable working in damaged residential and commercial properties
- Ability to respond professionally and compassionately during property emergencies
- Strong attention to safety, documentation, and customer service
- Must successfully complete a pre-employment background check and drug screening
Why Join RestoreCore?
- $21–$25 per hour, based on restoration experience and certifications
- Paid IICRC certification training
- Quarterly profit-sharing bonuses
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) benefits
- Paid time off and paid holidays
- Opportunities for advancement in the restoration industry
- Company vehicle with gas, maintenance, and tolls covered
About RestoreCore
RestoreCore is a family-owned disaster restoration company serving commercial and residential customers affected by water, fire, mold, storms, and other property damage. Our restoration professionals help customers recover from unexpected emergencies while delivering dependable service, quality workmanship, and compassionate support.
If you have experience as a Restoration Technician, Water Mitigation Technician, Fire Restoration Technician, Mold Remediation Technician, Disaster Restoration Technician, or Structural Drying Technician, we encourage you to apply.
RestoreCore is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse and inclusive workplace and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
Recruiters and staffing agencies: Please do not contact us regarding this position. We are managing hiring directly.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 4% Match
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Health savings account
- Life insurance
- On-the-job training
- Opportunities for advancement
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Parental leave
- Professional development assistance
- Retirement plan
- Safety equipment provided
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Washington, DC 20024 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $21 - $25