What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Mitigation Technician position at Roto-Rooter Plumbing & Water Cleanup?
Water Mitigation Technician
Location: Springfield / Ozark, MO
Full-Time | Emergency Response | Year-Round Work
Ready to build a stable career in restoration with strong earning potential, excellent benefits, and real growth opportunities?
We are a growing company hiring motivated Water Mitigation Technicians to support water damage cleanup, mitigation, and restoration services for residential and commercial properties throughout the Springfield and Ozark markets. This role is ideal for individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments, enjoy hands-on work, and want to make a real difference by helping customers recover from water, floods, and moisture damage.
This is more than basic cleanup. You will assist with water extraction, moisture mitigation, property stabilization, equipment setup, documentation, customer communication, and restoration support while learning the full water mitigation process. This role offers strong advancement opportunities into higher-level restoration, estimating, and project management positions.
Why Work With Us
- Competitive hourly pay of $35,000-$50,000 based on experience, plus commission available
- 50% of employee health premiums are paid by the company
- Dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life, accident, and critical illness options are available
- Up to 20 days paid time off, based on tenure
- 401(k) with up to 3.5% company match
- Steady year-round work with growth opportunities
- Overtime and emergency response earning potential
- Hands-on restoration industry training
- Career advancement into specialized mitigation, estimating, or leadership roles
- Team-focused environment with strong operational support
- Opportunity to build valuable restoration industry certifications
What You'll Do
Respond to residential and commercial water damage events by assisting with water extraction, structural drying, moisture monitoring, equipment transport, demolition, sanitation, and property cleanup. Operate drying equipment, dehumidifiers, air movers, and restoration tools while maintaining accurate job documentation and ensuring customer properties are restored safely and professionally. Drive company vehicles, including box trucks, transport equipment, and support emergency response efforts as needed.
Qualifications
- Valid driver's license with an insurable driving history
- Ability to drive box trucks and transport equipment
- Ability to lift up to 100 pounds • Comfortable working in physically demanding environments
- Strong work ethic and professional customer service skills
- Ability to work with cleaning chemicals, restoration products, and safety equipment
- Restoration or mitigation experience preferred but not required
- HAZWOPER or industry certifications preferred but not required
- Willingness to travel locally when needed
If you are looking for stable work, hands-on experience, career growth, and the opportunity to help customers during critical situations, we want to hear from you.
Apply today to start building your future in the growing restoration and water mitigation industry.
Salary : $35,000 - $50,000