What are the responsibilities and job description for the Water Damage Lead Technician position at ServiceMaster Restore 7383 - Salem?
Benefits:
Who we are - ServiceMaster Restore
ServiceMaster Restore is a top-performing franchise serving five counties. We help neighborhoods recover and rebuild after disasters, uniting to RESTORE PEACE OF MIND® to our customers.
Why You’ll Love This Role:
As a Water Technician, you’ll be on the front lines of disaster recovery, helping homeowners and businesses restore their properties after water damage. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where your skills make a real difference.
We’re excited to train the right candidate and set you on a rewarding career path with hands-on training and growth opportunities.
Shift: Full time. 8AM - 4:30 PM.
What the Job Looks Like - Key Responsibilities:
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. The Company reserves the right to modify this description in the future, with or without notice to the employee. This Job Description does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, and employment with the Company remains at will. These responsibilities are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
Who we are - ServiceMaster Restore
ServiceMaster Restore is a top-performing franchise serving five counties. We help neighborhoods recover and rebuild after disasters, uniting to RESTORE PEACE OF MIND® to our customers.
Why You’ll Love This Role:
As a Water Technician, you’ll be on the front lines of disaster recovery, helping homeowners and businesses restore their properties after water damage. This is a hands-on, fast-paced role where your skills make a real difference.
We’re excited to train the right candidate and set you on a rewarding career path with hands-on training and growth opportunities.
Shift: Full time. 8AM - 4:30 PM.
What the Job Looks Like - Key Responsibilities:
- Perform hands-on mitigation work: extraction, demolition, cleanup, and packing damaged content.
- Lead and assist crews on water mitigation projects in homes and businesses.
- Respond to water damage emergencies in homes and businesses.
- Set up, monitor, and document drying equipment.
- Remove and dispose of destroyed materials safely.
- Update job documentation using our app (taking and uploading photos, writing notes, submitting forms).
- Ensure all work meets company quality, safety, and documentation standards.
- Provide on-site coaching and direction to technicians to support their development.
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, teammates, and clients.
- Participate in rotating on-call schedule once fully trained, typically one day per week.
- Natural leader who sets the example for quality, teamwork, and professionalism.
- Reliable, punctual, and accountable under pressure.
- Strong communicator who can direct teammates and reassure customers.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a focus on safety and efficiency.
- Team player who motivates others and resolves issues calmly.
- Physically capable of hands-on field work while maintaining safe work practices.
- Must be able to pass a background check going back to age 18 and a pre-employment drug screening.
- Must have an active Oregon Driver's License with a clean driving record for the past 5 years.
- Frequently lift, carry, push, or pull objects up to 70 lbs.
- Must be able to wear respirators and other required safety gear when job conditions warrant.
- Must be able to access crawlspaces, attics, and other confined spaces.
- May need to climb ladders and work at heights depending on the job site.
- Work is physically active and may involve standing, bending, kneeling, and walking for extended periods.
- Competitive starting wage (based on experience & certifications) $21 /hr.
- Medical and Dental Insurance.
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with 3% employer contribution.
- 9.5 paid holidays PTO.
- Work cell phone and company-provided uniforms.
- Professional development & training provided.
- Opportunity for travel and career growth.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. The Company reserves the right to modify this description in the future, with or without notice to the employee. This Job Description does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, and employment with the Company remains at will. These responsibilities are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The ServiceMaster Company, LLC.
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