What are the responsibilities and job description for the Pressure Washing Technician position at Southern Outdoor Restoration?
Exterior Cleaning Technician (Pressure Washing focus)
Southern Outdoor Restoration – Raleigh, NC
Full-time | Monday–Friday | Weekly Pay
Thank you for considering joining our team at SOR! Learn more at
southernOR.com. We are a local employer of choice and are sought out because we provide:
Employee experience at the forefront: You’ll see this from your 2-minute application and streamlined hiring process to our paid orientation and training.
Training and growth opportunities: People with a good work ethic, soft skills, and a coachable outlook move up quickly.
Weekly pay: Fridays
Great benefits: Blue Cross Blue Shield health insurance, 401(k) with match, paid holidays, and PTO.
A high-functioning team with great attitudes and knowledge.
Frequent opportunities for raises and promotions – no gatekeeping, no unnecessary requirements.
Benefits
- 401(k) with matching
- Health insurance
- Supplemental insurance (dental, life, disability)
- Unlimited referral bonuses
- Paid time off
- Paid holidays
Requirements
- Reliability: you show up and do what you say you will (Mon–Fri, 7:30 AM start).
- Team mindset: we all do our part to make the team successful.
- Safety-ready: must be able to understand and follow written and verbal safety instructions provided in English to perform essential job duties safely.
- Communication: you speak up early when you need clarity or face an issue.
- A passion for working outdoors.
- Pride in workmanship and willingness to learn.
- Physical ability to meet job demands.
- Valid NC Driver’s License and reliable transportation to the North Raleigh warehouse.
- Construction or exterior work experience is a plus.
- Professionalism: you work safely and understand this is a drug-free workplace.
Essential Duties
Team reliability is key. All employees must arrive at the SOR warehouse by 7:30 AM sharp, Monday–Friday. Most finish between 2–4 PM.
This role includes pressure washing and the ability to cross-train for the gutter cleaning service line. Cross-trained technicians are able to service more revenue and therefore, often make more money.
Additional expectations:
- Operate hoses, wands, ladders, and harnesses safely.
- Follow OSHA and company safety requirements.
- Lift/pull up to 75 lbs and hold wands overhead for extended periods.
- Work at heights within fall-protection limits (Must be able to meet size and weight requirements for fall protection, ladders, and harnesses. With some exceptions, individuals between 150–270 lbs. can generally use our equipment safely. Applicants near either limit are encouraged to ask for details—we’ll do our best to work with you.)
- Read and follow safety instructions and job assignments accurately.
Priorities
- Safety and OSHA compliance
- Communication and teamwork
- Quality and efficiency
- Trustworthiness and coachability
Compensation and Growth
- $18/hour without experience – we train you
- Up to $20/hour with experience and strong soft skills
- $18.50–$21/hour for advanced experience and soft skills
- Lead Technicians (salaried) average mid-$50Ks in year one; up to $70,000 with experience and efficiency
- Leads are promoted from existing team members hired through this posting
SOR is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.; we cannot sponsor visas. SOR uses E-Verify. Demographic information may be requested for EEO reporting; providing it is voluntary.
We do not accept unsolicited resumes or recruiter outreach. Apply directly.