Restoration Technician

Restoration Technician Job Summary The Restoration Technician is a first responder for property damage in homes and businesses. You'll help restore buildings and contents affected by water, fire, smoke, mold, storms, and other environmental issues . This role is hands‑on, fast‑paced, and customer‑focused.

Service area:

Northern Suburbs into Southern Wisconsin . If interested, apply and an Aerotek recruiter will contact you within 24-48 hours . Key Responsibilities Water mitigation — extraction, drying, dehumidification Fire and smoke cleanup — cleaning and restoring affected areas Mold remediation — microbial cleanup, demolition, debris removal Content handling — packing, moving, and inventorying items Job site support — setup, breakdown, equipment management Emergency response — participate in on‑call rotation Customer service — remain calm, respectful, and reassuring during stressful events Essential Skills Construction or labor experience (carpentry, restoration, general labor) Hand and power tool proficiency Demolition and cleaning ability Emergency‑response readiness Additional Qualifications IICRC certifications (training available) Ability to follow safety procedures Comfortable in varied conditions: humidity, debris, confined spaces, heights Able to lift 25+ lbs Strong communication and teamwork mindset Why Join the Team You'll be part of a group that makes a real impact for people experiencing property loss.

Expect:

Hands‑on training Career growth and advancement paths Competitive pay and benefits Certification support Diverse project experience Work Environment This is a field‑based role at residential and commercial sites affected by water, fire, storms, or environmental damage. Schedules may include nights, weekends, and emergency call‑outs . The company provides equipment, safety training, and clear protocols to help you succeed. If you want, Job Type & Location This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Vernon Hills, IL. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $18.00 - $25.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following:

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Vernon Hills,IL.

Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on May 28, 2026. About Aerotek We know that finding work is hard, and finding meaningful work is harder. Aerotek connects 180,000+ light industrial and skilled trades workers with 14,000+ employers each year, helping our workers navigate an evolving labor market and find jobs that meets their goals, skills and interests. Since 1983, we have provided a variety of career opportunities across North American industry - from short-term assignments at Fortune 500 companies where you can build your skills, to long-term opportunities where you can play a vital role solving for companies' construction, manufacturing and maintenance challenges. Our 1,500+ experienced recruiters across 250+ offices work relentlessly to put our workforce in a position to thrive. Let us rise to meet your challenges and put our people-are everything spirit to the test as your career continues to grow. Aerotek offers weekly pay, employee benefits including medical, dental & vision, life insurance, health advocacy and employee assistance programs, a 401(k) plan, and employee discounts. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance:

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, for all positions located in the city and county of San Francisco, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Massachusetts Lie Detector:

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI): We may use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to support parts of our hiring process, including sourcing, screening, and evaluating candidates. AI helps assess applications and qualifications, but final decisions are made by our hiring team. By applying, you acknowledge and agree that your application may be reviewed using AI tools.