RESTORATION TECHNICIAN

RestoPros of Hudson County Full-Time | $19.00 - $26.00 per hour

WHO WE ARE

RestoPros of Hudson County is a locally owned property restoration company serving homeowners, property managers, and businesses throughout Hudson County and the surrounding area. With 90+ five-star reviews and a local reputation for providing professional, dependable restoration service, we've built our business around quality work, clear communication, and taking care of our customers during difficult situations. We're continuing to grow and are looking for a Restoration Technician who wants to become an important part of our field team.

THE ROLE

Our Restoration Technician is a hands-on field position focused primarily on water mitigation and mold remediation, with opportunities to assist with light reconstruction and repair work. You'll work both independently and alongside other technicians depending on the size and scope of the project. We're looking for someone who is dependable, comfortable working with their hands, communicates professionally with customers, and takes pride in completing work correctly and leaving a clean, professional jobsite.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform water mitigation and mold remediation services in residential and commercial properties Complete selective demolition, including removal of drywall, insulation, flooring, trim, cabinetry, and other affected building materials Set up containment, floor protection, dust control, and other jobsite protection Set up, monitor, move, and remove drying and air filtration equipment Take moisture readings and assist with moisture mapping and drying documentation Perform HEPA vacuuming, detailed cleaning, antimicrobial application, and other remediation procedures Safely load, unload, transport, clean, and maintain restoration equipment Maintain clean and organized jobsites, vehicles, equipment, and warehouse areas Communicate professionally with homeowners, property managers, tenants, and other trades Document work performed through photographs, notes, moisture readings, and required job documentation Assist with light reconstruction and repair work when needed Identify unexpected field conditions and communicate them to the Project Manager Follow company procedures for safety, PPE, water mitigation, mold remediation, and containment Participate in the company's rotating after-hours emergency response schedule

QUALIFICATIONS

Dependable and consistently able to arrive on time and ready to work Strong communication and customer service skills Willing and able to work independently or as part of a team Comfortable performing physical, construction-related work Able to safely lift and move restoration equipment, debris, and building materials Comfortable using hand tools and power tools Able to follow written and verbal scopes of work Willing to work occasional overtime when projects require it Willing to participate in a scheduled after-hours/on-call rotation Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

The following are preferred but are not required for the right candidate: Previous water mitigation or property restoration experience Previous mold remediation experience Construction, remodeling, or residential repair experience Drywall/sheetrock installation, finishing, and repair experience Experience with painting, trim, flooring, or other residential repairs Experience operating air movers, dehumidifiers, HEPA air scrubbers, moisture meters, and other restoration equipment IICRC Water Restoration Technician (WRT) certification IICRC Applied Microbial Remediation Technician (AMRT), Applied Structural Drying (ASD), or other relevant IICRC certifications Other relevant restoration, construction, safety, or environmental certifications

SCHEDULE

This is a full-time position. Our normal workday begins at 8:00 AM. Because property restoration is an emergency-service business, there will occasionally be projects that require work outside of normal business hours. Technicians participate in a rotating after-hours/on-call schedule.

COMPENSATION

$19.00 - $26.00 per hour Starting compensation is based on restoration experience, construction ability, certifications, and demonstrated skill level. Overtime and additional compensation for after-hours emergency response are available.

AFTER-HOURS COMPENSATION

Scheduled On-Call:

$50 stipend for participating in the scheduled on-call rotation Additional $100 bonus when the on-call technician responds to an after-hours emergency and successfully signs the project

Voluntary After-Hours Response:

$200 bonus when a technician who is not scheduled on-call voluntarily responds to an available after-hours emergency After-hours bonuses require complete and accurate job documentation.

BENEFITS

Paid time off and vacation 401(k) 401(k) matching Health, dental, and vision insurance Paid training and opportunities to earn additional industry certifications Opportunities for advancement as the company grows

GROWTH OPPORTUNITY

We're looking for someone who wants more than just another labor position. Technicians who demonstrate strong restoration knowledge, construction ability, reliability, documentation, customer service, and leadership can grow into Lead Technician and other field leadership positions within RestoPros of Hudson County.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$19.00 - $26.00 per hour

Pay:

$19.00 - $28.00 per hour Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

401(k) Employee discount Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Opportunities for advancement Paid time off Referral program Retirement plan Safety equipment provided People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply Application Question(s): Do you currently hold any active IICRC certifications, such as WRT, AMRT, or ASD? If yes, please list your certifications. Do you have a valid driver's license and are you able to maintain an acceptable driving record for operating a company vehicle? Briefly describe your hands-on experience with water mitigation, mold remediation, drywall, or residential construction and repair.

Work Location:

In person