Lead Restoration Tech - Crew Chief
$23.00 - $28.00 per hour
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SENIORITY
Senior
SALARY
$23.00 - $28.00 per hour
About the role
- Project Leadership
- Lead restoration projects from start to finish including water mitigation, mold remediation, and fire/smoke cleanup
- Manage other technicians on job sites
- Ensure jobs are completed efficiently, safely, and according to industry standardsMaintain organized, professional job sites
- Job Assessment & Drying Strategy
- Perform job assessments and moisture mapping
- Develop drying strategies and determine proper equipment selection and placement
- Set up and monitor drying equipment including air movers, dehumidifiers, and specialty systems
- Documentation & Job Management
- Maintain accurate job documentation required for insurance claims
- Capture before, during, and after photos
- Record moisture readings, drying logs, and equipment logs
- Write clear job notes explaining work performed and drying progress
- Restoration Work
- Perform and oversee restoration tasks including:
- Water extraction
- Structural drying
- Demolition of affected materials
- Mold remediation
- Containment and negative air setupsHEPA filtration and air scrubbing
- Fire and smoke cleanup
- Client Communication
- Communicate professionally with homeowners, property managers, and insurance adjusters
- Explain the drying process and next steps to clients
- Represent the company with professionalism and integrity
- Standards & SafetyEnsure work complies with IICRC S500 and S520 standardsMaintain jobsite safety and proper PPE use
- Protect customer property and maintain cleanliness
- Emergency Response
- Participate in on-call rotation for emergency water damage response
- This Role Is Ideal For Someone WhoHas run restoration jobs independently
- Understands proper documentation for insurance claims
- Can confidently lead 1–3 technicians
- Takes ownership of projects and solves problems in the field
- Is comfortable communicating with customers and adjusters
- This Role Is NOT For Someone WhoHas only performed basic demolition or labor tasks
- Needs daily supervision to complete work
- Is uncomfortable interacting with clients
- Lacks experience with restoration equipment or documentation
- Qualifications2–5+ years restoration experience (water, mold, or fire)
- Ability to run mitigation or remediation jobs independently
- Strong understanding of drying principles and moisture monitoring
- Experience leading small crews preferred
- Valid driver's license with clean driving record
- Ability to lift 50–75 lbs
- Comfortable working in attics, crawlspaces, and various environments
- Strong communication, time management, and problem-solving skills
- Competitive hourly wage based on experience
- Commission on restoration jobs
- Overtime opportunities
- On-call pay for emergency response
- Paid training and IICRC certifications
- Performance bonuses
- Advancement opportunities within a growing company
- Growth Opportunities
- This role can grow into leadership positions such as:
- Restoration Supervisor
- Project Manager
Before you apply
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Not a portfolio — just two pieces of work where you can explain the decisions and what you'd change.
A number in mind
What you're on now and what would make you move. We negotiate better when we know both.
Your notice period
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Once you apply, someone reads it and calls you before anything reaches the employer — usually within two working days.
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