Water Restoration Technician

Restoration Technician

The AdvantaClean Field Technician provides emergency water damage recovery, mold remediation, air duct & dryer vent cleaning, attic and crawlspace cleanouts, and the installation of moisture control solutions in homes and buildings.

Field Technicians work directly under the supervision of a Lead Technician, Crew Supervisor, or Project Manager in a team atmosphere. The Supervisor will assign various tasks to the field technician to complete that as part of the project as a whole.

Typical Duties Include:

· Light demolition / removal of finished building materials

· Project cleanup, bagging, and removing debris to jobsite collection bin or vehicle for haul off

· Operating water collection vacuums or pumps to extract standing water from inside structures

· Detailed, fine cleaning including vacuuming, brushing, and damp wiping surfaces and building contents

· Hanging or laying plastic for barricades or barriers using mechanical fasteners, tape, and adhesives

· Setting or adjusting equipment for drying or filtration

· Cleaning HVAC / air duct & exhaust systems using collection vacuums, rotary and stationary

· Digging, raking, and spreading drainage aggregate

· Squatting, crawling, and ladder work are often required to access all areas of a home or building

· Demonstrate proper, safe operation of battery operated and corded power drills, hammer drills, circular saws, reciprocating saws

· Demonstrate safe lifting, pushing, pulling, and ladder climbing practices

· Demonstrate safe chemical storage, labeling, and use practices

· Project documentation

Safety Gear Provided:

· Gloves (nitrile)

· Safety Glasses or Goggles

· Respirators

· Poly Spun “Tyvek” style suits with hood and foot protection

· Shoe covers

· Knee Pads

· Hard Hats, and Ear Protection

· Fall protection for aerial work

· Other safety gear as needed, when required by the site or specific situation

Additional Responsibilities of an AdvantaClean Field Technician Include:

• Report to work at scheduled times.

• Be available for non-scheduled work requirements as needed.

• Maintain appearance and demeanor representative of the AdvantaClean image.

• Cooperate with direct supervision and perform duties assigned by supervisors.

• Cooperate with other service technicians and perform duties assigned.

• Inspect own work and ensure that it is complete, thorough, and meets AdvantaClean quality standards and meets or exceeds customer expectations.

• Report all injuries immediately.

• Attend and participate in all staff meetings as requested.

• Abide by all rules, regulations, and policies contained in the Employee Handbook, Safety Manual and Employment Agreement including active participation in identifying, reporting, and correcting situations affecting safety, quality, and customer satisfaction.

• Properly use and maintain company vehicles in accordance with AdvantaClean procedures.

• Use and maintain all provided materials, supplies and equipment in accordance with manufacturer’s recommended procedures.

• Report all deficiencies or unusual characteristics of company vehicle or equipment.

• Document all job activity using the proper forms and by filling them out completely and legibly.

• Keep job or customer files neat, organized, and secure and keep its contents confidential.

• Participate in ongoing training programs sponsored by the company and/or affiliated organizations.

• Demonstrate competency in knowledge and skills required for position by successfully passing exams needed to obtain trade-specific certifications.

• Fulfill all Field Technician essential functions.

• Fulfill all other duties and responsibilities assigned by the company.