Mitigation Technician

Job Title

Mitigation Technician

Full-time

Director of Specialty Services

The Mitigation Technician is responsible for performing water mitigation, content manipulation, fire and smoke cleaning of structure and contents, and remediation of mold and microbial contamination within residential and commercial structures. This position provides initial leadership in emergency situations and support on general restoration and structural cleaning jobs while providing excellent customer service and representation of the company.

• Provides on-site emergency services for water damage to alleviate the problem and minimize further damage to the property.
• Constructs containment systems and critical barriers.
• Operates air scrubbers, dehumidifiers, and other mitigation equipment.
• Executes demolition, often with precision.
• Monitors moisture and humidity and performs dry checks over the appropriate period of time.
• Performs specialized cleaning such as mold remediation.
• Safely and responsibly transports equipment and supplies in company-owned vehicles.
• Cleans and maintains company-owned vehicles on a daily basis.
• Maintains accurate inventory of company and customer property.
• Provides specialized knowledge in the restoration field, including water damage, contents cleaning, mold remediation, etc.
• Has a strong knowledge of the use of chemicals and other work hazards.
• Is on-call on a rotating basis to respond to emergency situations.
• Works occasional overtime when necessary to deliver projects on time and with excellence.
• Communicates clearly and openly with the Director of Specialty Services, Estimators, and Team Leads.
• Shows ability to work independently and with a team.
• Participates in continuing education and training to hone and develop skills and safety practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience in mitigation and construction restoration. Certification with IICRC is a plus.

Possession of, or ability to obtain, an appropriate, valid Wisconsin state driver’s license.

• Ability to stand, squat, climb, bend, kneel, stoop, walk, push, pull, crouch and crawl for long periods.
• Ability to ascend/descend ladders, stairs, scaffoldings, and similar structures using feet and legs and/or hands and arms.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects from 50-100 lbs. as required.
• Ability to work in high and/or tight places.
• Maintain balance in all situations.
• See and hear well with or without correction to avoid safety hazards.
• Coordinate movement with eyes, hands, fingers, and feet.
• Ability to work in various weather conditions, including outdoor exposure to heat and cold.
• Ability to work in varying job conditions from clean to dirty environments and unsanitary conditions, with provision of appropriate protective clothing and equipment.
• Accurate vision to read printed materials and a computer screen.
• Ability to operate a motor vehicle and visit various customers and meeting sites.
• Ability to communicate in person, before groups, and over the telephone.

Veterans’ Preference Policy / Drug-Free Workplace.