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Senior Water Damage Restoration Specialist
Job in
Carol Stream, DuPage County, Illinois, 60158, USA
Listed on 2026-06-05
Listing for:
ServiceMaster of South Shore Inc
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-05
Job specializations:
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Trades / Skilled Labor
Building Maintenance, General Labor
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position Overview
Senior Water Damage Restoration Specialist
Responsibilities- Working supervisory position responsible for full charge execution of drying strategies for buildings damaged by water from various sources.
- Lead a team to carefully remove damaged building materials and install advanced drying equipment.
- Follow IICRC guidelines in addition to company processes to help homes and businesses recover from water damage events.
- Use advanced technology to document conditions on job sites to verify the completeness of the project.
- Make independent decisions regarding adjustments to drying plans, selective demolition activities, and team member assignments.
- Communicate and coordinate with all stakeholders on the project including property owners, insurance representatives, and company file managers.
- Manage the customer experience throughout the duration of the project with the goal of generating positive reviews.
- Be capable of working on residential and commercial water projects as leader or part of a team or independently as needed.
- Participate in a 24‑hour on‑call program for one week out of four along with other team members.
- Be available to mobilize and travel out of state to service properties damaged by storms and fire.
- Continuously learn using company learning and career development programs to enhance performance and skill set.
- 3 or more years of experience in property damage restoration services.
- Complete understanding of advanced structure drying and restoration processes.
- Possesses two or more industry certifications such as WRT, ASD, AMRT.
- Ability and willingness to take full charge for the success of restoration projects.
- Experience leading a team to deliver outstanding service.
- Desire to learn new processes and lead a high‑performing team.
- Career growth ambition.
- Current IICRC WRT and ASD certifications.
- Insurable Pennsylvania driver’s license.
- Pre‑employment criminal background and drug screening required.
- 3–5 years of related work experience.
- Understanding of building and construction assemblies.
- Willingness to lead and be accountable for project results.
- Proficiency with smartphones, digital cameras, email, text messaging, and industry job‑management software.
- Experience with Mitigate software.
- Residential and commercial restoration experience.
- Demonstrated supervisory and leadership skills.
- Experience with Mitigate and Dash.
- AMRT and Mold Remediation certifications.
- Customer service and communication skills.
- Experience leading teams on large projects.
- Willingness to travel for regional and national work.
- Competitive compensation based on experience.
- Very steady work with regular overtime.
- Healthcare benefits.
- 401(k) with company matching contribution.
- Paid time off program.
- Paid holidays.
- Monthly performance‑based incentives.
- Industry and professional training opportunities.
- Company‑paid life insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability coverage.
- Family‑caring atmosphere.
- Ability to lift and carry up to 75–100 lbs.
- Ability to stoop, crawl, and stand for extended periods.
- Ability to work in a variety of climate and environmental conditions.
- Willingness and ability to wear and use required PPE.
- Willingness to work extended shifts and on‑call after‑hours as part of the 24‑hour program.
- Ability to climb a step ladder to 10 ft or an extension ladder to 24 ft.
- Ability to work with power tools and other specialty equipment of the industry.
Position Requirements
10+ Years
work experience
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