Water Damage Technician

Position Summary

When water strikes, we fight back!
At On Side, our Water Damage Technicians are the calm in the storm- literally. From burst pipes to sewer surprises, you'll be the first responder who turns chaos into clean, dry order.

You’ll work hands-on to remove water, set up drying equipment, and help restore homes and businesses to their pre-disaster state. Empathy and urgency are key, you're not just fixing spaces, you're helping people through one of their most stressful moments.

• Salary Range: $22-$26/hour
• Overtime opportunities (where applicable)
• On-call premium and overtime paid for rotating coverage
• Extended health coverage (medical, dental, vision, etc.)
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• Group RRSP, with company matching DPSP
• Life and disability insurance
• Opportunities for advancement and internal mobility

• Perform demolition of affected structures and materials
• Set up and monitor drying equipment
• Clean and restore areas impacted by water-related disasters
• Complete restoration tasks
• Support emergency mitigation efforts as needed

• 2+ years in restoration, demolition, construction, interior finishing, or related trades
• Previous industry experience as a Water Damage Technician is a strong asset
• IICRC certification (valid or expired) is a strong asset
• Mechanical aptitude- you can look at something and just know how it works
• Demolition experience- careful, mindful, good housekeeping
• Detail oriented and curious
• Organized with a good sense of time- you're rarely late and know where all your tools are
• Physically fit- water damage can, at times, include heavy lifting and getting into (and out of) tight places
• Tech savviness (capability to learn applications and computer programs as required)
• Willing to wear the PPE that is provided for the job, including being clean shaven (if applicable) for half and full-face masks
• Friendly and enjoys working in a team!
• Flexible and available for emergency response work, including evenings, weekends, and extended shifts when required.
• Comfortable working extended hours during peak periods or emergency situations.
• Valid driver's licence & clean drivers abstract
• Able to successfully satisfy On Side’s criminal record check requirements
• Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal

• A workplace that values respect, integrity, generosity, excellence and being customer driven
• Opportunities to grow your career and learn from the best in the industry
• A culture that celebrates teamwork, inclusion, and customer-driven service

Disasters can strike at any time so a rotating schedule of 24/7 after hours on-call work is a requirement. Meaning you’ll work regular weekday hours and participate in a rotating after-hours on-call schedule.

At OnSide, everything starts with people. We live our values — respect, integrity, generosity, excellence, and customer focus — in everything we do.
Join a team that helps families, businesses, and communities rebuild when it matters most. You’ll contribute to a workplace where people come together to bring order to chaos.
Make a real impact, do work that matters, and grow your career with us.

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