Lead Mitigation Technician

Mitigation Lead Technician Rainbow Restoration of Chesapeake is looking for an experienced Mitigation Lead Technician who knows how to get the work done right while helping lead the technicians working alongside them.

This is a hands-on field leadership position. You will work directly on water damage, mold remediation, and other emergency restoration projects while helping make sure jobs are completed safely, efficiently, and according to company standards.

If you take pride in your work, know how to lead by example, and understand that great documentation is just as important as great field work, we want to talk with you.

What You'll DoAs a Mitigation Lead Technician, you will:

Lead technicians on water mitigation, mold, and other emergency remediation projects

Perform water extraction, demolition, cleaning, drying, and equipment setup

Take and document moisture readings, atmospheric readings, and drying progress

Set up containment and follow appropriate safety protocols

Perform moisture mapping and help determine affected areas

Take clear jobsite photos and videos

Complete required field documentation and job notes

Ensure equipment is properly placed, monitored, cleaned, and accounted for Communicate job progress and concerns to the Project Manager/Division Manager Help technicians understand what needs to be done and why Maintain clean, organized, and professional jobsites

Provide respectful and professional service to customers during stressful situations

Participate in the division's emergency/on-call rotation

What We're Looking For We are looking for someone who:

Has restoration, water mitigation, mold remediation, construction, or related field experience

Is comfortable taking responsibility for a jobsite and directing other technicians

Understands the importance of accurate documentation

Can follow established procedures and safety requirements

Communicates well with customers, coworkers, and management

Is dependable and shows up ready to work

Can work independently without needing constant supervision

Is willing to teach and develop less-experienced technicians

Can remain calm and make good decisions when jobs become challenging

Is comfortable using mobile apps and technology for job documentation

Has a valid driver's license and acceptable driving recordIICRC certifications are preferred, but restoration experience, leadership ability, and willingness to learn are equally important.

This Job May Be a Great Fit If...You're the person others naturally look to when something needs to get done.

You don't walk past problems—you address them.

You understand that being a Lead isn't just about knowing more than everyone else. It's about setting the standard, helping your team succeed, communicating problems early, and taking ownership of the work.

What You Can Expect From UsRainbow Restoration of Chesapeake is a locally owned restoration company serving residential and commercial customers throughout our service area.

Our work includes water mitigation, mold remediation, fire and contents restoration, specialty cleaning, trauma cleanup, hoarding cleanup, and other property restoration services.

We are building a team where accountability, humility, teamwork, professionalism, and taking care of people matter.

We provide opportunities to learn, develop additional restoration skills, earn industry certifications, and grow into greater leadership responsibility as the company grows.

Schedule This is a full-time field position.

Restoration is an emergency-service industry, so candidates must understand that some projects require after-hours, weekend, and emergency response work. Lead Technicians participate in the company's on-call rotation.

Physical Requirements This position requires the ability to perform restoration field work, including lifting and moving equipment and materials, working in residential and commercial environments, climbing stairs and ladders, and working for extended periods while standing, walking, bending, and performing physical tasks.

Ready to Join Us?

If you're an experienced restoration technician who is ready to take greater ownership of projects and help lead a team, we'd like to hear from you.

Apply today and tell us about your restoration experience and the types of projects you've led.