Water Mitigation Technician

Althouse Restore

Water Mitigation Technician

El Paso, TX
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Benefits:

    401(k) matching

    Bonus based on performance

    Free uniforms

    Paid time off

    Training & development

    Overview

    Monitors and inspects tasks for restoration jobs to ensure completion of drying, demolition and various restoration activities. Prepares and reviews documentation to include notes, photos and documents according to company policies and procedures. Explains processes used to complete active jobs and next steps to resolution in person to customers. Supervises technician(s) assigned to the job ensuring safety and operational standards are being followed and met during active jobs.

    Job Responsibilities

    Knowledge of disaster restoration industry is a plus

    Retrieves work orders, ensures appropriate equipment and supplies are loaded on truck needed for job, arrives to work site

    Completes assigned jobs according to company processes and carrier standards, maintains quality control, manages technician(s) assigned to job

    Performs daily monitoring and required activities on all active jobs to residential and/or commercial customers with a sense of urgency

    Explains processes used to complete active jobs and next steps to resolution in person to customers

    Interfaces with adjusters in person, over the phone, and virtually to resolve issues and answer questions about the loss

    Completes sketch and scope sheet for estimate, complete drying records using mobile software

    Inspects jobs after completion and obtains customer signatures for approval purposes, and requests payments when necessary

    Resolves issues with customers communicates customer issues, daily job activities with key company staff

    Prepares and or reviews documentation to include notes, photos and have documents signed by customer according to company policies using software to ensure reimbursement from insurance companies

    May train new technicians or key operational team members

    Ensure safety standards are being followed during all active jobs

    Valid Drivers’ License and satisfactory driving record

    Strong verbal and written and communication skills

    Strong problem solving and customer service skills

    Must be able to prioritize activities and meet deadlines

    experience with entering data using a tablet or mobile phone

    Report to work on time in a clean, complete uniform

    Read and follow product label usage instructions

    Job Requirements

    High school graduate or equivalent

    Valid driver's license and satisfactory driving record

    Criminal background search with no felonies or assault

    Good verbal and written and communication skills

    Role models customer service expectations with home owners, adjusters, vendors etc.

    Knowledge of disaster restoration or construction industry

    Proficient with using mobile software to enter data

    Experience with using Xactimate is preferred but not required

    Must be able to prioritize activities and meet deadlines

    Experience in training and managing others

    Strong problem-solving skills

    Communicates customer issues, job activities with key company staff

    Certifications are preferred, but not required:

    ASD – Applied Structural Drying Technician

    FSRT – Fire & Smoke Restoration Technician

    OCT – Odor Control Technician

    WRT – Water Damage Restoration Technician

    Physical Demands and Working Conditions

    Incumbent must be prepared to:

    Move up to 70 pounds often, by lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, or otherwise repositioning objects.

    Stand and walk for extended periods of time. Lifting, squatting, crawling and crouching is required.

    Express or exchange ideas with others and receive and act on detailed information given.

    For safety reasons, respirators, which are used in certain situations, must be able to seal to your face.

    Be exposed to various inside and outside working conditions: The change of environment such as with or without air conditioning and heating.

    Position Benefits & Compensation

    Signing Bonus for Top Candidates $40,000-$50,000/year Bonuses for top performance Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off Paid Training & Travel