Cleaning and Restoration Technician

We are a new restoration company in Rochester backed by the national brand of Voda Cleaning & Restoration, looking for motivated, hardworking technicians. This is an opportunity to join at the ground level and grow with the company as we scale. You’ll work directly with ownership, gain hands-on experience across multiple areas of the restoration and cleaning industry, and have the opportunity to advance quickly into specialized restoration roles.

About the role

This is a hands-on field position where you’ll be actively working on job sites daily, helping customers through water, mold, fire/smoke, and specialty cleaning situations.

Responsibilities

• Assist with water, mold, fire/smoke, and specialty cleaning jobs
• Perform carpet, floor, upholstery, and tile cleaning services
• Set up and monitor drying equipment
• Handle demolition and cleanup tasks as needed
• Take job site photos and complete documentation
• Maintain vehicles, tools, and equipment
• Communicate professionally with customers
• Help maintain warehouse organization and inventory
• Follow company safety and operational standards
• Assist with carpet cleaning, tile & grout cleaning, contents work, warehouse organization, equipment setup, vehicle organization, and other operational needs as the company grows

Requirements

• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Reliable, accountable, and team-oriented
• Comfortable with physical labor and active workdays
• Willingness to learn and grow in the restoration industry
• Comfortable working in customer-facing environments
• Basic comfort with technology, mobile apps, and documentation
• Ability to lift equipment and work in varying job site conditions
• Valid NYS driver’s license required
• Background check

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ year of cleaning, restoration, construction, flooring, demolition, moving, maintenance, or other hands-on labor experience
• IICRC Certifications (CCT, WRT, etc.)
• Experience with carpet cleaning, floor cleaning, tile & grout cleaning, upholstery cleaning, air duct cleaning, or restoration work

Schedule

This is a full-time, guaranteed 40-hour-per-week position. As a startup operation, flexibility and a team-first mentality are extremely important during the early growth phase.

Opportunities to Advance

• Water Damage Restoration Technician (WRT)
• Applied Microbial Remediation Technician (AMRT)
• Applied Structural Drying Technician (ASD)
• Fire & Smoke Restoration Technician (FSRT)
• Mold Remediation Specialist (MRS)
• Trauma clean up (TCST)

Paid training and certifications provided for the right candidate.

Benefits

• Competitive Hourly Pay + Overtime
• Paid IICRC Certifications & Training
• Health Benefit Options
• 401(k) Matching
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• After-hours call-out opportunities
• Company-provided equipment and uniforms

Work Environment

• Work directly with ownership
• Small team, high standards, growth-focused culture
• Startup environment with a focus on excellence, integrity, teamwork, accountability, community, and people