Lead Water Restoration Technician

About the role

As a Lead Water Restoration Technician, you will take ownership of mitigation jobs from start to finish. You are the on-site lead, the problem solver, and the professional customers trust during stressful situations. This role is hands-on and requires strong judgment, organization, and communication.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform water mitigation including extraction, controlled demolition, drying, and monitoring.
• Accurately assess water losses and determine proper mitigation scope.
• Set, monitor, and remove drying equipment.
• Take moisture readings and document daily progress.
• Communicate clearly with customers and internal team.
• Maintain clean, safe, and organized job sites.
• Properly document jobs with photos, notes, and readings.
• Load, unload, and care for company equipment and vehicles.
• Follow IICRC standards and company procedures.
• Support and lead junior technicians when needed.

Requirements

• You’ve spent at least two years in the field actively performing water mitigation.
• You understand how and why materials dry, and can explain your decisions with confidence.
• You’re comfortable taking ownership of a job, making smart calls on site, and following proven processes.
• You show up on time, prepared, and ready.
• You communicate clearly and professionally with customers, teammates, and leadership.
• You treat customer properties, company vehicles, and equipment with care and respect.
• You’re physically capable of the work, including lifting equipment and working in demanding environments.
• You hold a valid driver’s license and maintain a clean driving record.
• You take pride in your work even when no one is watching.

Strong Plus (Not Required)

• IICRC WRT certification, with interest in advancing to ASD or additional credentials.
• Experience handling both residential and commercial water losses.
• Comfort using digital tools for job photos, moisture readings, and documentation.

Pay, Schedule & Benefits

Starting pay: $25/hour based on experience.
Overtime opportunities available.
Assigned take-home vehicle.
Company iPhone/iPad.
Paid on-call rotation with clear expectations.
Stable, year-round work.
Growth and advancement opportunities.
Professional work environment with maintained equipment.
Leadership opportunities for high performers.

Why Choose Dry Pros

• Organized operations and clear expectations.
• Respect for your time and experience.
• Clean jobs with proper equipment and timelines.
• Strong leadership and communication.
• Opportunity to grow into senior or supervisory roles.