Water Technician
Emergency Mitigation Services, LLC · Lenexa, KS · 3 wk ago
On-siteManagementFull-time
About the role
The Water Technician is a full-time, on-site role based in Lenexa, KS, responsible for responding to water-related emergencies in residential and commercial properties.
Responsibilities
- Assessing water damage
- Making and monitoring the setup of drying equipment
- Performing water extraction
- Assisting with cleanup and basic restoration activities
- Documenting conditions
- Communicating with customers and team members
- Following safety and regulatory guidelines
- Sometimes supporting mold, smoke, and fire mitigation projects, including boarding up structures and protecting unaffected areas
Qualifications
- Strong understanding of water damage, water treatment, and wastewater treatment principles and practices
- Hands-on experience or aptitude in equipment maintenance, including setup, operation, and basic troubleshooting of mitigation tools
- Effective communication skills for interacting with customers, team members, and supervisors, including clear documentation of work performed
- Ability to perform physically demanding tasks such as lifting equipment, working in confined spaces, and operating in wet or damaged environments
- Commitment to safety protocols and adherence to company procedures and industry standards
- Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation; willingness to participate in on-call rotations and respond to emergencies outside standard hours
- Previous experience in mitigation, restoration, construction, or a related field is beneficial; industry certifications (e.g., IICRC) are a plus
- A high school diploma or equivalent; ongoing willingness to train and obtain additional certifications relevant to water and mold mitigation