About the Role
A well-established property restoration company in Eugene, Oregon is hiring a Restoration / Water Mitigation Technician to respond to water, fire, smoke, and mold losses and get homes and businesses dry and safe. If you know your way around extraction, drying equipment, and demo, or you come from the trades and want to learn restoration the right way, this is a long-term career move.
Key Responsibilities
- Respond to residential and commercial water damage emergencies, including extraction of standing water and removal of wet materials
- Set up, monitor, and adjust drying equipment (air movers, dehumidifiers, air scrubbers) to IICRC drying standards
- Take and log moisture readings, mapping, and photos, and keep job documentation current (DASH, Encircle, or similar)
- Perform controlled demolition of drywall, flooring, insulation, and cabinetry, and build containment where needed
- Support mold remediation, fire and smoke cleanup, and contents work as assigned
- Load, clean, and maintain company vehicles and equipment
- Communicate professionally with property owners, tenants, adjusters, and property managers
- Respond to emergency and after-hours calls as part of an on-call rotation
- Follow OSHA, EPA lead-safe (RRP), and IICRC safety and job standards
Required Qualifications and Credentials
- 1+ year of water mitigation, restoration, or construction trades experience (trainable candidates considered)
- IICRC WRT preferred; ASD and AMRT a plus
- Comfortable with moisture meters, thermal imaging, and drying equipment
- Able to lift 50+ lbs, work in crawlspaces and attics, and wear PPE and respirators
- A valid driver's license is required; driving to job sites is an essential function of the role, and the driving record must meet company insurance requirements.
- OSHA 10 a plus
Why Join
- $21 to $29 per hour plus overtime and performance bonus
- Company Vehicle and/or Paid Mileage
- Company offered benefits: standard package available.
- Paid certifications and training
- Growth opportunity: future growth opportunities available.
Keywords: water mitigation technician, restoration technician, water damage technician, mitigation technician, IICRC, WRT, ASD, AMRT, structural drying, water extraction, mold remediation, fire restoration, demolition, moisture mapping, disaster restoration, property damage
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
