Restoration Technician - The Lemoine Company

LEMOINE is seeking skilled Restoration Technicians to join our team in response to Hurricane Milton. As a Restoration Technician, you will play a crucial role in restoring homes and businesses affected by water, fire, and storm damage in the Tampa, Florida area and surrounding regions. Your hands-on work will be essential to mitigating further damage and returning properties to a safe, livable condition. This is a seasonal position, offering a unique opportunity to help communities recover from the aftermath of a major natural disaster.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform water extraction, structural drying, and moisture control using specialized equipment like air movers, dehumidifiers, and moisture meters.
• Carry out debris removal, demolition, and cleaning tasks to restore properties impacted by water and storm damage.
• Assist with mold remediation by removing affected materials, setting up containment areas, and performing cleaning and sanitization as needed.
• Clean and restore fire-damaged properties, including odor removal and surface cleaning.
• Operate and maintain equipment, ensuring proper functionality and adherence to safety protocols.
• Perform daily monitoring and documentation of restoration activities, including moisture readings, drying progress, and site conditions.
• Coordinate with supervisors and project managers to ensure timely completion of tasks in alignment with project schedules.
• Handle contents pack-outs, wrapping, and inventory control of personal and business belongings.
• Assist in setting up containment zones for mold remediation and fire restoration projects.
• Follow company safety standards and OSHA guidelines to protect yourself, your team, and property occupants.
• Communicate effectively with team members, subcontractors, and clients to provide updates on job progress.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years of experience in water damage restoration, fire damage restoration, mold remediation, or a similar role.
• Preferred certifications: IICRC WRT (Water Damage Restoration Technician), ASD (Applied Structural Drying Technician), FSRT (Fire and Smoke Restoration Technician), OCT (Odor Control Technician).
• Experience using restoration equipment, including moisture meters, dehumidifiers, air movers, and negative air machines.
• Basic knowledge of construction, demolition, and building materials.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Physically able to lift and carry heavy equipment, work in confined spaces, and stand for long periods.
• Must be available for flexible working hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as disaster recovery projects require.
• Ability to travel to other disaster-impacted regions as necessary.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in hazardous conditions, including mold, mildew, and structural damage.
• Must be able to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, kneel, and bend for extended periods while performing restoration tasks.

About LEMOINE:

LEMOINE is a recognized leader in disaster recovery and restoration, providing comprehensive services in project management, construction, and recovery coordination. Our commitment to quality and efficiency drives our mission to help communities rebuild after disasters. This temporary, seasonal position offers hourly compensation and the chance to be part of a meaningful recovery effort.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

LEMOINE is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or any other protected status.