Mitigation Technician

Are you looking for a change or maybe just starting out in the working world The property damage restoration industry is a fascinating field! No two days are ever alike and there will always be a need for local heroes like you to save homes and businesses from the devastating damage caused by water and fire.

You can find a job anywhere. Everyone is hiring. There are at least a dozen other restoration companies like ours hiring for the same position. Trust us when we say there is plenty of work out there for everyone. Cougar Restoration Inc is different because we dont turn and burn employees. We will help you become a Water Technician GOD! And then well show you how to lead a team manage other heroes take on other challenges like re-construction if you want. The question you up for the challenge

We need you on our team if you can handle...

Technician Job Duties:

• Coordinating with property owners to assess the damage they need fixed.
• Performing light demolition tasks
• Monitoring your jobs daily recording moisture readings taking and uploading photos and providing detailed notes into our job database for our in house representatives to use.
• Rotated On-Call week/weekends where you are to answer respond and perform all above duties during and after hours for emergency issues that come up.
• Working in confined spaces such as attics and crawl spaces
• Wearing Full PPE while cleaning mold or cleaning up sewage leaks

Additional Duties:
In addition to the description listed above you will also be responsible for the following...

• Helping property owners through the claims process. Well teach you how it works and how to walk them through it if you dont know how.
• Maintain a professional appearance and demeanor.

Candidates must possess the following Skills/Characteristics:

• Strong Communication both written and verbal.
• Positive Can-Do attitude.
• Ability to use and handle computer/tablet/smart phone
• Ability to work both within a team and independently.
• Bi-Lingual Candidates are ideal but not required.

Required Qualifying Factors:

• High School or Equivalent education
• At least 1 year preferred with Water Mitigation Mold Remediation and Fire Damage restoration experience. Must show proof of previous experience.
• Candidates with any certifications (IICRC- WRT ANSI AMRT or related etc.) pertaining to the above scope of work will be highly considered
• Must be comfortable working in confined spaces like attics and crawlspaces
• Must have a valid drivers license

We are an equal opportunity employer.
Must pass Drug Test and have a good driving record.
Company Provided Vehicle & Gas Expenses
Certification/Continuing Education
Job Type: Full-time

Experience:

• Restoration Mitigation and Remediation: 1 year (Preferred)

Education:

• High school or equivalent (Required)

License or certification:

• Drivers License (Required)
• IICRCWRT ANSI AMRT or related etc. is a plus!

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Night shift
• On call
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

COVID-19 considerations:
We require that all employees ask the property owner before entering if they want us to wear a mask. If employees feel more comfortable wearing a mask at all times that is their choice and we will always respect that but it is not required.

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Portland OR 97224: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Required)
• Night Shift (Required)
• Sometimes on Weekends
• Sometimes on Holidays