Restoration Technician
Full Time • Salem
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Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Free uniforms
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
Who We Are – ServiceMaster Restore
Do you enjoy helping people and want a hands-on, rewarding career? At ServiceMaster of Salem, we unite to RESTORE PEACE OF MIND® to our customers, helping communities rebuild and recover after disasters including water, fire, smoke, biohazards, and more.
As a Restoration Technician, you’ll perform hands-on work to restore properties and customer belongings from all types of property damage, directly impacting the recovery process. This is a fast-paced, physically demanding role where your skills make a real difference.
Why You’ll Love This Role
- Hands-on training and career development in restoration techniques.
- Opportunity to work across multiple restoration disciplines (water, fire, smoke, pack-out, structure cleaning, biohazard).
- Make a real difference for clients during stressful times.
- Potential for overtime, on-call rotation, and growth opportunities.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform hands-on restoration work for all types of property damage, including water, fire, smoke, and other damages.
- Extract water, perform demolition, cleanup, and pack-out of damaged contents.
- Respond to water, fire, smoke, and other property damage emergencies in homes and businesses.
- Handle fire/smoke damage remediation, including cleaning, packing, moving, and disposal of non-salvageable items.
- Set up, monitor, and document drying and restoration equipment for water or other damage mitigation.
- Clean, launder, and restore customer belongings in a fully equipped facility.
- Accurately document all work in company software (photos, notes, forms).
- Communicate effectively with supervisors, teammates, and clients throughout all types of restoration projects.
- Follow all safety protocols and wear required PPE; provide field feedback if procedures are not followed.
- Participate in rotating on-call schedule, weekend, and overtime shifts as needed.
- Complete tasks according to company processes, maintaining quality control and attention to detail across all restoration work.
Who You Are – Ideal Candidate
- Reliable, punctual, and accountable.
- Team player who listens carefully and responds to client needs.
- Excellent communicator, in person and over the phone.
- Safety-conscious and willing to follow procedures.
- Physically capable of hands-on work, including lifting, carrying, pushing/pulling, and working in confined spaces (crawlspaces, attics) or at heights.
- Presentable and professional, wearing company uniform and maintaining a clean appearance.
Requirements – Must Haves
- Must pass a background check back to age 18 and a pre-employment drug screening.
- Must have a valid Oregon Driver’s License with a clean driving record for the past 3 years.
- Ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 50–70 lbs frequently.
- Ability to stand, walk, squat, crawl, climb ladders, and work in various indoor/outdoor environments for extended periods.
What You’ll Learn – Development Opportunities
- Advanced restoration techniques for water, fire, smoke, and other property damage.
- Effective property damage mitigation strategies for residential and commercial properties.
- Teamwork, collaboration, and leadership skills in fast-paced, time-sensitive environments.
- Certification and continuing education opportunities to advance your career.
Benefits & Perks
- Competitive starting wage $17–$19+/hour (based on experience and certifications).
- Medical and Dental Insurance.
- 401(k) with 3% employer contribution.
- 9.5 paid holidays + PTO.
- Company-provided uniforms and work cell phone.
- Professional development, training, and career growth opportunities.
Submit your application today for consideration!
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by associates assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed. The Company reserves the right to modify this description in the future, with or without notice to the employee. This Job Description does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, and employment with the Company remains at will. These responsibilities are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
Compensation: $17.00 - $19.00 per hour
Built on a foundation of great brands and employees with a passion for service, our vision is to be the leading provider of essential services through empowered people, world-class customer service and convenient access. By joining ServiceMaster, you'll be part of a talented network of employees with a shared vision.
Our environment is a diverse community where successful people work together to achieve common goals.
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to The ServiceMaster Company, LLC.
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