Mitigation Technician
Join a growing team that takes pride in doing the job right and backs each other up to get it done.
Location: Paul Davis Restoration of Downriver Detroit
Reports To: Mitigation Manager
Type: Full-Time | Field-Based | On-Call Rotation Required
Primary Objective
Execute mitigation work correctly, efficiently, and completely.
This role is responsible for:
- Supporting mitigation jobs in the field
- Following established processes and direction
- Ensuring all work is properly completed and documented before leaving the job site
You are not expected to manage jobs—but you are expected to do your part right every time.
What This Role Is Responsible For
- Responding to mitigation jobs (water, fire, mold, storm)
- Performing extraction, demolition, cleaning, and equipment setup
- Following direction from the Mitigation Manager and Lead Technician
- Maintaining a clean, safe, and organized job site
- Representing the company professionally with homeowners
Job Completion Standard (Non-Negotiable)
Before leaving any job site, you are responsible for ensuring:
- All assigned work is fully completed
- Photos are taken clearly and completely
- Job notes are entered accurately
- Required documentation (MICA/logs) is complete
- All data is synced and uploaded
If it’s not completed and documented, the job is not done.
Daily Expectations
- Be ready to move—no waiting for direction
- Follow instructions clearly and completely
- Ask questions when something is unclear
- Maintain urgency while paying attention to detail
- Take pride in doing the job right the first time
Initiative & Problem-Solving
- Take initiative to keep work moving—do not wait to be told every step
- Identify and communicate issues early instead of letting them slow the job down
- Find practical solutions to small problems while staying within company processes
- Ask for direction when something impacts safety, scope, or qualityW
We value people who take initiative—but not at the expense of doing things correctly.
What we're looking for:
- Experience in mitigation, construction, or related field preferred
- Willingness to learn and follow systems and processes
- Strong work ethic and reliability
- Ability to work in physically demanding environments
- Attention to detail and ability to follow through
- Comfortable working in a team environment
Requirements
- Valid driver’s license
- Ability to lift 50–75 lbs
- Ability to work after hours/on-call as needed
- Willingness to work in residential and commercial environments
Compensation
- Hourly pay with overtime opportunities
- Opportunity to grow into Lead Technician or higher roles
- Paid training and development opportunities
Our Standard
- Deliver what you promise
- Respect the individual
- Have pride in what you do
- Practice continuous improvement
Final Note
This is not a role for someone who cuts corners or leaves things unfinished.
We are building a team that:
- Moves quickly
- Follows process
- Finishes jobs the right way
If you take pride in your work and want to be part of a team that holds a high standard, we encourage you to apply.
Since 1966, Paul Davis has been an industry leader in the areas of property damage mitigation, reconstruction and remodeling. With more than 370 offices in our franchise network, the company serves residential, institutional, and commercial customers and clients across the United States and Canada.
We have built our heritage one project at a time, establishing a reputation for performance, integrity and responsibility among customers and carriers alike. Whether property damage is caused by water, fire, smoke, storms or other disasters, we deliver on our promise to deliver excellence, expertise and a customer experience that is second to none. At Paul Davis, our passion for quality drives everything we do.
Our Vision:
To Provide Extraordinary Care While Serving People In Their Time Of Need.
Our Values:
Deliver What You Promise
Respect The Individual
Have Pride In What You Do
Practice Continuous Improvement
Our Mission:
To provide opportunities for great people to deliver Best in Class results