Restoration Technician / Cleanup Technician
Location:Carthage, MO
Job Type:Full-Time
Schedule:Flexible Availability Required | Some Evenings, Weekends & On-Call Work
Job Order #:153004
Position Overview
Stand-By Personnel is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Restoration Technician / Cleanup Technician for an opportunity in Carthage. This position helps residential and commercial customers recover from water, fire, smoke, mold, and other property-damage events.
This is a hands-on position performed primarily at customer locations. Technicians will assist with water-damage restoration, drying-equipment setup, demolition, cleaning and sanitizing, fire and smoke cleanup, and general property-restoration activities.
Previous construction, restoration, or professional cleaning experience is preferred but not required. Training can be provided for dependable candidates who are comfortable with physically demanding work and interested in developing specialized restoration skills.
Required Experience & Skills
Valid driver's license required
Good driving record required
High school diploma or equivalent
Ability to pass applicable background and drug screening requirements
Ability to perform physically demanding restoration work
Comfortable working at residential and commercial customer locations
Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
Strong attention to detail
Good communication and customer service skills
Ability to work effectively as part of a team
Reliable attendance and punctuality
Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends
Willingness to participate in on-call assignments as needed
Comfortable working in attics, crawl spaces, and varying weather conditions
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
Respond to water, fire, smoke, mold, and other property-damage service calls
Travel to residential and commercial customer locations
Assist with water-damage restoration
Set up drying equipment and dehumidifiers
Monitor equipment throughout the drying process
Remove drying equipment when work is complete
Perform demolition when required
Remove wet drywall, flooring, insulation, and other damaged materials
Clean and sanitize affected areas
Clean customer contents and structural materials
Assist with fire and smoke cleanup
Perform soot removal and deodorization
Follow established restoration and safety procedures
Document work using photos, notes, and moisture readings
Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition
Keep company vehicles clean and organized
Communicate professionally with customers and team members
Support supervisors with additional restoration duties as assigned
Water Damage Restoration
Candidates may assist with:
Setting up drying equipment
Positioning dehumidifiers
Monitoring moisture levels
Recording moisture readings
Removing water-damaged materials
Cleaning and sanitizing affected areas
Monitoring the drying process
Removing equipment after restoration is complete
Demolition & Material Removal
Depending on the project, Technicians may remove:
Wet drywall
Damaged flooring
Insulation
Other affected building materials
Candidates should be comfortable performing hands-on demolition and cleanup while following established safety procedures.
Fire & Smoke Cleanup
Responsibilities may include:
Cleaning fire-damaged areas
Removing soot from affected surfaces
Cleaning smoke residue
Deodorizing affected spaces
Cleaning structural materials
Cleaning customer contents
Preparing areas for additional restoration work
Mold & Sanitization
Clean and sanitize affected areas
Assist with removal of damaged materials
Follow applicable safety and PPE requirements
Maintain clean work areas
Follow established restoration procedures and supervisor direction
Documentation Responsibilities
Technicians may document restoration projects through:
Photographs
Job notes
Moisture readings
Equipment information
Work-completion records
Accurate documentation and attention to detail are important throughout each project.
Customer Service Responsibilities
Because work is performed at customer properties, candidates must be able to:
Communicate professionally with homeowners and businesses
Maintain a courteous and respectful demeanor
Respect customer property and belongings
Provide professional service during stressful property-damage situations
Communicate concerns or questions to management
Represent the company professionally at customer locations
Tools, Vehicles & Equipment
Set up and remove restoration equipment
Monitor drying equipment and dehumidifiers
Maintain tools in good working condition
Keep equipment organized
Maintain clean company vehicles
Report damaged or malfunctioning equipment promptly
Preferred Qualifications
Restoration Technician experience
Water-damage restoration experience
Fire or smoke cleanup experience
Mold-remediation experience
Construction experience
Demolition experience
Professional cleaning experience
General labor experience
Customer service experience
IICRC certification or related restoration training
IICRC certifications are a plus, but training can be provided.
Physical Requirements
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling
Ability to perform physically demanding cleanup and demolition work
Ability to carry tools, equipment, and materials
Comfortable working in attics and crawl spaces
Ability to work indoors and outdoors
Comfortable working in varying temperatures and weather conditions
Ability to safely wear required PPE
Schedule & Availability
Property-damage restoration may require work outside traditional business hours.
Candidates must be willing to:
Work flexible hours as needed
Work occasional evenings
Work occasional weekends
Participate in on-call assignments
Respond to emergency restoration needs when scheduled
Work Environment
Residential and commercial restoration environment
Work performed primarily at customer properties
Regular exposure to water-damaged, fire-damaged, smoke-affected, or otherwise impacted areas
Physically active work involving cleaning, demolition, equipment setup, and material handling
Work may occur in attics, crawl spaces, and varying weather conditions
Strong emphasis on safety, professionalism, customer service, teamwork, and dependable attendance
Why You'll Want This Opportunity
Previous restoration experience is preferred but not required
Training can be provided
Gain specialized water, fire, smoke, and mold restoration experience
Work on a variety of residential and commercial projects
Develop valuable demolition, drying, cleaning, and restoration skills
IICRC-certified candidates are encouraged to apply
Excellent opportunity for candidates with construction, cleaning, or general labor experience looking to enter the restoration industry
Ready to Apply?
Apply today for immediate consideration and reference Job Order #152515.
For more information, call 417-208-9462 or visit:
Stand-By Personnel Joplin
1901 E. 32nd St., Suite 8
Joplin, MO 64804