Water / Flood Technician

Position Overview

Reporting to the Production Manager, the Water / Flood Technician supports emergency response and restoration projects to ensure the goals and needs of the insurance companies and our customers are being met. The Water / Flood Technician is capable of implementing

• water remediation procedures consistent with the IICRCS-500 Standard.

Job Duties

• Work on job sites providing the following services

• o Water pumping and extraction- o Mold remediation

• o Moving & re-setting contents

• o Selective demolition as required to accommodate the drying process

• o debris disposal

• o Setting drying equipment

• o Carpet cleaning

• o Capable of moisture mapping the affected area, inclusive of temperature, relative humidity and MC moisture content readings

• Participate as directed in the following activities:

• o Vehicle safety and maintenance inspections

• o Ensure vehicle is cleaned and restocked at end of shift

• o Constructing polyethylene enclosures

• o Maintaining equipment

• Will practice good housekeeping at all times to ensure a safe and non-cluttered worksite

• Provide excellent customer service

• Work under time constraints to meet specific timelines

• Ensure attention to detail and keen sense of safeguarding other people’s property and information

• Participates in and demonstrates an understanding of safety principles and practices; follows all safety policies and procedures to support a safe working environment, including safe operation of machines and equipment

• Comply with all Belfor policies and procedures, as well as legislative requirements

• Proactively communicate job site conditions and concerns that may or are affecting completion of the job to the appropriate person

• This role could be required to act as a “lead” periodically as designated by their manager

• Attend all Belfor sponsored training courses

Qualifications

• IICRC certification for Water Restoration Technician (WRT) required
• IICRC certification for Applied Microbial Remediation Technician (AMRT) an asset
• 2+ years industry related experience, Construction / Restoration / Insurance preferred
• Familiarity with chemical products including use, disposal, and Safety Data Sheets
• Comprehensive understanding of customer service, principles and practices
• Eligible to operate a motor vehicle per Belfor ’s vehicle policy
• Ability to work within a team or independently as needed
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proven ability to multi-task in a fast paced environment
• Basic computer and/or Tablet / iPad experience
• Willing to work evenings, on call and weekends when requested
• Periodic travel may be required
• Criminal Record Check

Physical Demands

• Frequent lifting from 5-40 lbs, unassisted (from 35-65% of the time)
• Occasional lifting from 41 lbs +, assisted (up to 50% of the time)
• Access and mobility in tight spaces
• Fit Testing - half and full face mask as needed, annual certification required
• Working at Heights - over 5 feet, periodically
• Sustained periods of standing, sitting, walking, bending, and kneeling

BELFOR :

• (Canada) Inc. is an inclusive and equal opportunity employer. _