How to hire a remediation technician

How to hire a remediation technician, step by step

Here's a step-by-step remediation technician hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a remediation technician job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new remediation technician
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a remediation technician, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   You should also consider the ideal background you'd like them a remediation technician to have before you start to hire. For example, what industry or field would you like them to have experience in, what level of seniority or education does the job require, and how much it'll cost to hire a remediation technician that fits the bill.

   Here's a comparison of remediation technician salaries for various roles:

   Type of Remediation Technician	Description	Hourly rate
   Remediation Technician	Environmental science and protection technicians monitor the environment and investigate sources of pollution and contamination, including those affecting public health. In addition, they work to ensure that environmental violations are prevented.	$13-27
   Laboratory Analyst	A Laboratory Analyst helps conduct experiments, run laboratory tests, and analyze results. They compile and record data for the documentation needed for testing and report preparation.	$14-29
   Environmental Services Supervisor	Environmental services supervisors direct and administer a healthcare facility's housekeeping program to maintain sanitation and occupational health. They help departments in charge of the cleanup, sanitation, pest control, housekeeping, and laundry... Show more	$14-25

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • OSHA
   • EPA
   • Demolition
   • Safety Procedures
   • Mold Remediation
   • Asbestos
   • Remedy
   • Emergency Response
   • Hazardous Waste
   • Water Damage
   • Customer Service
   • Mold Removal
   • Crime Scenes
   • Scrubbers

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   Responsibilities:

   • Lead a mold remediation team as well perform asbestos abatement along with general demolition and reconstruction in residential and commercial structures.
   • Maintain records of testing results for submission to EPA.
   • Apply an EPA register anti-microbial agent to the re-mediated areas.
   • Monitor moisture & humidity, control demolition, removal of contaminate building materials, and post-remediation cleaning.
   • Assist HAZWOPER technicians with logistical support for operations on project operations including research of facilities and vendors need for project completion.
   • Maintain current certification in accordance with HAZWOPER (29 CFR 1910.120 (q) )

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your remediation technician job description is a great way to entice the best and brightest candidates. A remediation technician salary can vary based on several factors:

   • Location. For example, remediation technicians' average salary in tennessee is 44% less than in massachusetts.
   • Seniority. Entry-level remediation technicians earn 50% less than senior-level remediation technicians.
   • Certifications. A remediation technician with a few certifications under their belt will likely demand a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for a prestigious company or an exciting start-up can make a huge difference in a remediation technician's salary.

   Average remediation technician salary

   $41,790yearly

   $20.09 hourly rate

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   Entry-level remediation technician salary

   $29,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 23, 2026

4. Writing a remediation technician job description

   A good remediation technician job description should include a few things:

   • Summary of the role
   • List of responsibilities
   • Required skills and experience

   Including a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager is also appreciated by candidates. Here's an example of a remediation technician job description:

   Remediation technician job description example

   BENEFITS/PERKS:

   • We provide training
   • Career Advancement Opportunities

   About the job… The Mold Remediation Technician will meet with interested clients to inspect their homes/business spaces, discuss the results, and inform them of remediation options. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS and RESPONSIBILITIES:

   • Loads/unloads supplies/equipment into and from vehicles, cleans and returns materials and equipment to proper storage areas.
   • Drives and operates a company van equipped with cleaning equipment, tools, and supplies to the work site.
   • Assists in placing air movers and dehumidifiers in proper room locations to remove moisture from carpet, upholstery, and air.
   • Performs basic demo tasks—cutting drywall, removing baseboards, and various flooring material, sprays fungicide and other materials.
   • Provides exceptional customer service, treats property and contents with respect and care and brings any issues or customer concerns to the job leader.
   • Follows proper safety practices, wears personal protective equipment as appropriate (gloves, respirators, Tyvek Suit) while working.
   • Maintains clean and organized vehicle, equipment, and job site

   JOB REQUIREMENTS: MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
   The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. [franchisee to confirm these requirements apply to their location]

   • High school education, or equivalent.
   • Valid driver’s license with clean MVR and access to dependable transportation.
   • Able to safely lift up to 50 lbs., carry equipment up/downstairs.
   • Strong interpersonal, verbal skills.
   • Professional manner and team oriented.

   PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Previous experience and/or certifications in the disaster restoration industry a plus but not required. Green Home Solutions (GHS), a leading company in Indoor Air Quality and Mold Remediation, is engaged in providing services to our customers in the areas of: Mold Remediation, Disinfection, Odor Control, HVAC Ductwork Sanitizing, and related services.

   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 franchisee, and not to the franchisor.

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5. Post your job

   To find remediation technicians for your business, try out a few different recruiting strategies:

   • Consider internal talent. One of the most important talent pools for any company is its current employees.
   • Ask for referrals. Reach out to friends, family members, and your current work to ask if they know any remediation technicians they would recommend.
   • Recruit at local colleges. Attend job fairs at local colleges to recruit entry-level remediation technicians with the right educational background.
   • Social media platforms. LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter have more than 3.5 billion users, and they're a great place for company branding and reaching potential job candidates.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your remediation technician job on Zippia to find and recruit remediation technician candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   Your first interview with remediation technician candidates should focus on their interest in the role and background experience. As the hiring process goes on, you can learn more about how they'd fit into the company culture in later rounds of interviews.

   Remember to include a few questions that allow candidates to expand on their strengths in their own words. Asking about their unique skills might reveal things you'd miss otherwise. At this point, good candidates can move on to the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new remediation technician

   Once you have selected a candidate for the remediation technician position, it is time to create an offer letter. In addition to salary, the offer letter should include details about benefits and perks that are available to the employee. Ensuring your offer is competitive is vital, as qualified candidates may be considering other job opportunities. The candidate may wish to negotiate the terms of the offer, and it is important to be open to discussion and reach a mutually beneficial agreement. After the offer has been accepted, it is a good idea to formalize the agreement with a contract.

   It's also good etiquette to follow up with applicants who don't get the job by sending them an email letting them know that the position has been filled.

   To prepare for the new employee's start date, you can create an onboarding schedule and complete any necessary paperwork, such as employee action forms and onboarding documents like I-9 forms, benefits enrollment, and federal and state tax forms. Human Resources should also ensure that a new employee file is created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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