Water resource specialist job description

RESTORING MORE THAN PROPERTY

Flooding. Fires. Windstorms. Hundreds of thousands of clients rely on BELFOR Property Restoration each year to rebuild their lives, homes, and businesses. We're Restoring More Than Property.

With BELFOR specialists in every major metropolitan area in the USA ready to respond 24/7/365, we provide the fastest, highest quality service that's unmatched in the industry.

The right response team can mean the difference between recovery and total loss. In the midst of chaos, you need an experienced company with a proven track record and solid relationships with leading insurance providers.

BELFOR is looking for qualified candidates for the following position. BELFOR team members are a unique breed, committed to restoring not only property, but restoring lives for those affected by disasters, large or small.

BELFOR also offers a wide range of benefit options including, but not limited to, 401(k), Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance, Employee Assistance Program, Paid Holidays and Paid Time Off.

This position is responsible for providing operational support in mitigation efforts for clients. Qualified candidates must have the ability to perform tasks related to pumping and extracting water, as well as mold removal, and must use various types of specialized equipment under supervision. This position represents level 2 in the progressive itinerary of Water Damage.

Responsibilities

* Must be able to receive the instructions provided by the team leader.
* Know and understand the MSDS protocols for the chemical products used during mitigation processes.
* Perform daily inspections of vehicle safety and maintenance and keep these clean and in perfect conditions of use.
* Attention to details.
* Must demonstrate mastery of the Book of Damage Caused by the Water of BELFOR.
* Under supervision, you must demonstrate understanding and proper use of the scraper and rinse rod, the weighed trawl, the weighed extractor, the water extractor, the portable extraction unit and the appropriate legal discharge and drainage systems. Water.
* Under supervision, you must build adequate containment systems, using appropriate calculations and equipment (Neg Air, HEPA vacuum).
* Properly use cleaning / disinfecting solutions and debris removal techniques from confined areas.
* Use under supervision appropriate lifting techniques, sliding pads, polystyrene foam blocks; take care and protect the personal belongings of the client.
* Under Supervision, you must properly remove the vapor barriers, remove and label the recoverable cuttings, make holes for air to flow, install an Injectidry system, a Directed-In system and an Octi-Dry system, use non-penetrating and penetrating meters.
* The professional will be obliged to comply with the standards of BELFOR to safeguard the property of other people.
* Must have a deep knowledge of customer service, as well as the principles and practices of this.
* Ability to work with time constraints to meet specific deadlines.
* You will be periodically requested to travel and work at night and during weekends.
* You must inform in a timely and accurate manner about the time worked and the equipment and consumables used.
* Attend the operations sponsored by BELFOR and the security training courses that are necessary.
* Water pumping and extraction
* Mold remediation
* Moving & re-setting contents
* Setting drying equipment
* Antimicrobial applications as appropriate
* Vehicle safety and maintenance inspections
* Maintaining vehicles in clean serviceable condition
* Constructing polyethylene enclosures
* Removing and disposing of debris
* Maintaining equipment used in daily tasks
* Additional other duties as required

Qualifications

* Must be able to identify Product (consumables), usage and disposal requirements with training
* Must have knowledge of various pump systems
* Eligible to operate a motor vehicle per BELFOR's vehicle policy
* Possess sense of urgency, professional demeanor, positive attitude, and strong work ethic
* English language literacy and fluency

Physical Demands

* Frequent lifting in excess of 50 lbs
* Occasional lifting from 41 lbs +, assisted (up to 50% of the time)
* Access and mobility in tight spaces
* Sustained periods of standing, sitting, walking, bending, and kneeling
* Ability to use mobile devices for collection of data and time.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer

The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees, and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified.

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Employment type: Full-time Non-exempt
Hours: 7:30am-4:30pm Monday - Friday (hours may vary) and after-hours as needed

Benefits: Excellent benefits package including:

• Health, Vision, Dental insurance
• Retirement plan with company match
• Paid time-off
• Paid holidays

The Emergency Services Specialist is an important member of our restoration team as they are responsible for performing emergency mitigation services and monitoring both residential and commercial properties that have been affected by water, fire, smoke, mold, sewer, or storm damage. This position is labor-intensive. Due to the nature of the work, often the job sites will be dirty, dusty, wet, cold/hot (not climate controlled), scorched by fire, and possibly affected by mold. The position requires working after hours/on-call on a rotational basis above and beyond your normal workday. This may mean nights, weekends and/or holidays. As well as occasional overnight travel to assist with storm related emergency mitigation operations.

Water Damage Restoration Labor Specialist Overall Responsibilities:

• Professionally represent the company's Purpose and Core Values
• Perform mitigation services such as;
  1. Water extraction
  2. Removal of water, fire, mold, sewer, and storm damaged building materials
  3. Relocate affected contents as needed to remove damaged materials
  4. Float carpet to dry
  5. Set up and monitor drying equipment
  6. Apply antimicrobial products
  7. Responsible for maintaining a clean and safe job site

Water Damage Restoration Labor Specialist Physical Labor Demands:

Heavy Work- Exerting up to 100lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 50lbs of force frequently or up to 20lbs of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body. In addition:

• Standing - For sustained periods of time
• Walking - Moving about on foot to accomplish tasks, particularly for long distances or moving from one work site to another.
• Climbing - Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles and the like, using feet and legs and/or hands and arms.
• Balancing - Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling.
• Stooping - Bending body downward and forward by bending spine at the waist.
• Kneeling - Bending legs at knee to come to a rest on knee or knees.
• Crouching - Bending body downward and forward by bending leg and spine.
• Crawling - Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet.
• Fingering - Picking, pinching, typing or otherwise working, primarily with fingers rather than the whole hand as in handling.
• Repetitive Motion - Substantial movements (motions) of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers.
• Grasping - Applying pressure to an object with the fingers and palm.
• Talking - Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word to others accurately and quickly when necessary.
• Hearing - Receiving detailed information through oral communication at normal speaking levels with or without correction.
• Vision - Close visual acuity to perform activities such as; reading, using measurement devices, viewing a smartphone, tablet, or other electronic device, assembling, visually inspecting small parts and/or operating machines and tools such as power saws, drills, etc. required to perform skilled trades tasks with or without correction.
• Vision - Visual acuity to operate a motor vehicle and determine the accuracy, neatness and thoroughness of work performed with or without correction.

Water Damage Restoration Labor Specialist Work environment:

Work is performed at various job sites and in a warehouse; both indoors and outdoors. Activities occur inside and outside and are subject to:

• Weather and hot/cold temperature changes
• Dirt, dust, soot, and possibly mold
• Work environments that are not climate controlled
• Noise
• Ladders to use for high heights
• Hazards such as: moving vehicles, proximity to moving mechanical parts, electrical current, high places, high heat, and exposure to chemicals
• Atmospheric conditions such as: fumes, odors, dust, mists, gases, or poor ventilation. The workspace may be contaminated with heavy smoke residue, mold and mildew, contaminated water, or other unsanitary conditions
• Close quarters: crawl spaces, small enclosed rooms, attics, etc.
• Gloves, back brace, respirators, and splash goggles are available for use

Water Damage Restoration Labor Specialist Job Qualifications:

• High school / technical education
• Valid Driver's License
• 2-3 years experience performing water/fire emergency restoration work or similar construction related labor intensive work
• Great attention to detail
• Have a team spirit, positive attitude, excellent customer services skills
• Ability to work after hours/on-call on a rotational basis as well as occasional overnight travel
• Must provide own hand tools (i.e., hammer, pry bar, screwdriver, tape measure, etc.)

This is not an all-inclusive list of every job duty affiliated with the Emergency Services Technician position and is subject to change.

All employees much pass a pre-employment drug screen, background screening, and reference check.
All employees much have a valid driver's license and a clean driving record.
Equal Opportunity Workplace.

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