Restoration Technician II
DSI Holdings Corporation
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Job Description
Who we are
ServiceMaster DSI provides restoration in Kingwood, TX and surrounding areas. We invest in education, embrace innovation through the latest tools and technology, and give employees the knowledge to lead and grow in a robust industry. We are leaders in disaster restoration cleaning and are known for the great care we take with clients and employees alike. Our community-like work environment focuses on providing extensive training to serve our clients with the most advanced equipment in the restoration industry. We promote a collaborative culture that values flexibility, mutual respect, and work-life balance. We believe that engaged and happy employees make ServiceMaster DSI an amazing place to work where we are always ready to help families and businesses recover from fire and water damage.
The Position
We're looking for a Restoration Technician II, who possesses an IICRC Certification. In this position, you will be working on both residential and commercial losses that were caused by water and fire damage. Job assignments include, but are not limited to specialty mitigation services, light demolition, water extraction, carpet and upholstery cleaning, mold abatement, vandalism clean-up, fire and smoke damage mitigation, content move-outs and pack-ins, and content cleaning. The salary for this position starts at $21-$24 per hour and is negotiable based on experience.
As part of the team, your role will include:
- Drive a company vehicle to locations designated by customers.
- Execute all work to meet or exceed applicable federal, state and local regulations and company and customer quality standards while providing world-class customer service.
- Become proficient in fire and water restoration, as well as mold abatement.
- Respond to water jobs and initiate water mitigation according to IICRC and ServiceMaster standards.
Benefits Include
- Professional development, promotions and career advancement.
- Paid training
- Overtime opportunities
- Health and wellness insurance, as well as dental, vision, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage along with 401K
- Holiday pay and generous PTO
Requirements
- IICRC Certification - REQUIRED!
- Must have good communication skills.
- Must have a valid driver's license
- Reliable transportation
- Previous restoration experience is a plus.
- Ability to travel out of town
- Able to move and/or lift 50 lbs.
- Pass background check and drug screen
Why Should You Apply?
Competitive compensation with opportunity for overtime. Great benefits, professional development, and training. We work together – openly and cross-functionally because it enables us to build relationships, learn together and win as a team. We go above and beyond for our clients, offering a dynamic environment with abundant learning and growth opportunities and hard work and results are rewarded. If you're looking for a challenging and fulfilling career, be part of the ServiceMaster DSI family.
Equal Employment Opportunity Employer/ Veterans Welcomed!
What Most Water & Flood Restoration Job Listings Don't Tell You
General overview for this role type; specifics vary by employer.
Water and flood restoration in Texas does not require a state trade license, but certification is the industry standard. Most serious companies want IICRC water damage and mold credentials, and they train techs on drying science and safety. Pay is hourly with heavy overtime during storm and freeze events, since the work is emergency driven. Techs who learn mold remediation and can manage a loss site earn more.
This trade runs on urgency and unpredictability. When a home floods, crews respond fast, sometimes overnight, because standing water and moisture cause more damage every hour. Houston's hurricanes, flooding, and burst pipes after freezes create surges of work. New hires are surprised by the emotional side. You enter homes right after a disaster and work with stressed families. You handle contaminated water, wear protective gear, and manage powerful drying equipment. Reliability during the worst moments and calm, clear communication set the best restoration techs apart.
What to Expect Day-to-Day
General overview for this role type; specifics vary by employer.
A restoration day often starts with an emergency dispatch. You arrive at a water loss, assess the source and category of water, and stop the spread. Extraction comes first, pulling standing water from floors and carpets. Then you set up drying, placing air movers and dehumidifiers and taking moisture readings to track progress.
Documentation drives the job because insurance depends on it. You photograph damage, log moisture levels daily, and record the equipment on site. Some jobs require removing soaked drywall, flooring, and insulation, and mold cases add containment and remediation steps. You return to monitor drying until the structure hits target readings. Working with homeowners and adjusters is constant, and empathy matters because people are dealing with loss. Expect irregular hours, physical demolition work, protective equipment, and the real reward of helping a family recover a home after a flood or leak.
What Water & Flood Restoration Jobs Pay in Houston
Based on Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data for Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area (Construction Laborers).
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area. Median is about $19.88/hr.
Building a Restoration Career in Texas
Water and flood restoration needs no state trade license in Texas, but IICRC certification is the industry standard. Companies train techs on water damage categories, drying science, and mold remediation, and mold work follows specific safety and containment practices. Understanding insurance documentation is a core skill because carriers pay based on the record. The path moves from emergency response and extraction into drying and mold remediation, then into project management of loss sites, and finally into running a restoration company that responds to storms and everyday water damage.
Career Ladder and Pay
- 1 Restoration Technician $37,066/yr
Respond to losses, extract water, and set drying equipment.
- 2 Certified Water / Mold Tech $41,350/yr
Manage drying to target, and handle mold containment and removal.
- 3 Crew Lead / Estimator $47,590/yr
Scope losses, document for insurance, and run crews on site.
- 4 Project Manager $47,590/yr
Manage large losses, adjusters, and rebuild coordination.
- 5 Restoration Company Owner $58,323/yr
Run a restoration business and manage emergency response.
Licensing paths and timelines are general guidance for this trade in Texas. Confirm current requirements with the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation or the relevant state agency.
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