Job Description

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development

As a Mitigation Technician, you support emergency mitigation work following water, fire, mold, and other property losses. You work under the direction of a Mitigation Crew Lead and play a hands-on role in executing jobs safely, efficiently, and to Paul Davis and IICRC standards.

This is a production-focused field role Success in this position comes from reliability, work ethic, attention to detail, and the ability to follow procedures in fast-moving situations.

What You’ll Be Responsible For

• Assist with water, fire, mold, and emergency mitigation work from arrival through stabilization
• Perform extraction, demolition, cleaning, containment, and equipment setup
• Load, unload, and maintain mitigation equipment and supplies
• Follow drying strategies and job instructions set by the Crew Lead
• Assist with moisture readings, photos, and basic job documentation
• Maintain a clean and organized job site, truck, and warehouse area
• Interact professionally with homeowners and team members
• Follow all safety, PPE, OSHA, EPA, and company standards
• Participate in after-hours, weekend, and emergency response as required

Pay Structure & Hours

• Hourly pay of $17–$24, based on experience and demonstrated performance
• Weekly pay
• Overtime paid in accordance with New York law
• Hours vary week to week based on workload and emergency response needs
• Nights, weekends, and emergency availability required

Qualifications: Required

• Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
• Ability to follow directions and work as part of a team
• Ability to lift 75 lbs frequently and up to 100 lbs with assistance
• Comfortable working in physically demanding environments
• Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record
• Comfortable using smartphones and basic mobile apps
• Fluent in English
• Legally authorized to work in the U.S.

Preferred

• Prior experience in restoration, construction, demolition, cleaning, or facilities work
• IICRC certifications (WRT, ASD, AMRT, etc.) or willingness to obtain
• Experience working nights, weekends, or on-call schedules
  
  

Who Thrives in This Role:

• You show up on time and work hard
• You take pride in doing physical work the right way
• You stay calm and focused in high-pressure situations
• You follow procedures and respect safety rules
• You want to grow into a Crew Lead or senior technician role over time

Benefits:

• Paid training and certification opportunities
• Overtime opportunities
• Referral program
• Cell phone stipend
• Paid time off, including sick leave, in accordance with NYC law
• Clear path for advancement into senior technician or Crew Lead roles
• Supportive team environment
  
  

Why Join The Team?
Paul Davis is an industry leader in restoration and reconstruction for insurance providers and commercial properties across the United States and Canada. We are growing locally and offer career opportunities for individuals who want purpose in their work and take pride in serving others. Our owner speaks Spanish, and bilingual communication is part of how we serve our customers.

Built on strong principles of customer service, leadership, and continuous improvement, Paul Davis provides the tools, training, and support needed for long-term success.

Values: Deliver what you promise. Respect the individual. Have pride in what you do. Practice continuous improvement. Vision: To provide extraordinary care while serving people in their time of need. Mission: To provide opportunities for great people to deliver Best in Class results.
Equal Opportunity Employer
We support and hire Veterans and are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you’re ready to help others during their toughest moments and thrive in a rewarding, high-performance role, we’d love to meet you.

Apply today to start your journey with Paul Davis Restoration!
Compensation: $17.00 - $24.00 per hour

Since 1966, Paul Davis has been an industry leader in the areas of property damage mitigation, reconstruction and remodeling. With more than 370 offices in our franchise network, the company serves residential, institutional, and commercial customers and clients across the United States and Canada.

We have built our heritage one project at a time, establishing a reputation for performance, integrity and responsibility among customers and carriers alike. Whether property damage is caused by water, fire, smoke, storms or other disasters, we deliver on our promise to deliver excellence, expertise and a customer experience that is second to none. At Paul Davis, our passion for quality drives everything we do.

Our Vision:

To Provide Extraordinary Care While Serving People In Their Time Of Need.

Our Values:

Deliver What You Promise

Respect The Individual

Have Pride In What You Do

Practice Continuous Improvement

Our Mission:

To provide opportunities for great people to deliver Best in Class results