Flood Restoration Technician

First General Services of Vancouver Island (“FG”) is a leading provider of disaster response (fire, flood, wind and more), mitigation and hazardous materials remediation and reconstruction services.

First General is an amazing place to work, with a great company culture and an exceptional team of like minded individuals who are committed to our values of compassion, respect, integrity, accountability and quality. Our values are more than lip service, they are the driving force of the organization and are woven into all we are and what we do. First General provides opportunities for motivated and accountable individuals to have personal and professional growth and advancement.

The emergency restoration technician is responsible for performing emergency flood response, mitigation and restoration services to a wide variety of residential and commercial customers. Working in a fast paced, dynamic and sometimes unpredictable environment, the FT displays exemplary flexibility and customer focus to help FG and its customer achieve their goals.

Responsibilities

- Complete the activities listed on daily work orders and keep an accurate log of consumables and equipment used, along with progress of work.

- Utilize provided systems and software and photo document all work and site visits, this includes FG’s job management, time sheet and contents management systems.

- Work well through ambiguity and take a positive approach to every situation.

- Mechanical aptitude with an understanding of equipment, power tools and hand tools.

- Drive company vehicles courteously and responsibly, obeying all traffic laws.

- Perform a wide variety of manual labour tasks including demolition (floor tear-out, drywall removal, cleaning etc.) and flood restoration activities (installing drying equipment, capturing moisture readings).

Qualifications

- Experience in a construction or restoration environment

- WRT certified, other IICRC certifications as asset

- Ability to safely use a variety of power tools and equipment

- Proven customer service skills

- Class 5 driver's license

Summary

The emergency restoration tech is the go-to person to get things done onsite. They perform a wide variety of tasks and are the face of FG to our valued customers and partners in the insurance industry. Working alongside other FG team members they play on each- others strength and receive mentorship through the completion of tasks/projects.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $24.00-$30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

- Dental care

- Extended health care

- Life insurance

- Paid time off

- Vision care

Experience:

- restoration: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

- Class 5 Driver's Licence (preferred)

Location:

- Nanaimo, BC (preferred)

Work Location: In person