Restoration Technician

Summary

The Restoration Technician, under the direction of the Project Coordinator/Project Manager, maintains residences and buildings by making repairs to the internal and external structure, including furniture, stairs, and ensuring structures are safe. Knowledge of residential construction and remodeling trades, practices, procedures, techniques, tools, equipment, materials, specifications, quality control, cost control, and safety is a requirement for this position.

The Restoration Technician must be proficient at insulating, drywalling, taping, priming, painting, and installing doors, trim, and hard surface flooring. The Technician will adhere to established safe work procedures, wear the proper safety equipment at all times, and uphold high standards of workmanship and efficiency while complying with company policies and standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, safety, and on‑time delivery.

Core Competencies

• Customer focus
• Communication
• Team work
• Time management
• Adaptability and flexibility
• Planning and organizing
• Results focused
• Accountability and dependability
• Ethics and integrity

Job Duties

• Adhere to established safe working procedures and wear the proper safety equipment at all times
• Ensure high standards of workmanship and efficiency
• Adhere to company policies and standards for cost control, waste reduction, quality, safety, and complete and on‑time delivery
• Ensure compliance with licensing laws, health and safety, and other statutory requirements
• Ensure accurate and timely project close date; help supervisors to adjust working schedules to ensure deadlines are met
• Aid in residential construction sites to ensure compliance with design, project specifications, regulations, and safety codes
• Inform supervisor of the need to order materials as required
• Assist in the resolution of design issues, change requests, material defects, and equipment problems
• Assist with jobsite administration duties, such as timesheet completion, and any daily logs that need to be maintained
• Perform daily maintenance and safety checks on all equipment and tools
• Maintain inspection records and complete inspection reports
• Bolt, screw, clip, weld, solder, or otherwise fasten parts and components together using hand and power tools and equipment
• Erect and disassemble scaffolding, shoring, braces, traffic barricades, ramps, and other temporary structures
• Cut, drill, sand, or plane materials for snug fit
• Load, unload, and identify building materials, machinery, and tools, and distribute them to the appropriate locations, according to project plans and supervisors specifications
• Lubricate, clean, maintain, and repair machinery, equipment, and tools
• Maintain a clean working area free from dirt and debris between tasks and at end of day
• Perform various forms of labour to assist in the successful completion of construction projects from start to finish
• Ability to tile would be considered an asset
• On call obligations required for weekdays, weekends, and holidays as needed

Job Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent
• Degree or diploma in a related field
• Certification(s) and/or licence(s) appropriate to industry
• Knowledge of appropriate materials, methods, and tools required in various construction processes
• Knowledge of construction equipment safety
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing
• Ability to respond quickly in a dynamic and changing environment
• Ability to lift heavy objects, walk, and stand for long periods of time
• Ability to perform strenuous physical labour
• Ability to stand for extended periods of time
• Ability to work in a hot and humid environment
• Ability to work individually as well as part of a team

Work Conditions

• Exposure to hazards associated with the industry/trade
• Extended periods of standing, and other physically demanding conditions
• Hazards associated with conducting work outdoors
• High noise levels
• Lifting, moving, or manipulating objects up to (20) kilograms
• Occasional travel
• Operation and use of necessary tools, machinery, or equipment
• Regular exposure to conditions including heat, humidity, and dust
• Repetitive work
• Use of required personal protective equipment
• Overtime as required

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

Some Potential Benefits May Include:

Because Paul Davis is a franchise organization, benefits vary based on franchisee.

• Opportunity for Overtime
• Paid Time Off
• Opportunity for Advancement
• Great Company Culture