Mitigation-Technician
Join the Paul Davis Ottawa & Lanark Restoration Dream Team – Mitigation Technician
Reports To: Field Mitigation Supervisor
Location: Ottawa, ON
Make a Real Difference
As a Mitigation Technician, you’ll be on the front lines of emergency response, helping homeowners and businesses recover from water, fire, mold, and other property damage.
At Paul Davis Ottawa & Lanark, we don’t just restore buildings, we help people recover from difficult situations. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy hands-on work, and want opportunities to grow your career, we want to hear from you.
Why Paul Davis?
- Meaningful Work: Help people and businesses recover after property damage.
- Career Growth: Paid training, certifications, and opportunities to advance into Crew Chief.
- Team Culture: Join a supportive team where your contributions matter.
- Competitive Compensation: Competitive pay, overtime, on-call bonuses, health and dental benefits, and a referral program.
Responsibilities
- Assess the class, category, and source of water damage.
- Set up and monitor drying equipment according to IICRC standards.
- Take moisture readings, create moisture maps, and maintain accurate documentation.
- Determine when affected areas have reached appropriate drying goals.
- Build containment and establish negative pressure when required.
- Recognize potential asbestos and mold hazards and follow appropriate safety protocols.
- Use and maintain hand tools, power tools, and restoration equipment.
- Follow all health and safety procedures, including proper PPE.
- Communicate professionally with customers, team members, contractors, and vendors.
- Participate in the on-call rotation as required.
- Work safely in confined spaces, climb ladders, and lift up to 75 lbs.
- Represent Paul Davis with professionalism, honesty, and integrity.
What We’re Looking For
- 1+ year of restoration/mitigation experience preferred.
- IICRC certifications such as WRT, FSRT, ASD, AMRT, or Asbestos Worker certification are assets. Candidates must be willing to obtain required certifications.
- Strong work ethic and ability to adapt in fast-paced and unpredictable environments.
- Good organizational, communication, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to follow written and verbal instructions and meet deadlines.
- Ability to safely perform physically demanding work.
- Flexible availability, including participation in on-call rotations.
- Valid Ontario G Driver’s Licence with a clean driving record.
- Ability to pass a police background check.
Mitigation Technicians are expected to hold or work toward 2–4 industry certifications as part of their career development.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive pay, overtime, and on-call bonuses
- Comprehensive health and dental benefits
- Paid certifications and industry training
- Career pathway to Crew Chief and leadership positions
- Employee referral program
- Supportive and team-focused work environment
About Paul Davis Ottawa & Lanark
Paul Davis is an industry leader in property damage restoration. Our Ottawa & Lanark team is committed to exceptional customer service, continuous improvement, teamwork, and developing our people.
If you’re looking for a hands-on career where your work matters and there is room to grow, we’d like to hear from you.