Reconstruction Technician

Description

Position Summary/Basic Function

The Reconstruction Technician is responsible for assessing damaged properties to see what can be saved, cleaning damaged properties, removing, and replacing damaged materials, and sanitizing the restored sites. To be successful as a restoration technician, the employee must be physically capable, have a keen understanding of safety gear, and be able to follow instructions. Additionally, the Reconstruction Technician will be assisting with the firm's mitigation staff when required.

Key Responsibilities

• Assessing damaged properties to see what can be saved.
• Cleaning and storing damaged properties until they can be returned to the home.
• Removing and replacing damaged materials, such as wallboards, lumbar, and carpets.
• Handling any issues caused by water damage, including drying out the area and removing mold.
• Sanitizing structural features that can be saved.
• Operate vehicle in a safely manner and use field automation systems.
• Cooperate with team and share information across the organization.
• Answering complaints, explaining job specifications and invoices, and performing other customer service duties.
• Follow all company’s filed procedures and protocols.
• Adhering to personal safety standards by wearing the appropriate protective gear and using the right equipment.
• Skilled in the areas of; Mold Remediation, Demolition, Debris Removal, Fire and Smoke Cleaning, Sewage Remediation, General Repairs and Cleaning
• Keep trucks/warehouse clean and organized.
• Will assist with quality control plans and perform inspections to ensure that it complies with plans, specifications, and health and safety guidelines.
• Will communicate on task status and support internal project communication.
• Interpreting construction drawings and specifications on construction projects.
• Determine if encountered field conditions require a change to the construction contract.
• Perform a wide variety of materials testing, including concrete, aggregates, and density testing both in the field and lab settings.
• Track and record as-built information for incorporation into project record drawings
• Communicate with the project team throughout the process.
  
  

Competency/Attributes

• Is flexible, maintains effectiveness by adjusting behavior, work routines, and habits to meet a goal and/or changing circumstances. Is seen as balanced despite the conflicting demands of the situation.
• Quickly learns and applies new information, skills, and processes to new and unfamiliar situations and tasks. Builds upon current knowledge and skills; quickly grasps the essence and underlying structure of situations and will exhaust all possibilities to find solutions.
• Maintains high personal standards and expectations and expects others to maintain a similar commitment. Knows own strengths and how to employ them. Knows own weaknesses and limits; works to neutralize or compensate for some and to improve others. Is personally committed and actively works to continuously improve him/herself.
• Is self-starting. Does not wait for signals. Seizes opportunities when they arise. Takes action beyond what is required. Completes assignments independently without constant supervision. Volunteers to take on new assignments. Contributes to others’ initiatives without being asked.
• Will stand up and be counted; accepts personal responsibility; is counted on when times are tough. Willing to state an opinion or take charge of a situation despite potential opposition. Takes the lead and champions an idea or position. Does not attempt to inappropriately divert blame toward others or toward the circumstances.
• Uses his/her time effectively and efficiently; sets priorities; values time, separates the critical few from the trivial many and concentrates his/her efforts accordingly. Avoids wasting other's time. Achieves goals and meets commitments.
• Good at figuring out the processes necessary to get things done; knows how to organize people and activities; understands how to separate and combine tasks into efficient work flow; knows what to measure and how to measure it; sees opportunities for synergy and integration where others can't; simplifies complex processes; gets more out of fewer resources.
• Is dedicated to providing the highest quality products and services which meet the needs and requirements of internal and external customers; is committed to continuous improvement through empowerment and management by data; is open to suggestions and experimentation; creates a learning environment leading to the most efficient and effective work processes.
• Is counted on to meet or exceed goals; consistent top performer; bottom-line oriented and pushes self and others to achieve results.
• Possesses and effectively applies the technical/professional/ functional knowledge and skills (including specific knowledge requirements and computer skills) required to do the job at a higher level of accomplishment. Stays up-to-date on current practices and trends in his/her area of expertise. Applies specialized knowledge to organizational problems in a manner consistent with prevailing best practices and standards.
  
  

The successful candidates will receive a competitive compensation package that includes: health, dental, and vision insurance, company-sponsored 401K retirement plan, holidays, and paid time off (PTO). Watterson is an E-verify and Equal Opportunity Employer. Watterson conducts background checks as part of our hiring practices.

Requirements

Experience/Education

• Extensive professional experience in leadership roles within the industry.
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Detailed knowledge of relevant regulations and laws