Disaster Recovery Workers Needed in Florida $25-$35/hr+ Per Diem

Posted on their careers site:

Wages up to $35/hr. Per Diem may be available.

LEMOINE is seeking skilled Restoration Technicians to join our team in response to Hurricane Milton. As a Restoration Technician, you will play a crucial role in restoring homes and businesses affected by water, fire, and storm damage in the Tampa, Florida area and surrounding regions. Your hands-on work will be essential to mitigating further damage and returning properties to a safe, livable condition. This is a seasonal position, offering a unique opportunity to help communities recover from the aftermath of a major natural disaster.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform water extraction, structural drying, and moisture control using specialized equipment like air movers, dehumidifiers, and moisture meters.
• Carry out debris removal, demolition, and cleaning tasks to restore properties impacted by water and storm damage.
• Assist with mold remediation by removing affected materials, setting up containment areas, and performing cleaning and sanitization as needed.
• Clean and restore fire-damaged properties, including odor removal and surface cleaning.
• Operate and maintain equipment, ensuring proper functionality and adherence to safety protocols.
• Perform daily monitoring and documentation of restoration activities, including moisture readings, drying progress, and site conditions.
• Coordinate with supervisors and project managers to ensure timely completion of tasks in alignment with project schedules.
• Handle contents pack-outs, wrapping, and inventory control of personal and business belongings.
• Assist in setting up containment zones for mold remediation and fire restoration projects.
• Follow company safety standards and OSHA guidelines to protect yourself, your team, and property occupants.
• Communicate effectively with team members, subcontractors, and clients to provide updates on job progress.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 1+ years of experience in water damage restoration, fire damage restoration, mold remediation, or a similar role.
• Preferred certifications: IICRC WRT (Water Damage Restoration Technician), ASD (Applied Structural Drying Technician), FSRT (Fire and Smoke Restoration Technician), OCT (Odor Control Technician).
• Experience using restoration equipment, including moisture meters, dehumidifiers, air movers, and negative air machines.
• Basic knowledge of construction, demolition, and building materials.
• Strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Physically able to lift and carry heavy equipment, work in confined spaces, and stand for long periods.
• Must be available for flexible working hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays, as disaster recovery projects require.
• Ability to travel to other disaster-impacted regions as necessary.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to work in hazardous conditions, including mold, mildew, and structural damage.
• Must be able to lift and carry equipment weighing up to 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand, kneel, and bend for extended periods while performing restoration tasks.