Restoration technicians are the first responders on-site. They execute emergency cleanup, mitigation, and demolition to stabilize properties and prevent secondary damage (like mold growth).

Key Responsibilities:

• Emergency Response: Perform water extraction, sewage cleanup, fire and soot removal, and storm board-ups.
• Equipment Setup: Deploy and monitor air movers, industrial dehumidifiers, and air scrubbers.
• Demo & Prep: Remove wet or unsalvageable materials (such as drywall, insulation, or flooring) and prep job sites.
• Testing & Tracking: Take daily moisture and humidity readings using specialized meters.
• Inventory & Maintenance: Load and organize company vehicles and keep equipment clean and functional.
• Abatement: Asbestos abatement and removal.

Qualifications:

• Education: Secondary (high) school graduation certificate or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 2 years of relevant work experience related to the duties of this position.
• Knowledge of mitigation techniques to prevent further property damage and support effective recovery.
• Ability to identify and manage environmental concerns on job sites.
• Area of specialization: Asbestos abatement and removal.
• Strong communication skills for coordinating with team members, supervisors, and clients.
• Attention to detail, ability to follow safety protocols, and willingness to work in varied conditions (e.g., wet, dusty, confined spaces).
• Basic mechanical aptitude and comfort using restoration tools and equipment.
• Valid driver's licence required. Vehicle supplied by employer
• Previous experience in restoration, construction, or a related field is an asset; relevant training or certifications in restoration or safety (e.g., WHMIS, first aid)

Certificates and Training:

• Confined Space Entry Training
• Workplace Hazardous Materials Information System (WHMIS) Certificate
• Working at Heights Training
• Institute of Inspection, Cleaning and Restoration Certification (IICRC)

Employment Details

• Employment type: Permanent, full-time
• Hours: 40 hours per week
• Vacancies: 1
• Start date: As soon as possible
• Work locations may vary. Frequent or constant travel is required.
• Working schedule: Early morning, morning, day, evening, night, shift work, flexible hours, on-call, weekends. Overtime available.
• Additional financial benefit (in addition to the benefits listed above): Bonus
• Business Address: 250 City Centre Avenue, Unit 238, Ottawa, ON K1R 6K7
• Contact Email: dan@hmrs.ca

Job Responsibilities

• Load, unload and transport construction materials.
• Perform pre-operational inspection.
• Assist in demolishing buildings.
• Clean and pile salvaged materials.
• Perform routine maintenance work.
• Clean up chemical spills and other contaminants.
• Remove rubble and other debris at construction sites.
• Tend or feed machines or equipment used in construction.
• Perform on-site servicing and repair.

Work environment:

• Outdoors, at heights, underground, confined spaces
• Noisy, dangerous, dusty, cold/refrigerated and hot environments

Physical requirements:

• Physically demanding
• Handling heavy loads
• Weight handling: Up to 45 kg (100 lbs)
• Fast-paced environment
• Work under pressure
• Tight deadlines

Security requirements:

• Criminal record check
• Driving record check (abstract)

Pay: $37.50 per hour

Expected hours: No less than 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Mileage reimbursement
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Vision care

Application question(s):

• Do you have at least 2 years of relevant work experience?

Experience:

• Relating work Experience: 2 years (required)

Language:

• English (required)

Licence/Certification:

• drivers licence (required)

Work Location: On the road