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Mitigation Lead Tech

2/5/2026

The Mitigation Lead Tech leads production on job sites, responding to emergency losses and performing various mitigation services. They are responsible for daily communication with the Project Manager and ensuring all work is documented and completed according to company standards.

Working Hours

40 hours/week

Company Size

51-200 employees

Language

English

Visa Sponsorship

No

About The Company
Paul Davis Restoration of Greater Houston, TX is part of a national franchise organization that provides services to repair and clean up damage to residential, institutional and commercial properties caused by fire, water, mold, storm or other disasters. Founded in 1966, Paul Davis is a rapidly growing network of more than 300 independently owned and operated franchises.
About the Role

Description

  • Leads Production on job sites.
  • Perform as a technician as workflow dictates.
  • Respond to all activities of emergency services work related to assigned program work and tasks assigned by the Project Coordinator, Project Manager, and/or Mitigation Team Leader
  • Participates in on-call rotation

Requirements

Basic Requirements:

  • High School Diploma or equivalent
  • Ability to multi-task and prioritize
  • Mitigation Technician experience is preferred but not required
  • Restoration Documentation experience (Dry Logs, Scope sheets)
  • Capable of communicating and understanding the scope of work
  • Dependable transportation
  • Smartphone
  • Able to climb a ladder
  • Able to lift at least 75 pounds
  • Able to work in confined spaces
  • Able to work around various chemicals without any adverse reaction or sensitivity
  • Follows established safety practices, including the proper use of PPE when required
  • Basic technology experience (IE., Computers & Smartphone apps)
  • The desire to operate at a high level with accountability represents an ability to take more responsibility over time.


Evaluated On:

  • All work will be performed according to company policies and up to Paul Davis standards
  • All work will be performed in accordance with safety regulations to this work
  • Customers will be treated in a courteous and professional manner. All communication with customers will be informative and courteous
  • Employees will ALWAYS wear a company uniform in good repair when representing this company
  • Employees will behave in a professional and mature manner when representing this company (NO profanity, NO horseplay, etc.)
  • Company equipment and vehicles will be kept neat, clean and smoke free in working order at all times


Overall Duties Include:

  • Responds to and leads emergency losses.
  • Performs Emergency Water Extraction and Drying Services.
  • Leads Emergency Fire/Smoke Services (including deodorization, pack-outs, board-ups, and securing structure).
  • Leads Mold Remediation (including demolition and cleaning).
  • Performs any and all directives from the Project Manager
  • Daily communication with the Project Manager on the status of the project.
  • Performs daily documentation, including but not limited to photos, notes, scope sheets, and MICA.
  • Ability to start a new loss and relay relevant information to the project manager.
  • Performs on-call rotation.
  • Performs basic truck, equipment, and building maintenance.
  • Ability to provide direction to others
  • Transfer and act on direction from the Project Coordinator into physical production
  • Work side-by-side with other Mitigation Technicians to deliver a quality service on time
  • Communication with property managers/owners
  • Collect field-related documentation for emergency services, including work authorizations, COCs, and program documents
  • Manage good use of company supplies and minimize waste
  • Maintain company equipment to ensure longevity
  • Accountable to the project's success, including completion of the scope of work and job site cleanliness/ presentation


High Detail Job Accountabilities:

  • Document work is completed through photos, job update notes, and daily logs.
  • Drive the company vehicle in the safest and most respectful manner possible
  • Alert the Project Coordinator of any vehicle disturbances (Oil changes, check engine light, etc.)
  • Ability to communicate with insurance adjusters and program representatives as needed
  • Maintain the cleanliness of each vehicle used that day by the standards set by Paul Davis
  • Relay homeowner or property manager questions to Mitigation Project Managers and Project Coordinators to follow up with
  • Answer homeowner/ property manager questions as they arise
  • Disassemble and safely store all hardware from demolition in designated plastic bags for the reconstruction team
  • Holds self and others to completion of daily documentation
  • Disassemble and safely store all pieces of demolition that are deemed as salvageable
  • Complete special assignments as requested by the Supervisor
  • Participates in emergency services when an All-hands-on-deck scenario arises.
  • Participate in ongoing problem-solving and practice continuous improvement of the department and company as a whole.
  • Participate in Paul Davis social events, Goal Setting and Review, All Team Meetings, and as many other opportunities as possible to engage with the rest of the team.


Hours:

A typical shift for this position is 7:30am 5pm, Monday Friday.

However, the Mitigation Technician must be able to contribute to the on-call rotation for weekdays and weekends.


IICRC Certifications for the Mitigation Technician:

  • The Mitigation Technician will have the opportunity to obtain the following certifications:
  • Water Restoration Technician
  • Fire and Smoke Technician
  • Other Certifications will be made available as the Mitigation Technician takes on more responsibility.


Key Skills
Mitigation Technician ExperienceRestoration DocumentationCommunicationDependable TransportationLadder ClimbingHeavy LiftingConfined Space WorkChemical SafetySafety PracticesTechnology ExperienceAccountabilityEmergency ServicesWater ExtractionFire/Smoke ServicesMold RemediationDocumentation
Categories
TradesConstructionEnvironmental & SustainabilitySecurity & SafetyCustomer Service & Support
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