About the Role
ServiceMaster by GBS is seeking an experienced Restoration Crew Chief / Technician to join our family-owned, white-glove restoration company. We are looking for a leader who takes ownership, leads with confidence, and treats customer properties with care. We offer real advancement opportunities for individuals with the right attitude and work ethic.
Responsibilities
- Respond to service calls and manage jobs from first call to final walkthrough
- Set up and monitor structural drying, water extraction, fire/smoke cleanup, and mold remediation
- Supervise and train production technicians on-site
- Complete accurate job documentation — moisture readings, photos, and drying logs — using mobile software
- Communicate directly with customers, explaining the process and answering questions
- Interface with insurance adjusters as needed
- Identify and control safety hazards on every job site
- Maintain and protect company vehicles, equipment, and materials
- Keep vehicles, warehouse, and equipment clean and job-ready
Requirements
- Hands-on experience with water, fire, or mold restoration
- Ability to assess damage and take charge on job sites
- Experience leading crews and technicians with patience, clarity, and accountability
- Professional communication skills with customers, insurance adjusters, and team members
- Accurate job documentation
- Punctual and ready to work
- Commitment to doing the job right the first time
- Restoration, cleaning, or construction experience preferred
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Comfortable driving a company vehicle
- Ability to lift 50+ lbs
- Ability to work in tight spaces
- Ability to be on your feet for extended periods
- Willingness to participate in an on-call rotation
Skills
- Water restoration
- Fire restoration
- Mold remediation
- Structural drying
- Water extraction
- Fire/smoke cleanup
- Crew supervision
- Customer communication
- Insurance adjuster interface
- Safety hazard identification
- Equipment maintenance
- Mobile software documentation
- Written communication
- Verbal communication
Location
- Long Island
- Greater New York City metro area
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- Experienced
Education Level
- IICRC certifications a plus — WRT, ASD, FSRT, OCT and others
Salary/Compensations
- $23–$35 per hour
Benefits
- Bonus based on performance
- Company car
- Competitive salary
- Free uniforms
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- 401(k) matching
- Company parties
- Paid training and opportunities to earn additional certifications
About the Company
- ServiceMaster by GBS is a family-owned, white-glove restoration company proudly serving homes and businesses across Long Island and the greater New York City metro area.
- We don't do average work, and we don't hire average people.
- We're a family-owned company, and we run it that way — we know our people, and we invest in them.
- Bring the right attitude and put in the work, and we'll make sure you grow with us.
- This isn't just a job. It's a chance to build a career with a company that notices effort and rewards it.
