Crew Chief

Lead Mitigation Crew Chief The Lead Mitigation Crew Chief oversees and performs water, fire, mold, and other property damage restoration projects. This position leads a field crew in performing mitigation services according to IICRC standards, company policies, and insurance requirements. The Crew Chief ensures that projects are completed safely, efficiently, and to the highest quality standards while maintaining excellent communication with customers, team members, and management. Key Responsibilities Leadership and Operations: Supervise, train, and motivate technicians on-site during mitigation jobs. Assign daily tasks, monitor performance, and ensure adherence to safety and quality standards. Ensure all crew members follow IICRC standards and company protocols. Lead by example in professionalism, work ethic, and customer service. Project Management: Evaluate and scope property damage (water, fire, mold, etc.) and determine appropriate mitigation methods. Manage project timelines, documentation, and workflow from start to completion. Utilize company software (e.g., Encircle, DASH, PuroLogic, etc.) for job tracking and documentation. Coordinate equipment setup, monitoring, and removal, ensuring optimal drying conditions and accurate readings. Complete moisture mapping, psychrometric calculations, and drying logs. Customer Relations: Communicate clearly and professionally with homeowners, property managers, and insurance representatives. Explain the mitigation process and set proper expectations with customers. Maintain customer satisfaction through transparency, empathy, and professionalism. Compliance & Safety: Ensure job sites meet all safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements. Maintain vehicles, tools, and equipment in proper working order. Adhere to OSHA, EPA, and IICRC safety and quality guidelines. Qualifications: Education & Experience: High school diploma or equivalent required. Minimum 23 years of experience in property damage restoration (water/fire/mold). Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred. IICRC WRT (Water Restoration Technician) certification required. Additional IICRC certifications (ASD, AMRT, FSRT, OCT) preferred. Skills & Abilities: Strong leadership and communication skills. Ability to read moisture maps, perform psychrometric calculations, and interpret drying data. Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving skills. Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills. Proficient with mobile technology and restoration job management software. Ability to lift 50+ pounds and work in physically demanding environments (crawl spaces, attics, etc.). Compensation: $21.00 - $25.00 per hour We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We Build Careers - Steve White, President and COO With over 300 locations across North America and Canada, PuroClean is leading the industry in emergency property restoration services, by helping families and businesses overcome the devastating setbacks caused by water, fire, mold, biohazard, and other conditions resulting in property damage. We operate with a 'servant-based leadership' mindset and seek to create an environment where our team members can grow both professionally and spiritually through serving our customers, communities, and each other. Culture is very important to us. We want to make sure that we are the right fit for YOU Apply today and join our Winning TEAM. We are One Team, All In, Following The PuroClean Way in the spirit of Servant Leadership This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to PuroClean Corporate.