Mitigation Crew Lead

Paul Davis Restoration•Brooklyn, NY

16h•Onsite

About The Position

The Mitigation Crew Lead leads emergency water, fire, mold, and other mitigation work from initial response through stabilization. This hands-on, field-based role is in charge of the mitigation truck and job site, with accountability for work quality, safety, equipment, organization, and documentation. It may be an entry point for an experienced professional seeking to progress into a project manager role. The role requires setting up and adjusting drying strategies in accordance with IICRC standards, documenting moisture readings and job activities, directing and training technicians, and communicating with customers and internal teams. The Crew Lead must maintain accurate records of labor, equipment, materials, and site conditions using mobile documentation platforms. After-hours, weekend, and emergency response availability is required. Weekly hours vary with workload and emergency response needs, and overtime is paid in accordance with New York law. Paul Davis describes itself as a restoration and reconstruction company serving residential, institutional, and commercial customers across the United States and Canada. The company emphasizes customer service, leadership, continuous improvement, and opportunities for growth and training.

Requirements

At least 2 years of mitigation or restoration field experience.
IICRC WRT certification.
Experience leading job sites or supervising technicians.
Strong understanding of drying principles, mitigation equipment, and job-site safety.
Valid driver’s license with a clean driving record.
Ability to lift 75 pounds frequently and up to 100 pounds with assistance.
Comfort using smartphones, tablets, and mobile job documentation tools.
Fluent in English.
Availability for on-call and after-hours response.

Nice To Haves

Additional IICRC certifications, such as ASD, AMRT, FSRT, or MRS.
Experience training or mentoring technicians.
OSHA 10/30, RRP, or other relevant safety certifications.
Bilingual communication skills; the posting notes that the owner speaks Spanish and bilingual communication is part of customer service.

Responsibilities

Lead water, fire, mold, and emergency mitigation work from arrival through stabilization.
Take ownership of the mitigation truck, equipment condition, and job-site organization.
Set up, monitor, and adjust drying strategies in accordance with IICRC standards.
Perform and document moisture mapping, readings, and daily job activities.
Document labor, equipment usage, materials, and site conditions using mobile platforms such as MICA, Mitigate, RMS, or similar systems.
Direct and train mitigation technicians and laborers on site.
Communicate professionally with homeowners, property managers, and internal operations teams.
Ensure compliance with safety, PPE, OSHA, EPA, and company standards.
Participate in after-hours, weekend, and emergency response as required.
Maintain high documentation standards and lead by example.

Benefits

Performance-based bonus opportunities.
Competitive hourly pay of $24–$32, based on experience, certifications, and demonstrated performance.
Weekly pay.
Overtime paid in accordance with New York law.
Free food and snacks.
Free uniforms.
Opportunity for advancement, including a path toward a project manager role.
Paid time off, including sick leave in accordance with NYC law.
Training and development.
Leadership development and cross-training opportunities.
Paid training and certification support.
Referral program.
Cell phone stipend.
Great culture and team dynamic.