Mitigation Technician
Location: Paul Davis Restoration of Downriver Detroit
Reports To: Lead Technician / Project Manager
Type: Full-Time | Field-Based | On-Call Rotation Required
Purpose
Support the Paul Davis Downriver field team in executing water, fire, mold, and storm restoration jobs with professionalism, efficiency, and care. This is a boots-on-the-ground role where your work directly helps families and businesses recover after disaster strikes.
What You’ll Do
- Show up on time, in uniform, with a professional attitude—every shift
- Follow safety protocols and restoration procedures exactly as trained
- Set up drying and cleaning equipment under direction from the Lead Tech or Project Manager
- Assist with demolition, debris removal, and detailed cleaning tasks
- Take before/after photos and assist with job documentation using company apps (DASH, Docusketch, etc.)
- Monitor equipment and take accurate moisture readings
- Maintain, clean, and restock trucks and equipment daily
- Communicate clearly and respectfully with clients, teammates, and other trades on-site
- Participate in an on-call rotation for after-hours emergency response
What We’re Looking For
This is a hands-on position for someone who takes pride in their work and wants to learn a skilled trade. You don’t need to be an expert yet—but you do need to show up ready to work, ready to learn, and ready to help people.
- Reliable, punctual, and professional attitude
- Strong work ethic and willingness to learn
- Comfortable using smartphones/apps for documentation
- Ability to lift 75 lbs and work in physically demanding environments
- Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
- Ability to work nights/weekends or overtime when needed
- Experience in construction, restoration, or related trades is a plus
Why Join Paul Davis Downriver Detroit?
We’re a new, fast-growing franchise backed by one of the most trusted names in restoration. That means the resources of a national brand—with the grit and pride of a local Downriver team that actually cares.
If you like being part of a tight crew that shows up for each other and takes pride in doing the job right, you’ll fit in here.
We offer:
- Paid training and industry certifications (IICRC)
- Real advancement opportunities – grow into a Lead Tech or Supervisor role
- Leadership development and career growth through Paul Davis University
- Strong team culture with a clear mission and purpose
Our Values
- Deliver what you promise
- Respect the individual
- Have pride in what you do
- Practice continuous improvement
Our Vision & Mission
Vision: To provide extraordinary care while serving people in their time of need
Mission: To provide opportunities for great people to deliver best-in-class results
If you’re dependable, hardworking, and want a career where what you do actually matters—apply today.
We support and hire Veterans and are an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Since 1966, Paul Davis has been an industry leader in the areas of property damage mitigation, reconstruction and remodeling. With more than 370 offices in our franchise network, the company serves residential, institutional, and commercial customers and clients across the United States and Canada.
We have built our heritage one project at a time, establishing a reputation for performance, integrity and responsibility among customers and carriers alike. Whether property damage is caused by water, fire, smoke, storms or other disasters, we deliver on our promise to deliver excellence, expertise and a customer experience that is second to none. At Paul Davis, our passion for quality drives everything we do.
Our Vision:
To Provide Extraordinary Care While Serving People In Their Time Of Need.
Our Values:
Deliver What You Promise
Respect The Individual
Have Pride In What You Do
Practice Continuous Improvement
Our Mission:
To provide opportunities for great people to deliver Best in Class results