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Restoration Technician / Cleanup Technician
$17 / hour
Posted 10/02/2026
Job ID:
153004
Job Description
Restoration Technician / Cleanup Technician
Location: Carthage, MO
Job Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Flexible Availability Required | Some Evenings, Weekends & On-Call Work
Job Order #: 153004
Position Overview
Stand-By Personnel is seeking a dependable and detail-oriented Restoration Technician / Cleanup Technician for an opportunity in Carthage. This position helps residential and commercial customers recover from water, fire, smoke, mold, and other property-damage events.
This is a hands-on position performed primarily at customer locations. Technicians will assist with water-damage restoration, drying-equipment setup, demolition, cleaning and sanitizing, fire and smoke cleanup, and general property-restoration activities.
Previous construction, restoration, or professional cleaning experience is preferred but not required. Training can be provided for dependable candidates who are comfortable with physically demanding work and interested in developing specialized restoration skills.
Required Experience & Skills
• Valid driver's license required
• Good driving record required
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Ability to pass applicable background and drug screening requirements
• Ability to perform physically demanding restoration work
• Comfortable working at residential and commercial customer locations
• Ability to follow written and verbal instructions
• Strong attention to detail
• Good communication and customer service skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Reliable attendance and punctuality
• Flexibility to work some evenings and weekends
• Willingness to participate in on-call assignments as needed
• Comfortable working in attics, crawl spaces, and varying weather conditions
Essential Duties & Responsibilities
• Respond to water, fire, smoke, mold, and other property-damage service calls
• Travel to residential and commercial customer locations
• Assist with water-damage restoration
• Set up drying equipment and dehumidifiers
• Monitor equipment throughout the drying process
• Remove drying equipment when work is complete
• Perform demolition when required
• Remove wet drywall, flooring, insulation, and other damaged materials
• Clean and sanitize affected areas
• Clean customer contents and structural materials
• Assist with fire and smoke cleanup
• Perform soot removal and deodorization
• Follow established restoration and safety procedures
• Document work using photos, notes, and moisture readings
• Maintain tools and equipment in good working condition
• Keep company vehicles clean and organized
• Communicate professionally with customers and team members
• Support supervisors with additional restoration duties as assigned
Water Damage Restoration
Candidates may assist with:
• Setting up drying equipment
• Positioning dehumidifiers
• Monitoring moisture levels
• Recording moisture readings
• Removing water-damaged materials
• Cleaning and sanitizing affected areas
• Monitoring the drying process
• Removing equipment after restoration is complete
Demolition & Material Removal
Depending on the project, Technicians may remove:
• Wet drywall
• Damaged flooring
• Insulation
• Other affected building materials
Candidates should be comfortable performing hands-on demolition and cleanup while following established safety procedures.
Fire & Smoke Cleanup
Responsibilities may include:
• Cleaning fire-damaged areas
• Removing soot from affected surfaces
• Cleaning smoke residue
• Deodorizing affected spaces
• Cleaning structural materials
• Cleaning customer contents
• Preparing areas for additional restoration work
Mold & Sanitization
• Clean and sanitize affected areas
• Assist with removal of damaged materials
• Follow applicable safety and PPE requirements
• Maintain clean work areas
• Follow established restoration procedures and supervisor direction
Documentation Responsibilities
Technicians may document restoration projects through:
• Photographs
• Job notes
• Moisture readings
• Equipment information
• Work-completion records
Accurate documentation and attention to detail are important throughout each project.
Customer Service Responsibilities
Because work is performed at customer properties, candidates must be able to:
• Communicate professionally with homeowners and businesses
• Maintain a courteous and respectful demeanor
• Respect customer property and belongings
• Provide professional service during stressful property-damage situations
• Communicate concerns or questions to management
• Represent the company professionally at customer locations
Tools, Vehicles & Equipment
• Set up and remove restoration equipment
• Monitor drying equipment and dehumidifiers
• Maintain tools in good working condition
• Keep equipment organized
• Maintain clean company vehicles
• Report damaged or malfunctioning equipment promptly
Preferred Qualifications
• Restoration Technician experience
• Water-damage restoration experience
• Fire or smoke cleanup experience
• Mold-remediation experience
• Construction experience
• Demolition experience
• Professional cleaning experience
• General labor experience
• Customer service experience
• IICRC certification or related restoration training
IICRC certifications are a plus, but training can be provided.
Physical Requirements
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
• Frequent bending, kneeling, reaching, lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling
• Ability to perform physically demanding cleanup and demolition work
• Ability to carry tools, equipment, and materials
• Comfortable working in attics and crawl spaces
• Ability to work indoors and outdoors
• Comfortable working in varying temperatures and weather conditions
• Ability to safely wear required PPE
Schedule & Availability
Property-damage restoration may require work outside traditional business hours.
Candidates must be willing to:
• Work flexible hours as needed
• Work occasional evenings
• Work occasional weekends
• Participate in on-call assignments
• Respond to emergency restoration needs when scheduled
Work Environment
• Residential and commercial restoration environment
• Work performed primarily at customer properties
• Regular exposure to water-damaged, fire-damaged, smoke-affected, or otherwise impacted areas
• Physically active work involving cleaning, demolition, equipment setup, and material handling
• Work may occur in attics, crawl spaces, and varying weather conditions
• Strong emphasis on safety, professionalism, customer service, teamwork, and dependable attendance
Why You'll Want This Opportunity
• Previous restoration experience is preferred but not required
• Training can be provided
• Gain specialized water, fire, smoke, and mold restoration experience
• Work on a variety of residential and commercial projects
• Develop valuable demolition, drying, cleaning, and restoration skills
• IICRC-certified candidates are encouraged to apply
• Excellent opportunity for candidates with construction, cleaning, or general labor experience looking to enter the restoration industry
Ready to Apply?
Apply today for immediate consideration and reference Job Order #152515.
For more information, call 417-208-9462 or visit:
Stand-By Personnel – Joplin
1901 E. 32nd St., Suite 8
Joplin, MO 64804
About Carthage, MO
Discover exciting job opportunities in the vibrant area around Carthage, Missouri! Nestled in the picturesque landscapes of the Show-Me State, Carthage offers a perfect blend of small-town charm and big-city amenities. Known for its historic architecture, including the stunning Jasper County Courthouse, and thriving cultural scene with local art galleries and the Fair Acres Family YMCA, Carthage provides an enriching environment for professional growth. With access to the beautiful Kellogg Lake for outdoor adventures and the Carthage Golf Course for leisurely weekends, this region is a gem for both work and play. Embrace the charm of Carthage as you explore rewarding career opportunities in this enchanting location.
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