Water Restoration Technician General Labor

Location: Fairfax, Virginia Full-Time | $42,000 – $65,000+ Annual CompensationOverviewBarex Restoration Group – DMV is hiring Water Restoration Technicians to join our growing mitigation team in Northern Virginia.Barex specializes in water, mold, fire, and reconstruction services for residential, commercial, and property management clients. We are building a high-performance restoration operation focused on documentation, execution, and leadership development.This is a hands-on field position with strong growth potential inside a rapidly expanding restoration company.After paid training and performance ramp-up, technicians can expect to earn between $42,000 and $65,000+ annually based on experience, overtime, and performance incentives.Immediate full-time openings available.What You’ll DoAs a Water Restoration Technician, you will work as part of a mitigation team responding to water losses and property damage events.Responsibilities include:Operating water extraction and drying equipmentRemoving damaged materials such as flooring, drywall, and cabinetrySetting and monitoring air movers and dehumidifiersPerforming demolition as required by scopeFollowing IICRC standards and Barex mitigation protocolsDocumenting jobs using EnCircle (photos, moisture readings, notes)Maintaining clean, organized trucks and job sitesSupporting lead technicians and project managersThis role is well-suited for individuals with backgrounds in construction, carpet cleaning, moving, pest control, landscaping, or general labor.No prior restoration experience required for entry-level candidates. Paid training provided.RequirementsMust possess a valid driver’s license with clean driving recordMust be at least 21 years old if operating company vehicles under DOT regulationsMust be medically cleared to wear a respirator and complete fit testingAbility to lift 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs with assistanceComfortable working in crawl spaces, attics, and confined areasAbility to work overtime and participate in on-call rotationPreferred QualificationsIICRC Water Damage Restoration Technician (WRT) Certification preferredExperience in construction or demolitionExperience working with drying equipmentFamiliarity with EnCircle or similar documentation softwareSpanish-speaking is a plusCompensationEstimated Annual Earnings: $42,000 – $65,000+Includes:Competitive hourly payOvertime payOn-call / emergency response payPerformance incentivesCompensation increases with certifications, leadership progression, and performance.BenefitsBarex invests in long-term team members and career growth. Benefits may include:Paid trainingPaid time offMedical insurance optionsDental insuranceVision insuranceLife insurance401(k) with company participationTuition reimbursementCareer advancement opportunities into Lead Technician, Estimator, or Project Manager rolesMilitary veterans and individuals transitioning into civilian careers are encouraged to apply. Structured environments and disciplined work habits align well with our operational standards.Equal Opportunity EmployerBarex Restoration Group – DMV is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

Created: 2026-03-10