Water Restoration Technician / General Labor

Location: Fairfax, Virginia
Full-Time | $42,000 – $65,000+ Annual Compensation

Overview

Barex 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 Do

As 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 equipment
  
  
• Removing damaged materials such as flooring, drywall, and cabinetry
  
  
• Setting and monitoring air movers and dehumidifiers
  
  
• Performing demolition as required by scope
  
  
• Following IICRC standards and Barex mitigation protocols
  
  
• Documenting jobs using EnCircle (photos, moisture readings, notes)
  
  
• Maintaining clean, organized trucks and job sites
  
  
• Supporting lead technicians and project managers
  
  

This 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.

Requirements

• Must possess a valid driver’s license with clean driving record
  
  
• Must be at least 21 years old if operating company vehicles under DOT regulations
  
  
• Must be medically cleared to wear a respirator and complete fit testing
  
  
• Ability to lift 50 lbs regularly and up to 100 lbs with assistance
  
  
• Comfortable working in crawl spaces, attics, and confined areas
  
  
• Ability to work overtime and participate in on-call rotation
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• IICRC Water Damage Restoration Technician (WRT) Certification preferred
  
  
• Experience in construction or demolition
  
  
• Experience working with drying equipment
  
  
• Familiarity with EnCircle or similar documentation software
  
  
• Spanish-speaking is a plus
  
  

Compensation

Estimated Annual Earnings: $42,000 – $65,000+

Includes:

• Competitive hourly pay
  
  
• Overtime pay
  
  
• On-call / emergency response pay
  
  
• Performance incentives
  
  

Compensation increases with certifications, leadership progression, and performance.

Benefits

Barex invests in long-term team members and career growth. Benefits may include:

• Paid training
  
  
• Paid time off
  
  
• Medical insurance options
  
  
• Dental insurance
  
  
• Vision insurance
  
  
• Life insurance
  
  
• 401(k) with company participation
  
  
• Tuition reimbursement
  
  
• Career advancement opportunities into Lead Technician, Estimator, or Project Manager roles
  
  

Military 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 Employer

Barex 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.