Crew Chief Mitigation | Metro NY/NJ

Mitigation Crew Chief

Be the one who shows up when it matters most

We're hiring a Mitigation Crew Chiefan experienced restoration professional who can lead field operations, maintain accurate documentation, and deliver high-quality work on every job. This role serves as the bridge between Technician and Project Manager, with a clear path to Associate Project Manager for top performers. You'll help keep projects on track through safe work practices, strong communication, and complete job documentation.

The Role What You'll Actually Do

• Lead mitigation crews and execute projects safely and efficiently.
• Manage company vehicles, equipment, and jobsite setup/tear-down.
• Perform moisture mapping, equipment calculations, and daily monitoring.
• Maintain complete job documentation, including photos, logs, and work authorizations.
• Use mobile apps, DocuSketch, and other documentation platforms.
• Partner with Project Managers and estimators to support billing, claims compliance, and project progress.
• Communicate professionally with customers, adjusters, and building staff.
• Assist with inspections, emergency response, and on-call rotation.

Who We're Looking For

• 5+ years of restoration/mitigation experience in residential and commercial settings.
• At least one IICRC certification required (WRT preferred).
• Proven leadership experience and ability to maintain high standards.
• Strong understanding of safety, containment, and documentation best practices.
• Comfortable with technology, organized, and dependable.
• Valid driver's license required.

Preferred Experience

• DocuSketch proficiency.
• Experience with TPAs (Contractor Connection, etc.).
• Knowledge of psychrometrics.
• Large-loss or complex commercial restoration experience.

Compensation & Benefits

• Hourly pay range: $22-$30/hr (based on experience and certifications)
• Overtime opportunities, weekly pay, benefits eligibility, including PTO, 401(k) with match, medical reimbursement, and training/development support.

Next Steps

Apply today. If you're ready to lead in the field and build a path toward project management, we'd like to meet you.

What Drives Us at Paul Davis: Our Core Values

• Deliver What You Promise Integrity is non-negotiable.
• Respect the Individual Every person, every time.
• Take Pride in Your Work Own the outcome.
• Always Improve Strive to be better every day.

Our Vision

To provide extraordinary care while serving people in their greatest time of need.

Our Mission

To create opportunities for great people to deliver best-in-class resultsand build lasting careers while doing it.

Paul Davis Restoration of Metro NY/NJ is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and Veteran-Friendly Workplace.

Compensation: $22.00 - $30.00 per hour

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.