Contents Technician

Job Description

Job Description

Contents Technician
Blue Island, IL 60406



 
OVERVIEW:

• The position of Contents Technician is to perform contents pack out, contents cleaning, pack back of contents and structural cleaning. This is an AT WILL position

 
SUPERVISION:

• Receives general direction from the Contents Supervisor, and/or Project Manager

 
EXAMPLES OF ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Schedule, clean, pack and document all projects
• Pack, move, clean and inventory physically damaged personal property from water or fire incidents
• Decontaminate a wide variety of items and areas on a project
• Working with customers, vendors, subcontractors, and insurance agents
• Prevent and protect SDKI against liability and loss relating to Care Control and Custody of a customer's personal property
• Detailed cleaning and some structure demolition
• Promote a safe work environment, using safety precautions and procedures for all functions of the position and the project
• Communicate a positive image of the company to co-workers and customers
• Apply all safety rules and regulations and prevent work hazards
• Other duties as assigned

Ability to:

• Work in adverse conditions for extended periods of time
• Work on call and in all emergency situations as needed
• Demonstrate strong verbal and written communication skills including read and write the English language
• Produce work in a timely, budgeted, scheduled and profitable manner for the Company
• Apply safety procedures and principles on a daily basis and protect yourself and others from injury

Knowledge of:

• Restoration industry as it relates to property damage restoration
• Cooperate and respect for others. Working in a close office environment and working with others to respect ideas and opinions
• Developing and presenting creative solutions
• Laws, rules and regulations that govern the areas of your job, the restoration industry including but not limited to your scope of work
• Industry knowledge and the ability to seek knowledge if new to the industry
• The Company ethics, image and goals and how they shall be reflected in the day-to-day job duties of you and your staff
• All policies and procedures of the Company, ability to apply and understand
• OSHA safety regulations of the industry and provide an active role in monitoring the safety of yourself and other team members

 
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• High school diploma or equivalent. Some experience working in contents work or structural cleaning is preferred but not required

 
LICENSE AND SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Valid State driver's license
• Ability to pass a background screening check

 
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Must possess mobility to work in an outdoor setting and drive and operate motor vehicles, mechanical equipment and machinery. This would require finger dexterity to access switches, tools, industry equipment and safety equipment. Vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the phone. Employees will be working around cleaning supplies, deodorization, and other products with chemical base. Required to climb ladders and work in high places. Ability to stand, walk, squat, climb, crouch, crawl, bend, stoop, kneel, reach, push, pull equipment and retrieve items and exert a moderate amount of physical effort to perform such duties. Employees must possess the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials and objects up to 75 lbs. and occasionally 100 lbs., to perform the functions of the job. Must be capable to work fire, smoke and/or water damage environments that have potential for mold or mildew.

 
WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Working outdoors in various temperature conditions and some direct exposure to hazardous substances. Workers may be subject to uncomfortable working conditions including exposure to extreme heat or cold, dust, noise, unusual heights, confined spaces, electrical currents and construction hazards. Due to the nature of the work, often the job sites will be dirty, possibly cold or wet and sometimes unsanitary. Employees will be required to wear protective gear as necessary and most working hours. The work is sometimes strenuous. Employees must be able to follow safety precautions because working in damaged building leaves them vulnerable, particularly following earthquakes, for example. Disaster areas often lack resources and comfortable areas to rest. Employees may interact with upset staff and/or customers.

 
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER/AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT COMPLIANT/DRUG FREE WORKPLACE



 
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