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Water Mitigation Apprentice

PuroClean


Job Location:

Bridgeport, WV - USA

Hourly Salary: USD 19 - 26
Posted: 24 September 2026 (3 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 22 December 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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A structured 12-month on-the-job apprenticeship (2000 field hours) that takes someone with no restoration background to a fully certified Water Mitigation Technician. You work alongside senior techs on live emergency water losses from day one earn IICRC certifications on the companys dime and advance through defined wage steps as you hit milestones.

This is a full time hourly position and starts at $19/hr. By the end of the first year you will be making $26 per hour.

Months 03: Ride-along and assist. Safety PPE equipment identification extraction setup under direct supervision. Pass WRT.
Months 36: Run setups on straightforward Category 1 and 2 losses with periodic check-in. Own daily monitoring routes. Accurate moisture logs without correction.
Months 69: Lead a small job start to finish including customer walkthrough and scope documentation. Take on-call rotation independently. Pass ASD.
Months 912: Handle Category 3 losses containment builds and mentor newer apprentices. Documentation clean enough to submit to carrier without rework.

Requirements

  • Valid drivers license and an insurable driving record
  • Able to pass background check and pre-employment drug screen
  • Able to lift and carry 5075 lbs repeatedly climb ladders work in crawlspaces attics and confined spaces and stand/kneel/bend for full shifts
  • Must be clean-shaven at the sealing surface when respirator use is required (OSHA tight-fitting respirator rule)
  • Comfortable working in wet hot cold and contaminated environments in full PPE
  • Smartphone-capable the job runs on photo and data documentation
  • Reliable transportation to the shop
  • No experience required. Construction plumbing HVAC landscaping kitchen or military background is a plus.
Compensation: $19.00 - $26.00 per hour



We Build Careers - Steve White President and COO

With over 500 locations across North America and Canada PuroClean is leading the industry in emergency property restoration services by helping families and businesses overcome the devastating setbacks caused by water fire mold biohazard and other conditions resulting in property damage. We operate with a servant-based leadership mindset and seek to create an environment where our team members can grow both professionally and spiritually through serving our customers communities and each other.

Culture is very important to us. We want to make sure that we are the right fit for YOU!

Apply today and join our Winning TEAM.

We are One Team All In Following The PuroClean Way in the spirit of Servant Leadership


This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchisee. All inquiries about employment at this franchisee should be made directly to the franchise location and not to PuroClean Corporate.


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PuroClean helps families and businesses overcome setbacks caused by water, fire, mold and other property damage. Find your local office here!

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