Restoration Technician

Job Summary

First General Services Calgary is a well-established restoration company specializing in water, fire, mold, asbestos, and biohazard remediation. We proudly serve Calgary and surrounding areas, providing high-quality restoration and environmental cleanup services to both residential and commercial clients.

We’re looking for reliable, hardworking Restoration Technicians to join our growing team. The ideal candidate is safety-focused, eager to learn, and comfortable working in fast-paced, hands-on environments. You’ll handle everything from water and fire damage to hazardous material removal and biohazard cleanup, while being cross-trained across multiple departments for career versatility.

We offer competitive hourly wages with hazard pay, extended health benefits, RRSP options, and paid certification training. This is a full-time, permanent position with a rotating on-call schedule for after-hours emergencies. Join a company that values teamwork, safety, and professional growth — apply today and start building your restoration career with First General Services Calgary.

What We Offer

• Competitive hourly wage plus hazard pay
• Extended health benefits package and RRSP options
• Paid training and certifications (Asbestos, WRT, TCST, and more)
• Career advancement opportunities in restoration and environmental services
• Stable, full-time, year-round employment
• Supportive, team-oriented environment focused on safety and growth

Key Responsibilities

• Perform restoration and remediation work related to water, fire, mold, asbestos, and biohazard damages
• Ensure all job sites meet safety and environmental standards, following company procedures and legal requirements
• Identify, contain, and safely remove hazardous materials (asbestos, mold, biohazards)
• Handle biohazard materials with care and discretion according to safety protocols
• Assist in emergency response situations, including floods, fires, and trauma or crime scenes
• Participate in a rotating on-call schedule for after-hours emergencies (evenings, weekends, and holidays as required)
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of job sites, vehicles, and tools
• Communicate effectively with team members, supervisors, and clients

Requirements

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety procedures
• Ability to follow detailed scopes of work and documentation requirements
• Physically fit – able to lift heavy materials and work in confined spaces
• Clean-shaven face (if applicable) for respirator fit testing
• Valid driver’s license and clean criminal record (background check required)
• Reliable, punctual, and able to work both independently and as part of a team
• Willingness to participate in a rotating on-call shift for emergency response work

Preferred Assets (Training Provided for the Right Candidate)

• Type 2 Asbestos Abatement Operations Ticket
• WRT (Water Remediation Technician) Certification
• TCST (Trauma & Crime Scene Technician) Certification
• Previous experience in restoration, construction, or environmental remediation

Position Details

• Job Type: Full-time, Permanent
• Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8-hour shifts; overtime, weekends, and on-call rotation as required
• Compensation: Competitive hourly wage with hazard pay
• Benefits: Extended health care, RRSP options, paid training and certifications
• Location: Calgary, AB (must be able to reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work)

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Flexible schedule
• Vision care

Work Location: In person