Grimebusters Ltd. | Edmonton, Alberta
Grimebusters Ltd. is looking for an experienced Lead Hand – Restoration to join our team. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who understands restoration, construction materials, jobsite safety, and the expectations involved in mould and asbestos-related work.
The ideal candidate is an experienced restoration professional who can lead a crew, make good decisions in the field, communicate with clients and Project Managers, and ensure work is completed safely, efficiently, and to company standards.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and work alongside restoration technicians on residential and commercial projects.
- Coordinate daily work activities and ensure crews understand the scope of work.
- Read and understand work scopes, estimates, drawings, and project instructions.
- Identify common construction materials and understand how they respond to water, mould, demolition, and restoration.
- Perform and oversee water mitigation, demolition, cleaning, contents handling, and restoration activities.
- Assist with mould remediation projects and ensure appropriate containment, PPE, engineering controls, and work procedures are followed.
- Assist with asbestos-related projects and understand asbestos hazards, controls, procedures, and when specialized workers or contractors are required.
- Ensure proper use of PPE, containment, negative air, air scrubbers, HEPA equipment, and other restoration equipment.
- Identify potential hazards and communicate concerns to the Project Manager.
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe jobsite.
- Train, coach, and support Restoration Technicians and newer team members.
- Ensure technicians are working efficiently and following company SOPs.
- Communicate job progress, issues, material requirements, and additional scope to the Project Manager.
- Maintain accurate daily documentation, photographs, time tracking, equipment records, and jobsite notes.
- Communicate professionally with homeowners, tenants, property managers, insurance representatives, and other contractors.
- Help coordinate trades and subcontractors when required.
- Perform quality-control checks before leaving the jobsite.
- Identify potential change orders or additional work and communicate them before proceeding whenever possible.
- Operate company vehicles and restoration equipment as required.
Required Experience & Qualifications
- 3+ years of hands-on restoration, construction, or related experience.
- Strong understanding of residential and commercial construction materials and building assemblies.
- Previous experience leading or supervising a restoration crew.
- Practical experience with water damage restoration and demolition.
- Experience with mould remediation and containment procedures.
- Experience working around asbestos-containing materials and understanding asbestos hazards and required controls.
- Strong understanding of jobsite safety and PPE requirements.
- Ability to identify hazards and stop work when conditions are unsafe.
- Valid Class 5 driver's licence with a clean or acceptable driving record.
- Physically capable of performing restoration work, including lifting, carrying, bending, kneeling, climbing, and working in challenging environments.
- Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently while also leading a team.
- Professional appearance and attitude.
Assets
- Previous Lead Hand, Crew Lead, Foreman, or Supervisor experience.
- IICRC certifications or training.
- Asbestos awareness/worker training applicable to the work being performed.
- Mould remediation training.
- WHMIS 2015.
- First Aid/CPR.
- Fall Protection.
- Confined Space training.
- Experience with Encircle, CompanyCam, Jobber, or other restoration documentation systems.
- Experience working with insurance restoration projects and Xactimate.
What We're Looking For
We are looking for someone who can lead by example. You should be comfortable getting your hands dirty, but also capable of directing a crew and recognizing when a situation requires additional expertise or approval.
The successful candidate will be:
- Reliable – Shows up prepared and follows through.
- Safety-focused – Safety is non-negotiable.
- Knowledgeable – Understands construction, restoration, mould, and asbestos-related hazards.
- A Leader – Can direct, coach, and hold a crew accountable.
- Professional – Represents Grimebusters Ltd. positively on every jobsite.
- Detail-oriented – Takes pride in documentation and quality workmanship.
- Solution-focused – Can assess problems and communicate practical solutions.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive hourly wage based on experience and qualifications.
- Opportunities for overtime.
- Opportunities for advancement into Crew Lead, Supervisor, or Project Management roles.
- Company-provided training and professional development.
- Company equipment and PPE provided as required.
- Stable, year-round work.
- Supportive team environment.
If you have strong restoration experience, understand construction materials, and are ready to take the next step into a leadership position, we want to hear from you.
Apply today to join Grimebusters Ltd.
Pay: $28.00-$35.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
Application question(s):
- Do you currently have 3 years of consistent driving insurance?
Licence/Certification:
- Class 5 Licence (required)
Work Location: In person
