Posted 3 months ago
Water Technician
@ Canstar Restorations LP
Calgary, Alberta
Overview
Canstar Restorations LP is hiring a Water Technician to help restore homes and businesses after fire and flood damage. The work covers water extraction, drying, demolition and site cleanup across changing sites, with overtime potential and on-call shifts on a rotational basis. Pay is described as competitive, and no experience is required for junior technicians.
Responsibilities:
- Extract water and set up drying equipment at damaged sites
- Demolish and remove damaged drywall, flooring and finishes
- Complete site safety assessments and work authorizations
- Monitor job sites and document drying progress
- Assist with board-ups and scaffolding setup
Requirements summary:
- Valid driver's licence and personal vehicle
- Clean criminal record and minor-infraction driver abstract
- Ability to lift 50 pounds and stand throughout shift
- Willingness to work overtime, evenings, weekends and on-call
- Fire or flood restoration experience an asset
Tools & skills
Benefits mentioned
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-08-07
- First seen by our source
- 2026-10-08
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-07
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Job details
| Seniority | Entry level |
| Department | Maintenance & repair |
| Schedule | evening, overtime |
| Travel | air: none · ground: moderate |
| Work setting | Client sites, Home |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical high · lift 50 lb · computer low |
| Languages | English |
| Driver’s licence | required, own vehicle |
| Background checks | criminal record, driving record |
| Perks mentioned | Tuition support |
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Canstar Restorations LP
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We have 14 offices and service coverage across British Columbia, Alberta & Saskatchewan.
Full company description
Canstar Restorations is a unique full-service restoration company with offices in Coquitlam, Surrey, Whistler, Abbotsford, Vancouver and Calgary. Since 1985, Canstar Restorations has practiced the belief that people ultimately seek “peace of mind” when faced with a water, fire, smoke, mold, accident scene trauma, or any other peril. Canstar Restorations has been providing reliable, efficient restoration services throughout the Lower Mainland for over 35 years. Our live call centre operates 24/7 and our fully trained, certified, well equipped technicians are on call any time of the day or night. At Canstar we are confident that your “peace of mind” will begin with your first contact with us through to the completion of your restoration project. From our 24 hour 365 days a year in-house emergency call centre to our skilled restoration technicians you will enjoy the Canstar experience. We believe that ‘Our people do make the difference’. Canstar’s distinctiveness lies in our commitment to delivering the highest quality service performed by the best in the restoration industry on every project we do.
- LinkedIn followers
- 2,973
- People associated on LinkedIn
- 158
- Reported office locations
- 78 Fawcett Rd, Coquitlam, British Columbia V3K 6V5, CA
- 9377-193rd St, Surrey Branch, British Columbia V4N 4E7, CA
- 103-1002 Lynham Rd, Whistler, British Columbia V0N 1B1, CA
- 2582 Mt Lehman Rd, 110, Abbotsford, British Columbia V4X 2N3, CA
- 310 E Kent Ave S, 103, Vancouver, British Columbia V5X4N6, CA
- Business categories
- Construction
- Construction, repair and maintenance
- Other recorded names
- Canstar Restorations LP
- Canstar Restorations
- Profile identifies a recruitment agency
- No
- Reported total investment
- 0
Currency and observation date were not supplied; this is not a current valuation or a funding round.
Canstar Restorations is a unique full-service restoration company with offices in Coquitlam, Surrey, Whistler, Abbotsford, Vancouver and Calgary. Since 1985, Canstar Restorations has practiced the belief that people ultimately seek “peace of mind” when faced with a water, fire, smoke, mold, accident scene trauma, or any other peril. Canstar Restorations has been providing reliable, efficient restoration services…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Construction |
| Company size | 201-500 employees |
| Headquarters | Coquitlam, British Columbia |
| Organization type | Privately Held |
| Year founded | 1985 |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 16 |
| View page |
Company Overview
Operating since 1978, Lydale is one of western Canada's most trusted full-service property restoration contractors, specializing in complete clean-up and reconstruction (both commercial and residential) of property damaged from wind, water, and/or fire. In spring of 2024 Lydale joined forces with Canstar Restorations. Canstar, founded in 1985, has grown to include 18 offices servicing British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan.
We love taking part in community events and are pleased to help our furry friends by sponsoring the BCSPCA. We pride ourselves as being the best in the restoration industry by providing excellent service, prioritizing safety, and delivering a very high level of quality work to our customers.
We take good care of our team too! We like to have fun and celebrate our success.
Position Overview
As a Water Technician, you will be making a difference in people’s lives by helping restore their homes after they have experienced a fire or flood. For a Water Technician, no day is the same and you will be on different sites every day. This position has a lot of overtime potential and is great for people who are looking to bulk their pay cheque! We are looking for people who are skilled in or are looking to learn: demolition, fire restoration, flood drying and restoration.
Duties and Responsibilities…
- Complete paperwork i.e., Site Safety Assessments, Work Authorizations, Demo Work Order, and Psychometry
- Interpret HMI reports
- Monitor job sites and document drying
- Use meters to identify wet areas
- Complete water extraction, setting up and monitoring drying and dehumidifying equipment, creating drying plans based on IICRC guidelines.
- Support 3-step bio wash
- Mark-out non-restorable materials for removal
- Controlled demolition, removal of damaged materials like drywall, flooring, and finishing’s
- Operate and maintain a truck mount
- Use injectidry and other specialty equipment
- Disengage and cut seams in affected carpet
- Perform emergency carpet clean
- Assist with removal of door hardware/fixtures
- Set up and remove scaffolding
- Assist with board-ups
Health and Safety
- Ensure that self and others adhere to Lydale’s health and safety practices and procedures
- Ensure good housekeeping is kept to perform work safely and efficiently
- Understand safety policies and protocols
- Ensure that self and others on site are wearing all required PPE, when required
Who we are looking for:
- Fire and Flood restoration and/or demolition experience is an asset. We are always looking for experienced technicians and leads.
- No experience required for junior technicians. We will train you in demolition and restoration if you are looking for a new career.
- The physical ability to bend, reach, lift 50 pounds safely and repeatedly and stand throughout your shift.
- An eagerness to bulk your paycheck with overtime hours as we are a 24/7 emergency services company, and all positions will have a component of on-call work on a rotational basis.
- A great attitude and willingness to do what it takes to get the job done and serve our customers. We have a fun and hard-working team and are looking for someone with the skills to complement them.
- The ability to wear personal protective equipment to keep you safe on site, including a respirator. Facial hair that will allow you to wear a respirator safely is limited to a clean shave, a moustache and/or a small goatee.
- A driver’s license and personal vehicle to attend on call sites is a must (mileage is reimbursed).
- We enter people’s homes and drive company vehicles, so a clean criminal record as it relates to work and a drivers abstract with only minor infractions is required.
Working Conditions:
- Must be flexible to work overtime, evenings, and weekends on occasion.
- On-call shifts as required
Perks of working for Lydale…
- Competitive compensation
- Extended health and dental benefits for you and your family
- Great company culture and career advancement opportunities
- Industry-related Tuition Reimbursement (50% - 100% of tuition costs!)
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