Job Description

Skilled Trades Technician – Insulation & Renovation

CallUSFirst | United Services by Permaco, Inc.

Lake Bluff, Illinois | Full-Time

Base Pay: $17–$25 per hour

Incentives: $5–$10 per hour potential through emergency response participation and qualified jobs

Total Earning Potential: $22–$35 per hour

Help People Recover When It Matters Most

United Services by Permaco has been helping homeowners and businesses recover from fire, water, and storm damage since 1981 . When unexpected damage occurs, people rely on our team to restore their property and help them move forward.

We're looking for dependable, hands-on individuals who enjoy working with their hands, solving problems, and being part of a team that does meaningful work every day.

Who Thrives on Our Team

• Our strongest team members tend to be people who:
• Show up ready to work and can be counted on
• Take pride in doing the job right
• Work well with others and communicate respectfully
• Are comfortable learning new skills and tools
• Stay calm and focused in fast-moving situations

Some of our employees build long careers mastering restoration work, while others grow into crew lead or supervisory roles over time . Both paths are valued here.

What You’ll Do

As a Restoration Technician, you’ll work with our team to restore residential and commercial properties after fire, water, smoke, or storm damage.

Typical work includes:

• Water extraction and structural drying
• Demolition and job site preparation
• Insulation installation and construction tasks
• Cleaning and restoration of contents and materials
• Maintaining clean, organized, and safe job sites
• Communicating clearly with team members and supervisors

Participation in a rotating on-call emergency response schedule is required and includes additional incentive pay.

Every day is different, and every job helps someone put their life back together.

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in skilled trades (construction, insulation, drywall, painting, etc.) preferred
• High school diploma or GED
• Valid driver’s license with insurable driving record
• Reliable personal vehicle required to travel to job sites and participate in emergency response rotation
• Basic mechanical aptitude and willingness to learn
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds
• Ability to work on ladders and in attics or crawlspaces
• Can work around smoke, water damage, and cleaning products while using PPE
• Must live within approximately 25 miles of Lake Bluff
• Ability to work in the United States indefinitely

Why People Like Working Here

• Competitive pay with incentive opportunities
• Overtime after 40 hours and double-time on qualifying holidays
• Paid holidays and other paid time off
• Medical and vision insurance
• Supplemental insurance options
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Ongoing training and opportunities to grow your skills
• Company team and community service events
• Free optional Sam’s Club membership

Build a Career, Not Just a Job

At United Services, you’ll gain experience in multiple areas of restoration while doing hands-on work with a team that values reliability, communication, and craftsmanship . If you want to be part of a company that helps people during difficult moments, we’d like to hear from you. Apply today to join our team.

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