Business Development Representative / First Responder
Benefits:
Bonus based on performance
Company car
Opportunity for advancement
Paid time off
Lightspeed Restoration – St. Louis & Farmington, MO
Lightspeed Restoration is a fast-growing leader in water, fire, and mold restoration. We are expanding into the Greater St. Louis market and are looking for a driven, relationship-focused Business Development Representative (BDR) who can also serve as a First Responder in the field.
This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives on building connections, being first on scene, and driving revenue growth.
Position Overview
This role combines business development and field response. You will be responsible for generating new referral relationships while also responding to job sites to collect critical information for our estimating team.
Key Responsibilities
Business Development
Build and maintain relationships with:
Insurance agents and adjusters
Plumbers and property managers
Realtors and other referral partners
Conduct regular in-person visits, drop-ins, and follow-ups
Represent Lightspeed Restoration at networking events and community functions
Develop and execute local marketing strategies using provided budget
First Responders / Field Intake
Respond to new losses (water, fire, mold) when needed
Gather initial job information including:
Photos and documentation
Basic measurements and affected areas
Customer statements and loss details
Communicate clearly with the estimating team to assist in preparing invoices and estimates
Provide a professional first impression to customers during stressful situations
Required Experience
1–3 years of experience in the restoration industry (water, fire, or mold) is required
Must be familiar with industry standards, job site conditions, and basic scoping practices
Experience working with insurance claims, adjusters, or estimating platforms (Xactimate preferred) is a strong plus
Compensation & Benefits
Base hourly pay + strong commission structure
10% commission on water mitigation jobs
5% commission on fire and mold projects
Company vehicle provided
Company phone provided
Marketing budget provided for business development efforts
High earning potential based on performance
Work Location
Primarily based in the St. Louis, MO market
Will also support operations in Farmington, MO as needed
What We’re Looking For
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Self-motivated and results-driven
Comfortable working both in the field and in a sales environment
Ability to handle fast-paced, emergency-driven situations
Professional, dependable, and team-oriented mindset
Why Join Lightspeed Restoration?
Rapidly growing company with expansion opportunities
Direct impact on company growth and market presence
Supportive leadership and proven systems
Opportunity to build your own book of business while helping people in emergency situations
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 Lightspeed Restoration Corporate.