Training & Certifications

K-tech stands apart from others in the industry because of its desire for all associates to fulfill their career goals. Employees are encouraged to take advantage of educational seminars, advanced training and increased responsibility within the company. K-tech’s “Promote from Within” philosophy, positive work environment and employee incentives provide accommodations for each associate to grow professionally and personally.

K-tech has invested over $150,000 in industry certifications and associate training. Additionally, the company invites internationally-known industry experts to provide training and education to its employees.

Other highlights of the company’s reputable status:

• K-tech is a member of the Preferred Service Provider (PSP) program for State Farm Insurance.
  
  
• K-tech is one of a select group of contractors chosen for the American Family Insurance Homeowner’s Repair Program (HRP).

CERTIFICATIONS

Certified by the Institute of Inspection Cleaning & Restoration in the following areas:

• Certification in Carpet Cleaning
• Upholstery & Fabric Cleaning
• Journeyman Textile Cleaner
• Journeyman Water Restorer
• Journeyman Fire & Smoke Restorer
• Water Damage Restoration
• Odor Control
• Color Repair
• Carpet Repair & Reinstallation
• Fire & Smoke Restoration
• Master Textile Cleaner
• Master Fire & Smoke Restorer
• Applied Structural Drying
• Applied Microbial Remediation Technician
• Master Water Restorer
• Four Restoration Journeymen on staff

Steamway International Inc.

• Certification in Carpet Repair and Reinstallation
• Certification in Carpet and Drapery Course

Unsmoke/Restoration Academy

• Restoration Technology
• Odor Removal Technology
• Water Damage Restoration Technology

Indoor Environmental Solution & Mycotech Biological - Mold Remediation Certification (2001)

Indoor Air Management - Mold Remediation & Safety for Remediation Professionals (2002)

State-Certified Continuing Education Provider (WI)

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MEMBERSHIPS

Association of Wisconsin Cleaning Contractors

Association of Specialists in Cleaning & Restoration
Certification for all Service Technicians, which includes:

• Water Loss Institute - Water Loss Specialist
  - highest certification achievable in the industry
  
  
• National Institute of Disaster Restoration
  - Certified Restoration Technician
  
  
• Mechanical Systems Hygiene Institute
  - Certified in Air Duct Cleaning, Residential & Commercial

Building Services Contractors Assoc. International

• Certified Building Service Executive (2002-2005)
  
  
• Two (2) certified staff members, President Craig Kersemeier and Controller Bob Eberhardy. K-tech is one of the only companies in Wisconsin with two Certified Building Service Executives, the highest designation achieved through BSCAI.

Society of Cleaning and Restoration Technicians

National Association of Home Builders

International Sanitary and Supply Association

Wisconsin Council of Safety

Portage County Business Council

Wausau/Marathon County, Stevens Point, Rhinelander, Fond du Lac, Oshkosh, Door County, Tomahawk and Minocqua Chambers

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