Meet Our Team
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SERVPRO of Kitsap County
MICHELLE SIMMONS - Commercial Sales and Marketing Director
Michelle is a life-time resident of Washington. She grew up in the agricultural industry of Whatcom county. She is an experienced international businesswoman who excells in local, state and global operations with a focus on developing strong teams, business growth and sustainability. She is also committed to serving the communities we operate in and raising her family with her husband. Michelle currently serving on the local school board! Her strengths that stand out as a leader are her transparency and compassion.
Kathleen Arndt
Kathleen is the General Manager at SERVPRO of Kitsap County and has four years of restoration experience. She is certified in water and lead abatement and has First Aid/CPR/AED certification. She also boasts three years of experience as a construction project manager.Kathleen has proudly served in her community her entire adult life. A truncated list includes the Greater Kitsap Chamber of Commerce Board Directory, PSTO board member, Girl Scout troop leader, coach and more. She is engaged and has a daughter and a dog. Though she is involved in numerous charity functions, she still finds time for gardening, crafting, and hiking.
Jenn Kelly
Jenn has been a Project Manager at SERVPRO of Kitsap County since 2022. Thanks to her in-house training, she is well-versed in water damage restoration. She also has biohazard training and a skill set that includes xactimate, which helps with job estimations. Jenn can be found at all the local marketing events as she expands SERVPRO's footprint. She is a mother of five and a devoted wife. They enjoy family game nights and doing crafts from their Port Orchard home.
Veronica Goodell
Veronica has been doing the banking and bookkeeping for SERVPRO of Kitsap County since 2021. Her administrative skills are very helpful to our crew and office staff. Veronica and her husband reside in Port Orchard with their two daughters, three dogs, one cat and some fish. She is very outdoorsy, enjoying campfires, camping, and reading.
Paula Monroe
Paula is our Office Manager at SERVPRO of Kitsap County and has contributed to our cause since 2016—many years and counting. Her expertise results in a smooth operation. Paula lives in Belfair and has four kids, four grandkids, and three rabbits.
Michael
Michael has joined our SERVPRO of Kitsap family as a production technician. He started this year and is excited to restore properties to preloss condition, "Like it never even happened." Michael enjoys traveling, which is more manageable by not having a family.
Gabe
Gabe Baby has been a Production Technician at SERVPRO of Kitsap County since 2022. He is WRT (Water Damage Restoration Technician) certified and is known for his strong work ethic. Gabe enjoys utilizing his odd-job construction experience to support causes like Habitat for Humanity. In addition, he has experience working as a farm hand, bringing a well-rounded skill set to his role at SERVPRO.
When he's not working, Gabe loves playing video games. He currently resides in Bremerton.
Adam
Adam has been a Production Technician at SERVPRO of Kitsap County since 2023. He is WRT (Water Damage Restoration Technician) certified and is always ready to help, known for being a great team player. With considerable construction experience, Adam enhances the results for our customers, ensuring high-quality restoration services.
Previously, Adam served in the National Guard, bringing a strong sense of discipline and dedication to his work. He currently resides in Bremerton.
Christopher Street
Chris has been our Production Manager at SERVPRO of Kitsap County since 2017. He has over ten years of experience in the restoration industry, and our team relies on him heavily. He honed his people's skills with advanced management training and ten years as a Burger King general manager. His certifications from the IICRC illustrate his overall knowledge and leadership:
- WRT-water damage restoration technician
- AMRT-applied microbial remediation tech
- OCT-odor control tech
- ASD-applied structural drying
- TCST-trauma and crime scene tech
- FRST-fire and smoke damage tech
- AERA-Advanced Educational Research Association member
- RRP-renovation, repair, and painting--lead renovator
Chris can also handle a forklift around our warehouse. His father was a command sergeant major with 30 years of service, so he moved around quite a bit. He resides in Gig Harbor and, when not working, enjoys collecting Lego sets, trading cards, cooking, and cleaning.
Chad Pardini
Chad has been a Production Technician at SERVPRO of Kitsap County since 2024. He restores water, fire and smoke damage, and microbial threats. His experience in flipping houses, plumbing, and general maintenance means he brings a wealth of practical knowledge to our franchise. Chad has helped Habitat for Humanity and is also involved with Kitsap School District fundraisers. He lives in Poulsbo and enjoys hiking and playing board games with his wife.
Jarunya Yodprathum
Jarunya has been with SERVPRO of Kitsap County since 2020 and is our Fire Damage Restoration and Cleaning specialist. She has experience in fire and water damage restoration. Jarunya helps Kathleen (the General Manager) with parades and other community events and likes to cook and garden in her spare time when she is home in Bremerton.
Jayden Kyle
Jayden has been a Production Crew Member of SERVPRO of Kitsap County since 2023. He is a hard worker and is always Here to Help™. Jayden resides in Bremerton, always close by and ready to work.
Jeremy Morton
Jeremy has been a Producton Technician at SERVPRO of Kitsap County since 2023. He is experienced in demolition and build-backs and strives to make our customers feel "Like it never even happened." Jeremy lives in Bremerton.
Jonathan Lewis
Jon has been a Production Technician at SERVPRO of Kitsap County since 2023, though his experience spans an additional three years. He is WRT (Water Damage Restoration Technician) certified and brings a solid foundation of skills to his role, including extensive training in new home building and remodeling. Jon is a key component of our restoration and repair crews, consistently contributing to the team's success.
Hailing from Seabeck, Jon enjoys playing games and participating in open mic events during his free time.
Josh Pease
Josh has been a Production Technician at SERVPRO of Kitsap County since 2023. He is FRST certified and has extensive experience in all phases of cleanup and restoration, specializing in water, fire & smoke damage, mold remediation, biohazard, and wind and storm damage. With a strong background in house painting and low-voltage wiring, Josh brings a wide range of technical skills to his role.
In addition to his work at SERVPRO, Josh proudly served in the United States Air Force and is actively involved with the Sustaining Circle Member program at NPR.
When he's not working, Josh enjoys spending time with his wife and two kids in Port Orchard. He has a passion for PC gaming and is also an avid fan of auto sports.
About Us
SERVPRO of Kitsap County is deeply ingrained in the Kitsap Peninsula community. From our field technicians to the owners, Paul and Amy Leavens, our team is dedicated to enhancing the Bremerton-Silverdale area. We strongly believe in community and civic engagement, actively participating in various activities that have a positive impact on our community.
Trusted to Help When You Need It
SERVPRO® is a trusted name in the restoration industry. It boasts a team of experts who are extensively trained in various areas, including water damage restoration, fire and smoke restoration, mold remediation, flood cleanup, biohazard restoration, and air duct cleaning. We leverage the newest technologies and techniques to deliver swift and efficient restoration services to our clients. Our team is fully equipped to handle restoration projects of any size, from minor leaks to major disasters.
Ready and Able to Help
Time is of the essence when it comes to property-damaging disasters near Puget Sound. SERVPRO of Kitsap County takes pride in being locally owned and committed to the region, which allows it to respond Faster to any size disaster™. The team is expertly trained and certified in various Institute of Inspection, Cleaning, and Restoration Certification specialties, ensuring they can handle any challenge with confidence and expertise. We also provide continual retraining and cross-training opportunities for our professionals to ensure you always get the latest approaches that give the shortest path to normalcy.
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