Construction Laborer Restoration Trainee

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Construction Laborer Restoration Trainee

Lightspeed Restoration of Austin is hiring a dependable, hands-on Construction Laborer Restoration Trainee to assist with water damage cleanup, mold remediation, demolition, cleaning, and basic property repairs. No restoration experience is required. We provide paid training and certifications. Candidates with backgrounds in construction, drywall, painting, maintenance, landscaping, cleaning, moving, handyman work, or other hands-on trades are encouraged to apply. Candidates with drywall, texture, painting, trim, or basic repair experience may qualify for a higher starting rate.

The duties include:

• Remove wet carpet, drywall, baseboards, flooring, cabinets, and other damaged materials
• Extract water using pumps, wet vacuums, and professional equipment
• Set up air movers, dehumidifiers, and air scrubbers
• Build containment using plastic sheeting and zipper doors
• Assist with moisture readings, photos, and job documentation
• Safely remove and bag mold-affected materials
• HEPA-vacuum, clean, sanitize, and deodorize surfaces
• Apply approved antimicrobial products and encapsulants
• Load and haul debris
• Protect customer belongings and finished surfaces
• Safely operate hand and power tools
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe jobsites
• Communicate professionally with customers and team members
• Use mobile apps for photos, notes, and documentation

Depending on experience, you may also assist with:

• Drywall installation and patching
• Taping, floating, and texturing
• Interior painting and touch-ups
• Baseboard and trim installation
• Minor carpentry and handyman repairs

We provide hands-on training and pay for approved industry certifications, which may include:

• Texas Mold Remediation Worker training and registration
• IICRC Water Damage Restoration Technician
• IICRC Applied Microbial Remediation Technician
• OSHA and jobsite-safety training

Career path:
Trainee → Restoration Technician → Senior Technician → Crew Chief → Project Manager

Performance-based raises are available as employees complete training, earn certifications, and take on additional responsibilities.

Qualifications required:

• Dependable, punctual, and willing to work
• Strong work ethic and positive attitude
• Construction, demolition, maintenance, handyman, moving, landscaping, or cleaning experience
• Experience using hand and power tools
• Comfortable performing physical and sometimes dirty work
• Ability to follow detailed safety procedures
• Comfortable using smartphones and mobile apps
• Professional communication and customer-service skills
• Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record

Preferred but not required:

• Drywall, painting, trim, or basic carpentry experience
• Restoration or mold remediation experience

Physical requirements:

• Lift and carry up to 75 pounds
• Squat, kneel, crawl, bend, and climb ladders
• Work in attics, crawl spaces, confined areas, and varying temperatures
• Wear respirators, protective suits, gloves, and other PPE
• Perform physically demanding work throughout the day

What we provide:

• $19–$22 per hour based on experience
• $500 sign-on bonus
• Paid training and certifications
• Performance-based pay increases
• Company-provided tools, equipment, uniforms, and PPE
• Clear advancement opportunities
• Supportive, team-focused culture
• Meaningful work helping families and businesses recover from property damage

Lightspeed Restoration franchises come to the aid of residential and commercial customers who have been impacted by water and fire damage and indoor air quality issues. Our technicians tackle water, fire, mold, and storm damage. No two jobs are alike so you'll get to take on new challenges every day.

Lightspeed provides paid training to bring technicians up to speed on industry best practices and the latest technologies. Technicians who demonstrate expertise and leadership skills can move into supervisor, estimator, and project manager roles.

If you're searching for a career that allows you to help people in their greatest time of need, makes a real difference in your community, and provides stability - consider joining the Lightspeed Restoration team. Our technicians are at the heart of everything we do. We're looking for people who find purpose in restoring homes and hope after disasters.

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.