Construction Laborer Restoration Trainee

ServiceMaster Clean of Fraser Valley

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 26,174 - 30,307

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

401(k)

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

Lightspeed Restoration of Austin is seeking a dependable 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.

Qualifications

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
Drywall, painting, trim, or basic carpentry experience (preferred)
Restoration or mold remediation experience (preferred)

Responsibilities

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.
Drywall installation and patching; interior painting and touch-ups; trim installation; minor carpentry and handyman repairs (where applicable)

Skills

Punctuality

Work ethic

Customer service

Physical stamina

Smartphone proficiency

Safety procedures

Construction experience

Drywall experience

Painting experience

Carpentry experience

Restoration or mold remediation

Driver's license

Tools

Hand and power tools

Job description

Benefits:

Sign-on bonus
401(k)
401(k) matching
Bonus based on performance
Health insurance
Opportunity for advancement
Training & development
Vision insurance

$19–$22 per hour | Full-Time | Greater Austin, TX

$500 sign-on bonus after 90 days and meeting performance expectations

ABOUT THE ROLE

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.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

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

PAID TRAINING AND CAREER PATH

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