Mold Remediation Worker

Lightspeed Restoration of Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 25,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Performance bonus

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

Lightspeed Restoration of Austin is seeking an experienced Mold Remediation Worker to join our Austin team. You will perform remediation to high standards and aim to pass clearance on the first attempt, building a long-term career with a company that values quality.

Set up containment, install air filtration, safely remove moldy materials, document each job with photos, and uphold PPE and safety protocols for every site.

Qualifications

• Current Texas Mold Remediation Worker license.
• 2+ years of hands-on mold remediation experience.
• Clean background check.
• Clean driving record and a valid Texas driver’s license.
• Strong attention to detail and the discipline to follow protocols exactly.
• Comfortable using a smartphone or tablet for photos and job documentation.
• Ability to lift 75 lbs, work in attics and crawl spaces, and wear a respirator and Tyvek for extended periods.

Responsibilities

• Set up containment and maintain negative-pressure containment per IICRC S520 and the remediation protocol.
• Install and monitor air filtration devices, and verify pressure differentials.
• Remove, bag, and dispose of mold-affected materials safely.
• HEPA vacuum and detail-clean all surfaces, and apply antimicrobials and encapsulants.
• Maintain containment integrity from setup through teardown.
• Prepare work areas to pass post-remediation verification the first time.
• Document each job with thorough photos and notes.
• Treat customers and their homes with respect and care.
• Keep job sites clean, organized, and safe.
• Follow proper PPE, respirator, and chemical safety practices at all times.

Skills

Attention to detail

Protocol discipline

Documentation using mobile device

Safety-conscious

Education

Texas Mold Remediation Worker license

Job description

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Vision insurance

About Us

Lightspeed Restoration helps Austin-area homeowners and businesses recover from mold, water, and fire damage. Our goal is to be the best, not the biggest. We’d rather do one job right than three jobs fast. That standard starts with the people we hire, and we invest in them for the long haul.

The Role

Mold remediation is a core part of our business, and we’re looking for an experienced, licensed Mold Remediation Worker who holds themselves to a high standard. You already know how to do this work. We’re looking for someone who does it right every time, takes pride in passing clearance the first time, and wants to build a long-term career with a company that values quality.

What You’ll Do

• Set up and maintain negative-pressure containment per IICRC S520 and the remediation protocol
• Install and monitor air filtration devices, and verify pressure differentials
• Remove, bag, and dispose of mold-affected materials safely
• HEPA vacuum and detail-clean all surfaces, and apply antimicrobials and encapsulants
• Maintain containment integrity from setup through teardown
• Prepare work areas to pass post-remediation verification the first time
• Document each job with thorough photos and notes
• Treat customers and their homes with respect and care
• Keep job sites clean, organized, and safe
• Follow proper PPE, respirator, and chemical safety practices at all times

Requirements

• Current Texas Mold Remediation Worker license
• 2+ years of hands-on mold remediation experience
• Clean background check
• Clean driving record and a valid Texas driver’s license
• Strong attention to detail and the discipline to follow protocols exactly
• Comfortable using a smartphone or tablet for photos and job documentation
• Ability to lift 75 lbs, work in attics and crawl spaces, and wear a respirator and Tyvek for extended periods

Nice to Have

• IICRC AMRT certification
• IICRC WRT certification or water mitigation experience
• Commercial remediation experience
• Bilingual English/Spanish

What We Offer

• Competitive pay with raises tied to your skills and performance
• Paid IICRC certifications (AMRT, WRT, FSRT, OCT), license renewals, and OSHA training
• Company-provided tools, equipment, and full PPE
• A team that values quality over speed