Restoration Technician - Mold & Water Damage

IICRC; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Overtime

401(k) matching

Bonus based on performance

Dental insurance

Employee discounts

Free uniforms

Health insurance

Opportunity for advancement

Paid time off

Signing bonus

Training & development

Vision insurance

Job summary

Lightspeed Restoration is hiring in Austin for a hands-on technician who tackles mold remediation and water damage mitigation. You will set up containment, remove affected materials, and perform detailed cleaning while documenting progress.

A strong work ethic and adherence to procedures are essential, with opportunities for advancement within the company. The role includes paid training, licensing support, and full PPE, with competitive pay and a sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Strict attention to detail on mold remediation and containment procedures.
• Willingness to follow detailed, safety-focused procedures.
• Ability to document work with photos and notes for quality control.
• Desire for long-term career growth with advancement opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain negative-pressure containment per IICRC S520.
• Perform mold remediation tasks and ensure thorough cleaning and antimicrobials application.
• Handle water damage mitigation including dehumidification and drying.
• Take photos and notes for documentation; ensure customer respect and safety on site.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Strong work ethic

Ability to follow procedures

Pride in workmanship

Education

Texas Mold Remediation Worker license

restoration, remediation, construction, or detailed cleaning experience

Tools

Smartphone/tablet documentation

Job description

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.

Benefits

• Overtime
• 401(k) matching
• Bonus based on performance
• Dental insurance
• Employee discounts
• Free uniforms
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Signing bonus
• 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.

Who We're Looking For

We're not hiring someone to fill a slot. We're looking for someone to build a career with us.

• You take pride in your work. You notice the corner someone else missed, and it bothers you to leave a job less than right.
• You work hard, every day. Restoration is physical, sometimes hot and messy, and you show up ready for it anyway.
• You're detail-oriented. In mold remediation, a gap in containment or a skipped wipe-down isn't a small mistake, so you follow procedures exactly.
• You want to grow. You're looking for a long-term career, not a short-term job, and you want to keep learning and moving up.

If that sounds like you, we'll teach you the rest. Restoration experience is a plus, but it's not required.

What You'll Do

Mold Remediation

• Set up and maintain negative-pressure containment per IICRC S520
• Carefully remove and bag affected materials
• HEPA vacuum and detail-clean every surface, and apply antimicrobials and encapsulants
• Operate air filtration devices and keep containment intact from start to finish
• Prepare areas to pass post-remediation verification the first time

Water Damage Mitigation

• Extract water and set up dehumidifiers, air movers, and air scrubbers
• Take moisture readings and document drying progress
• Perform controlled demolition: carpet, pad, baseboards, drywall, and trim

On Every Job

• Take thorough photos and notes, because good documentation is part of quality work
• Treat customers and their homes with respect and care
• Keep job sites clean, organized, and safe
• Use proper PPE, respirators, and chemical safety practices
• [Participate in the after-hours emergency on-call rotation]

Requirements

• Clean background check
• Clean driving record and a valid Texas driver's license
• Strong work ethic and a commitment to quality
• Ability to follow detailed procedures 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

• Texas Mold Remediation Worker license
• Experience in restoration, remediation, construction, or detailed cleaning work
• IICRC WRT or AMRT certification
• Bilingual English/Spanish

What We Offer

• Competitive pay with raises tied to your skills and performance
• $500 sign-on bonus after 90 days
• Full paid training from day one, plus paid Texas Mold Remediation Worker licensing, IICRC certifications (AMRT, WRT, FSRT, OCT), and OSHA training
• Company-provided tools, equipment, and full PPE
• Mentorship from experienced Leads and Management

Compensation: $22.00 - $26.00 per hour

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.