Restoration Trainee: Hands-On Repair & Cleanup

ServiceMaster Clean of Fraser Valley; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 26,174 - 30,307; Full time

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

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.