Construction Laborer Restoration Trainee
About The Position
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.
Requirements
- 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
Nice To Haves
- Drywall, painting, trim, or basic carpentry experience
- Restoration or mold remediation experience
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
- Taping, floating, and texturing
- Interior painting and touch-ups
- Baseboard and trim installation
- Minor carpentry and handyman repairs
Benefits
- Sign-on bonus
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Bonus based on performance
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Training & development
- Vision insurance
- $500 sign-on bonus after 90 days and meeting performance expectations
- 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
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
