Construction Technician - General Construction & Repairs

Servpro•Castroville, CA

About The Position

The Construction Technician performs general construction, repair, and finishing work to help restore residential and commercial properties after water, fire, and other property damage. The role involves varied hands-on projects and requires attention to detail, quality workmanship, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team. Work includes finish carpentry, cabinet and fixture installation, minor drywall repairs, painting, hardware installation, minor plumbing repairs, and completion of punch-list items. The technician also maintains safe and organized jobsites, follows project and safety requirements, handles construction materials, documents progress electronically, communicates updates and potential issues to supervisors, identifies work outside the original project scope, assists with inspections and walkthroughs, and supports larger projects alongside team members and subcontractors. This is a full-time, hourly position of approximately 40 hours per week. The typical schedule is Monday through Friday, between 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM. The role involves primarily local travel to customer job sites. Occasional overtime, weekend work, or on-call assignments may be required.

Requirements

Hands-on experience or demonstrated ability in general construction, repairs, or related trades.
Ability to use common hand tools and power tools safely.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality workmanship.
Ability to follow directions and complete assigned tasks with minimal supervision.
Good communication skills and a professional attitude.
Dependability, punctuality, and a strong work ethic.
Basic math and measurement skills.
Willingness to learn new skills and assist with different types of construction work.
High school diploma or GED.
Ability to stand, walk, bend, climb ladders, and perform physical construction work throughout the day.
Ability to occasionally lift materials weighing up to 50 pounds without assistance.
Comfort working around construction equipment, power tools, and varying jobsite conditions.

Nice To Haves

1–3 years of experience in construction, property restoration, remodeling, or general handyman work.
Experience with finish carpentry, drywall repair, painting, and cabinet installation.
Familiarity with residential and commercial property repairs.
Experience using electronic job documentation or project management software.

Responsibilities

Install baseboards, trim, and finish carpentry.
Assemble and install cabinets and other fixtures.
Perform minor drywall repairs, patching, and finishing.
Complete interior painting, touch-ups, and trim painting.
Install door handles, bathroom hardware, and electrical cover plates.
Perform minor plumbing repairs, including faucet and P-trap replacement.
Complete punch-list items and finishing details to prepare projects for completion.
Maintain clean, organized, and safe work areas.
Follow project instructions, specifications, and safety requirements.
Pick up, deliver, and organize construction materials.
Document work progress with photos and electronic job updates.
Communicate project progress, material needs, and potential issues to supervisors.
Identify additional repairs or work outside the original project scope.
Assist with jobsite inspections and final walkthroughs.
Support larger construction projects and coordinate with team members and subcontractors as needed.