Experienced Mold or Asbestos Remediation Technician

Paul Davis Restoration•Princeton, TX

About The Position

Paul Davis Restoration of Northeast Texas is hiring an experienced remediation technician for a locally owned, family-run restoration office backed by a national brand. The technician performs mold remediation according to protocols written by licensed mold assessment consultants and IICRC S520, and conducts asbestos abatement using applicable safe work practices. The role involves preparing jobs for successful post-remediation clearance and third-party clearance air testing, documenting work, communicating with homeowners, maintaining equipment, and participating in an on-call rotation for emergency water and mold calls. The position is full-time and pays $20–$32 per hour depending on experience and licenses, with overtime. The employer offers health and dental insurance, paid training and license renewals, paid time off, uniforms, and opportunities to advance toward supervisor or lead roles.

Requirements

At least 3 years of hands-on asbestos and/or mold remediation experience.
Texas TDLR Mold Remediation Worker registration, or ability to obtain it quickly.
Current Texas DSHS Asbestos Abatement Worker license, or ability to obtain it quickly; current AHERA worker training and annual refresher are also specified.
Working knowledge of the OSHA asbestos construction standard, 29 CFR 1926.1101, and safe work practices for regulated areas.
Medical clearance to wear a respirator and ability to pass a fit test.
Ability to work in full PPE in Texas heat, attics, crawlspaces, and tight spaces.
Ability to regularly lift 75 pounds.
Valid driver's license and clean driving record.
Availability for some nights, weekends, and overtime when jobs require it.

Nice To Haves

Texas Asbestos Abatement Supervisor license or AHERA supervisor training.
Texas Mold Remediation Contractor license.
IICRC AMRT, WRT, or ASD certifications.
EPA Lead RRP certification.
Experience with commercial jobs, occupied buildings, or larger multi-room containments.
Spanish language skills.

Responsibilities

Carry out mold remediation protocols written by licensed mold assessment consultants and follow IICRC S520.
Set up mold containment, negative air, and engineering controls appropriate to each job.
Remove and bag contaminated materials; HEPA vacuum, wire brush or sand framing, damp wipe, and apply antimicrobial where specified.
Prepare mold remediation areas to pass post-remediation clearance.
Build asbestos critical barriers and full containments using 6-mil poly, and set up three-stage decontamination units.
Set up HEPA air filtration, maintain negative pressure, and check and log pressure readings with a manometer.
Remove asbestos-containing materials using wet methods and amended water, including ceilings, drywall texture and joint compound, floor tile and black mastic, pipe and boiler insulation, and transite.
Perform glovebag work and set up mini-enclosures when required.
Bag, label, and seal asbestos waste properly, and assist with loading and preparing waste manifests for disposal.
Perform final HEPA vacuuming, wet wiping, and lockdown encapsulation to prepare areas for third-party clearance air testing.
Wear and maintain PPE, including full-face respirators or PAPRs, coveralls, gloves, and boot covers.
Document work with photos, pressure logs, notes, and waste counts.
Explain the work process to homeowners throughout each job.
Keep trucks, HEPA vacuums, air scrubbers, and negative air machines clean, stocked, and in working order.
Participate in the on-call rotation for emergency water and mold calls.
Work occasional nights, weekends, and overtime when jobs require it.
Submit a resume and copies of current asbestos and mold licenses or certifications when applying.

Benefits

Competitive compensation of $20–$32 per hour depending on experience and licenses, plus overtime.
Dental insurance.
Health insurance.
Paid time off.
Free uniforms.
Paid training and license renewals, including asbestos refreshers, IICRC classes, and mold continuing education.
Opportunity for advancement and support working toward a supervisor or lead role.
Company parties.
Good equipment.
Small team environment where employee experience and input are valued.